Manufacturer | Cisco |
Model | SAN48C-7 |
Product Name | IBM SAN48C-7 48-Port 64G FC Fabric Switch with 48x 32G Optics |
Manufacturer Part Number | 03FR179 |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Chassis Type | Rack-Mountable |
Device Type | Fibre Channel SAN Switch |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Weight | 8.75 kg |
Power Supply Type | Hot-swappable redundant power supplies |
Power Consumption (Max) | 250 Watts |
AC Input Voltage | 100–240V AC |
AC Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
IBM SAN48C-7 48-Port 64G FC Fabric Switch with 48x 32G Optics


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- - Offers high bandwidth with 64 Gbps speeds and bundled 32G optics, reducing setup time and cost
- - Backed by IBM's 24×7 same-day onsite limited warranty for business continuity
- - Secure and compliant with TAA regulations and built-in hardware security features
Product Overview
The IBM SAN48C-7 is a dense 1RU Fibre Channel switch built to deliver exceptional scalability and high-throughput SAN performance. Equipped with 48 SFP+ ports and designed to support speeds up to 64 Gbps, this switch provides robust connectivity for demanding enterprise storage networks. It includes essential interfaces like two 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet ports, RS-232 console, and USB for flexible management access. Bundled with 48 32G optics, the SAN48C-7 helps streamline deployment and reduces additional component procurement costs.
Designed for reliability and compliance, the unit features advanced security such as secure-boot and anti-counterfeit support. The hardware is TAA-compliant and suitable for deployment in government-regulated environments. With on-site 24×7 same-day IBM support for one year, organizations benefit from minimized downtime and responsive maintenance. The switch also supports a wide operational temperature range from 0 to 40°C, making it resilient in varying data center conditions.
Engineered for environments requiring high-performance, low-latency storage networking, the IBM SAN48C-7 switch offers high port density, modern connectivity technology, and serviceability. Its made-in-Mexico build ensures compliance with origin-sensitive deployments. This switch is ideal for medium to large enterprises upgrading to next-generation SAN infrastructures.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, FCC Part 15 Class A, RoHS, IEC/EN 60950-1 |
EMI Standards | FCC Part 15 (Class A), EN55022 (Class A) |
Safety Standards | UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Boot Support | Yes |
Anti-Counterfeit Technology | Yes |
Authentication Mechanisms | RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP, local authentication |
Role-Based Access Control | Yes |
Encryption Support | SSH, HTTPS, SNMPv3 |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 52 |
Fibre Channel Ports (SFP+) | 48 |
Ethernet Management Ports 10/100/1000BASE-T | 2 |
Console Ports | 1 x RS-232 |
USB Ports | 1 x USB 2.0 |
Data Link Protocols | 32G/16G/8G Fibre Channel, Gigabit Ethernet |
Interface Type | Small Form Factor Pluggable Plus (SFP+) |
Data Transfer Rate Per Port | Up to 64 Gbps (aggregation) |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.30 in (439 mm) |
Depth | 18.00 in (457 mm) |
Height | 1.72 in (43.6 mm) |
Min Operating Temperature | 0°C (32°F) |
Max Operating Temperature | 40°C (104°F) |
Min Storage Temperature | -40°C (-40°F) |
Max Storage Temperature | 70°C (158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 5% – 85% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% – 93% non-condensing |
Cooling Method | Front-to-rear airflow with redundant fans |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | CLI, SNMP v1/v2/v3, Device Manager GUI, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
Licensing Model | Port activation licensing (ONIE-based) |
Included Licenses | None (licensing required for additional features or ports) |
Remote Management Protocols | Telnet, SSH, SNMP, HTTP/HTTPS |