Manufacturer | CISCO |
Product Name | IBM SAN48C-7 64G 48-Port FC Fabric Switch + 48 64G Optics |
Model | SAN48C-7 |
Type | Fibre Channel Fabric Switch |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Weight | Approx. 9.1 kg (20 lbs) |
Power Supply Type | Redundant hot-swappable power supplies |
Power Consumption (Typical) | 200W |
Power Consumption (Maximum) | 460W |
Voltage Range | 100 to 240 VAC |
Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
IBM SAN48C-7 64G 48-Port FC Fabric Switch + 48 64G Optics

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- Delivers ultra-fast 64 Gbps performance across 48 SFP+ ports, making it ideal for high-throughput SAN environments
- Compact 1RU design provides powerful functionality without consuming excessive rack space
- Reliable infrastructure backed by IBM's 24×7 same-day on-site maintenance ensures enterprise-grade support
Product Overview
The IBM SAN48C-7 64G FC Fabric Switch with 48 integrated 64G optics is a high-density, enterprise-grade Fibre Channel switch designed for modern SAN environments. Offering a 64 Gbps data transfer rate across 48 SFP+ ports, this switch ensures ultra-fast connectivity for data-intensive applications. It includes RS-232 and USB interfaces as well as dual 10/100/1000BASE-T ports for management flexibility. Housed in a compact 1RU form factor, it integrates secure-boot and anti-counterfeiting technology for hardware integrity and protection. Operating across standard temperature ranges, it is backed by IBM’s 24x7 same-day on-site support, providing dependable uptime. With TAA compliance and Mexican origin, it meets key regulatory procurement standards.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1 |
EMC Compliance | FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003 Class A, EN55032 Class A |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Hardware Security | Secure Boot, Anti-counterfeit hardware authentication |
Access Control | RBAC and TACACS+/RADIUS support |
Port-Level Security | Yes |
Data Encryption | Supported at end-device level (not built-in) |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 52 |
SFP+ Ports | 48 |
10/100/1000BASE-T Ports | 2 |
Console Ports | 1 x RS-232 |
USB Ports | 1 x USB 2.0 Type A |
Expansion Slots | No modular slots |
Data Transfer Rate | 64 Gbps per port |
Switching Bandwidth | 6.4 Tbps |
Forwarding Rate | 4.8 billion packets per second (bps) |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 17.3 in x 18 in x 1.72 in |
Min Operating Temperature | 0°C (32°F) |
Max Operating Temperature | 40°C (104°F) |
Min Storage Temperature | -40°C (-40°F) |
Max Storage Temperature | 70°C (158°F) |
Operating Humidity (non-condensing) | 10% to 85% |
Storage Humidity (non-condensing) | 5% to 95% |
Cooling | Front-to-back airflow with redundant fans |
Rack Mountable | Yes |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS Software CLI, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
Licensing Model | Base and optional Performance Licenses |
Included Features | 8 buffer credits per port, zone merge, ISL trunking |