Fortinet FortiSwitch 100 48 Ports Managed Ethernet Switch

The Fortinet FS-148F-FPOE is a managed Ethernet switch designed for network teams that want power, speed, and simplified control in one rack unit. With 48 PoE+ ports, it can run a full floor of wireless access points, security cameras, VoIP phones, or thin client terminals without separate power injectors, tapping into a generous 740 watt PoE budget.

Four 10-gigabit SFP+ uplink ports give you the bandwidth needed to connect to a core switch, servers, or storage, so large file transfers and daily backups move quickly. A switching capacity of 176 Gbps and latency below one microsecond keeps real-time traffic such as voice or video smooth even when the network is busy.

Where the switch truly shines is its tight integration with FortiGate firewalls. Using FortiLink, you can roll the switch into the same dashboard that already secures your edge, then push VLANs, access policies, and firmware updates from a single screen. That unified approach is ideal for SD-Branch deployments, retail chains, or any site where lean IT teams need to manage many locations with limited hands on site.

Security and segmentation are built in. Up to 4,000 VLANs let you separate guest Wi-Fi, point-of-sale terminals, cameras, and corporate workstations, while role-based access control and 802.1X authentication help ensure that only approved devices reach sensitive resources.

The chassis mounts neatly in a standard rack and uses side-to-back airflow that fits common data-center or wiring-closet layouts. Onboard memory stores configuration files locally, and a lifetime limited warranty provides extra peace of mind for long-term deployments.

• 48 PoE+ ports with a 740 W budget for powering access points, cameras, phones, and more
• 4 SFP+ uplink ports that deliver up to 10 Gbps each for fast aggregation
• Centralized FortiGate management through FortiLink for a single-pane-of-glass experience
• Supports up to 4,000 VLANs to segment traffic and enhance security
• 176 Gbps switching capacity with sub-microsecond latency keeps applications responsive
• Role-based access control and 802.1X authentication to help enforce device security
• Rack-mount design with side-to-back airflow suited for data-center or branch closets
• 512 MB RAM and 64 MB flash memory for reliable local configuration storage
• Lifetime limited warranty for long-term confidence in the hardware