Manufacturer | Cisco |
Product Name | IBM SAN96C-7 64G 96-Port FC Fabric Switch PSE Base, Spare |
Model | SAN96C-7 |
Type | Fibre Channel Fabric Switch |
Form Factor | 2RU |
Power Supply Type | Hot-swappable, redundant power supplies |
Power Requirements | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
Power Supply Redundancy | Yes |
Weight | 20 kg |
CISCO IBM SAN96C-7 64G 96-Port FC Fabric Switch PSE Base, Spare


Key Benefits

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- Delivers enterprise-grade bandwidth and high-density port configurations for scalable data center deployments
- VSAN support improves operational efficiency by optimizing storage network segmentation
- TAA compliance makes it suitable for U.S. government and federally funded projects
Product Overview
The CISCO IBM SAN96C-7 64G 96-Port FC Fabric Switch PSE Base, Spare is a high-density, enterprise-grade fabric switch designed for top-tier data centers. Supporting up to 96 ports at 64 Gbps, it facilitates high-speed, reliable Fibre Channel connectivity in a 2RU form factor. Built-in VSAN support allows for efficient network segmentation, while physical dimensions and weight (17.4" W, 23.9" D, 3.4" H, 20 kg) optimize data center space usage. With TAA compliance and Gigabit Ethernet support, the switch addresses stringent regulatory and compatibility requirements. Manufactured in Mexico, it's suited for government or enterprise deployments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Capabilities |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Compliances | UL, CSA, CE, FCC Part 15, RoHS, WEEE |
Safety Certifications | UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 |
Advanced Security Features
VSAN Support | Yes |
Zoning Support | Hardware-enforced zoning |
Smart Zoning | Yes |
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) | Yes |
Port Security | Yes |
Access Control Lists (ACLs) | Yes |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 96 |
FC Port Speed | 64 Gbps |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel |
Port Type | SFP-DD (dual-density) interfaces |
Expansion Slots | Supports up to 8 port groups of 12 ports (96 total) |
Data Transfer Rate | 64 Gbps per port |
Aggregate System Bandwidth | 6.4 Tbps |
Latency | <1 microsecond |
Buffer Credits Per Port | Up to 830 buffer credits per port (for long-distance connection support) |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.4 in (44.2 cm) |
Depth | 23.9 in (60.7 cm) |
Height | 3.4 in (8.6 cm) |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Relative Humidity (Operating) | 10% to 90% (noncondensing) |
Relative Humidity (Storage) | 5% to 95% (noncondensing) |
Heat Dissipation | Up to 2331 BTU/hr |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS via CLI, SNMP, SSH, HTTPS |
Licensing Model | Base license included; additional licenses for advanced features |
Management Software | Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
Out-of-Band Management Port | 1 x 1G Ethernet management port |