| Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
| Model | SAN48C-7 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 00NR215 |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Chassis Type | Rack-mountable |
| Weight | 9.9 kg |
| Power Requirements | AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz |
| Redundant Power Supplies | Yes, hot-swappable |
| Power Supply Type | Dual power supplies included |
Cisco IBM SAN48C-7 64G FC Switch with 24 Active Ports + 24 64G Optics

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- Delivers ultra-high-speed 64 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity for demanding SAN infrastructures
- Includes 24 x 64G optics, reducing additional hardware costs and simplifying deployment
- Backed by IBM's premium 24x7 same-day on-site support for uninterrupted operations
Product Overview
The IBM SAN48C-7 64G FC Switch by Cisco is built for high-performance SAN environments, featuring 24 active ports and 24 x 64G optics for advanced data throughput. Supporting 64 Gbps data transfer speed and Gigabit Ethernet protocol, it efficiently handles large-scale workloads. The 1RU compact form factor with measurements of 17.299"W x 18"D x 1.72"H and 9.9 kg weight ensures data center optimization. Security-centric features like secure-boot and anti-counterfeiting technology, combined with IBM’s 24×7 same-day support, make it ideal for mission-critical operations. Manufactured in Mexico and TAA-compliant, this switch meets enterprise and federal IT standards.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
| Wireless Support |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| RoHS Compliant | Yes |
| EMC Standards | FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003 |
| Safety Certifications | UL, CSA, CE Marking |
| WEEE Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
| Secure Boot Support | Yes |
| Anti-Counterfeit Technology | Yes |
| Role-Based Access Control | Yes |
| RADIUS/TACACS+ Authentication | Yes |
| Encrypted Management Sessions | Yes (via SSH and HTTPS) |
Interfaces
| Total Ports | 48 Fibre Channel ports + 4 QSFP ports (upgradeable) |
| Active Ports | 24 active Fibre Channel ports |
| SFP+ Ports | 24 x 64G FC optics included |
| Maximum Ports Supported | 52 |
| Data Transfer Rate per Port | 64 Gbps |
| Data Link Protocol | 64G/32G/16G Fibre Channel auto-negotiation |
| Port Speed Scalability | 16/32/64 Gbps |
| Port Expansion Capability | Yes, via software license |
| Backplane Bandwidth | 4.8 Tbps |
| Aggregate Throughput | 3.6 Tbps |
Physical & Environmental
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 17.299 x 18 x 1.72 in |
| Operating Temperature Range | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
| Operating Humidity Range | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
| Storage Humidity Range | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Cooling | Front-to-back airflow, redundant fans |
| Acoustic Noise | 59 dB typical |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS CLI, SNMP, GUI, REST API |
| Remote Management Protocols | SSH, Telnet, SNMP v1/v2c/v3 |
| Software Licensing | Base license included, port upgrades via license |
| Cloud Compatibility | Compatible with IBM SAN cloud orchestration and Cisco DCNM |