Manufacturer | CISCO |
Product Name | IBM SAN24C-7 64G 24-Port FC Fabric Switch + 24 64G Optics |
Manufacturer Part Number | 03FR187 |
Type | Fibre Channel Fabric Switch |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Weight | 8.5 Kg |
Power Requirements | 100-240V AC, 50-60 Hz |
Power Supply Type | Redundant hot-swappable AC power supplies |
CISCO IBM SAN24C-7 64G 24-Port FC Fabric Switch with 24 64G Optics

Key Benefits

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- Delivers ultra-high-speed 64 Gbps throughput, ideal for performance-focused SAN environments
- Includes 24 64G optics by default, reducing initial deployment costs and setup complexity
- Compliant with TAA and built for secure, enterprise-grade networking with anti-counterfeit protection
Product Overview
The CISCO IBM SAN24C-7 is a high-performance Fibre Channel Fabric Switch delivering 64 Gbps port throughput across 24 ports, bundled with 24 64G optics. This 1RU-form-factor device is tailored for enterprise storage networks requiring high efficiency and compact deployment. Featuring multiple interface options, including Fibre Channel, Ethernet, USB, and RS-232, it combines flexibility and security, integrating secure-boot and anti-counterfeiting technology. Built in a TAA-compliant facility in Mexico, it ensures reliability under varied operating conditions (0°C to 40°C), enabling robust SAN performance and scalability.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1; FCC Part 15 (CFR 47) Class A |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Boot | Yes |
Anti-counterfeit Technology | Yes |
Password Authentication | Yes |
Role-Based Access Control | Yes |
Encrypted Management Sessions | SSH, HTTPS |
Interfaces
Port Count | 24 active Fibre Channel Ports (expandable to 28) |
Data Transfer Rate | 64 Gbps per port |
Data Link Protocol | Fibre Channel, Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Management Ports | 2 x 10/100/1000BASE-T |
Console Port | 1 x RS-232 (RJ-45) |
USB Ports | 1 x USB 2.0 Type A |
Fibre Channel Port Type | SFP+ (24 x 64G FC SFPs included) |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.3 in |
Depth | 18 in |
Height | 1.72 in |
Min Operating Temperature | 0°C |
Max Operating Temperature | 40°C |
Min Storage Temperature | -40°C |
Max Storage Temperature | 70°C |
Relative Humidity (Operating) | 10% to 85% non-condensing |
Relative Humidity (Storage) | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Cooling | Front-to-back airflow with redundant fans |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | CLI, SNMP v3, Cisco DCNM (Data Center Network Manager) |
Licensing Model | Port Activation Licensing |
Software Features | VSAN, NPIV, FIPS mode, Slow Drain Detection and Isolation, Traffic Isolation Zones |