Manufacturer | CISCO |
Product Name | IBM SAN96C-7 64G96-Port FC Switch |
Manufacturer Part Number | 00NR250 |
Model | SAN96C-7 |
Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
Form Factor | 2RU |
Weight | 20 Kg |
Power Requirements | 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz |
Power Supply Redundancy | Yes, dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies |
Typical Power Consumption | Up to 850W |
CISCO IBM SAN96C-7 64G 96-Port FC Switch, 96 Active Ports


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- Delivers ultra-high data throughput of 64 Gbps per port, ideal for demanding SAN environments.
- VSAN support improves storage resource utilization and scalability within enterprise networks.
- TAA compliance ensures suitability for government and regulated industry procurement.
Product Overview
The CISCO IBM SAN96C-7 64G96-Port FC Switch is designed for enterprise-level SAN environments requiring high-speed, high-density connectivity. Featuring 96 active 64 Gbps Fibre Channel ports and support for VSAN, this switch excels in storage network optimization. With a compact 2RU form factor and compliance to TAA standards, it combines efficiency and compliance. Its form factor and port configuration support seamless integration into high-demand data centers.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE Mark, FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003 |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | Role-based access control (RBAC) |
Authentication Methods | RADIUS, TACACS+ |
Data Encryption | Fibre Channel link encryption (per port) |
Secure Management | SSH, SNMPv3, HTTPS |
Port Security | Yes |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 96 |
Port Type | Fibre Channel (SFP+) |
Port Speed | 64 Gbps per port |
Data Transfer Rate | 64 Gbps |
Port Expansion Module Slots | Yes, modular line cards |
Backplane Bandwidth | 6 Tbps |
VSAN Support | Yes |
Buffer Credits | Up to 8000 |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.4 Inch |
Depth | 23.9 Inch |
Height | 3.4 Inch |
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 | 10% to 85%, non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 93%, non-condensing |
Cooling | Hot-swappable fan trays with front-to-back or back-to-front airflow |
Rack Mountable | Yes |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS CLI, Cisco Prime Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
Supported Protocols | SNMPv3, SSH, SFTP, Telnet, HTTP, HTTPS |
Licensing Model | Base and optional enhanced licenses |
Included Features | Basic management, zoning, VSAN, advanced diagnostics |
Telemetry Support | Yes, streaming telemetry |