Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
Model | SAN96C-7 |
Form Factor | 2RU |
Weight | 20 Kg |
Power Requirements | AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz |
Power Supply | Dual Hot-swappable Power Supplies |
Redundancy | Redundant Power and Fan Modules |
Cooling | Front-to-back airflow with replaceable fan modules |
IBM SAN96C-7 64G 96-Port FC Switch, 96 Active Ports + 96 32G SW


Key Benefits

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- Delivers high-density Fibre Channel connectivity, ideal for data-intensive environments with 96 active 64 Gbps ports.
- Supports advanced VSAN configurations, improving infrastructure efficiency and maximizing storage resources.
- TAA compliance ensures eligibility for government and regulated industry procurement standards.
Product Overview
The IBM SAN96C-7 64G96-Port FC Switch is a powerful solution for enterprise-level storage networks, offering 96 active ports with 64 Gbps data transfer rate. It comes in a compact 2RU form factor and supports VSAN configurations for improved storage utilization. This TAA-compliant switch is designed to deliver high-performance throughput and scalable fibre channel connectivity, making it ideal for virtualized and mission-critical environments. Manufactured in Mexico, it meets stringent procurement and compliance requirements where applicable.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
EMC Standards | EN55032, EN55024, FCC Part 15 |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, VCCI, ICES |
Advanced Security Features
Authentication | RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP |
Role-Based Access Control | Yes |
Fabric Binding | Yes |
Port Security | Yes |
Encryption | VSAN-level zoning and FC-SP supported |
Auditing & Logging | Syslog, SNMP traps, CLI logging |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 96 active Fibre Channel ports |
Port Speed | Up to 64 Gbps per port |
Port Type | SFP+ and QSFP28 (Fibre Channel) |
Aggregate Switch Bandwidth | 6 Tbps |
Port Channels | Up to 256 |
ISLs (Inter-Switch Links) | Supports up to 16 Gbps and 32 Gbps ISLs |
Autosensing Speed | Yes |
Virtual SAN (VSAN) Support | Yes, up to 256 VSANs |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 17.4 x 23.9 x 3.4 inches |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 85% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 93% non-condensing |
Altitude | Up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS CLI, SSH, SNMP, and DCNM |
Software Licensing | Base license includes 96 ports activated |
Cloud Integration | Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) integration |
Configuration Options | CLI, DCNM, REST API |