Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
Model | SAN96C-7 |
Form Factor | 2RU |
Active Ports | 48 |
Total Ports | 96 |
Port Speeds Supported | 64 Gbps, 32 Gbps, 16 Gbps, 8 Gbps |
Weight | 20 kg |
Power Redundancy | Yes, dual redundant power supplies |
Hot-Swap Components | Power supplies, fans |
Power Consumption (Typical) | 425 Watts |
Power Supply Type | AC 90–264V, 47–63Hz |
Mounting Type | Rack-mountable |
IBM SAN96C-7 64G 96-Port FC Switch with 48 Active Ports


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- Offers exceptional scalability with 96 ports and 48 active at 64 Gbps for high-demand enterprise SANs
- TAA compliance makes it suitable for government and regulated sector deployments
- VSAN support facilitates improved network utilization and segmentation efficiency
Product Overview
The IBM SAN96C-7 Fibre Channel Switch is a high-density, enterprise-grade solution with 96 total ports and 48 active 64 Gbps interfaces, delivering high-speed performance for demanding storage environments. Its 2RU form factor and VSAN support enhance both rack efficiency and network segmentation. With Gigabit Ethernet compatibility, TAA compliance, and robust hardware, it supports scalable SAN infrastructure in regulated and high-throughput scenarios. Some detailed technical attributes are not provided.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Capability |
Compliance & Origin
Compliance Standards | TAA, UL, CSA, CE Mark, FCC Part 15 Class A |
Certifications | RoHS, EMC, Safety |
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Authentication | RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP, Secure Boot |
Encryption | Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Secure Shell (SSH), SNMPv3 |
VSAN Support | Yes (up to 512 VSANs) |
Port Security | Yes, DHCP Snooping, Port Binding |
Interfaces
Port Type | SFP+ / SFP28 / QSFP / QSFP-DD |
Interface Ports | 96 x 64G Fibre Channel ports |
Console Ports | 1 x RJ-45 serial console port |
Management Port | 1 x 100/1000 Ethernet management port (RJ-45) |
USB Ports | 1 x USB 2.0 |
Aggregate Switching Capacity | 6.4 Tbps |
Throughput | 4.8 billion packets per second |
Data Transfer Rate | 64 Gbps per port |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 17.4 x 23.9 x 3.4 inches |
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 | 5% to 85% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Cooling | Front-to-back airflow with redundant fans |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS CLI, DCNM, SNMP, REST API |
Cloud Monitoring | Optional via Cisco DCNM or Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller |
Licensing Model | Port activation licenses for additional ports |
Included Features | Base software license with essentials like VSAN, Zoning, Traffic management |