| Manufacturer | CISCO |
| Model | SAN48C-7 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 03FR177 |
| Product Name | IBM SAN48C-7 64G FC Switch with 48 SFP+ Ports and Optics |
| Product Type | Fibre Channel SAN Switch |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Weight | 17.2 lbs (approximate) |
| Power Supply Type | AC Redundant Hot-Swappable |
| Power Consumption (Typical) | 163 W |
| Voltage Range | 100–240 VAC |
| Frequency | 50–60 Hz |
IBM SAN48C-7 64G FC Switch with 48 SFP+ Ports and Optics

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- Includes 48 x 64G optics for immediate deployment without additional purchases
- Secure-boot and anti-counterfeiting firmware enhances data center safety and authenticity
- 24×7 same-day IBM maintenance service ensures minimized downtime and optimized support
Product Overview
The IBM SAN48C-7 64G Fabric Switch offers 48 SFP+ ports and full 64 Gbps data transfer capability, making it ideal for high-throughput SAN environments. Its 1RU form factor accommodates space-efficient data center deployments, while secure-boot and anti-counterfeiting features enhance hardware integrity. Integrated 10/100/1000 Ethernet, RS-232, and USB interfaces ensure flexible network management. The switch is TAA-compliant and includes 24×7 IBM On-Site Limited maintenance, making it a dependable choice for enterprise-grade networking solutions.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 17.299 x 18 x 1.72 in |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | 0 °C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 40 °C |
| Minimum Storage Temperature | -40 °C |
| Maximum Storage Temperature | 70 °C |
| Operating Humidity Range | 10% to 85% (non-condensing) |
| Storage Humidity Range | 5% to 93% (non-condensing) |
| Cooling | Front-to-back airflow with redundant fans |
| Rack Mountable | Yes |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS CLI, DCNM (Cisco Data Center Network Manager) |
| Remote Management Protocols | SNMPv1/v2/v3, HTTP/HTTPS, SSH, Telnet |
| Included Licensing | Base switch license; additional features via optional licenses |
| Real-Time Monitoring | Supported via DCNM or SNMP |
Interfaces
| Total Ports | 52 |
| SFP+ Ports | 48 x 64 Gbps Fibre Channel |
| 10/100/1000 Ethernet Ports | 2 |
| Console Ports | 1 x RS-232 serial |
| USB Ports | 1 x USB Type-A |
| Data Transfer Rate | 64 Gbps per port |
| Aggregate Bandwidth | 4 Tbps |
| Port Speed Support | 16/32/64 Gbps auto-sensing |
| Latency | <900 ns at 64 Gbps |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| TAA Compliance | Yes |
| Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES, VCCI |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| EMC Standards | EN 55032, EN 55024 |
Advanced Security Features
| Secure Boot | Yes |
| Anti-Counterfeiting Technology | Yes |
| Access Control | Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) |
| Authentication Methods | LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS+ |
| Encryption Support | AES for secure management sessions |
| FIPS Compliance | FIPS 140-2 mode (with optional license) |