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Fortinet FS-1048E-USG FortiSwitch Ethernet Switch - 48 x 10GbE SFP+ - 6 x 40GbE - 4 x 100GbE QSFP+ - Layer 3 Managed - 1U Rack-mountable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This FortiSwitch operates at Layer 3, providing advanced routing capabilities for scalable network design. It supports a total of 58 expansion slots, with 48 dedicated to 10GbE SFP+, six for 40GbE QSFP+, and four for 100GbE QSFP28, enabling flexible deployment for high-density server connectivity, aggregation, or core switching roles.
The switch is engineered for reliability with a built-in power supply that accepts 120 V AC or 230 V AC input and supports redundant power supplies for continuous operation. It consumes 181.70 W under typical load, making it efficient for its performance class. Networking protocols include IEEE 802.1D for spanning tree, 802.1Q for VLANs, 802.3ad for link aggregation, and 802.1Qbb for priority-based flow control, ensuring optimized traffic management.
This section brings together practical product details such as Stack Port, Port/Expansion Slot Details, Media Type Supported, Ethernet Technology, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
The FS-1048E-USG combines high port density with multi-gigabit speeds, making it ideal for environments requiring substantial bandwidth and low latency. Its Layer 3 functionality allows for inter-VLAN routing and dynamic routing protocols, reducing the need for external routers and simplifying network architecture.
High-Speed Uplinks
With 40GbE and 100GbE QSFP+ ports, this switch provides ample uplink capacity for connecting to core switches, storage arrays, or high-performance servers, minimizing bottlenecks in data-intensive applications.
- 6 x 40GbE QSFP+ ports
- 4 x 100GbE QSFP28 ports
- Supports high-bandwidth aggregation
Managed Flexibility
Full manageability enables detailed configuration, monitoring, and security enforcement. Features like stacking support allow multiple switches to be managed as a single logical unit, enhancing scalability and ease of administration.
- Layer 3 routing capabilities
- Stack port for unified management
- Comprehensive protocol support
Deployment / Use Cases
This switch is well-suited for data center deployments where high-density 10GbE server connectivity is required, coupled with 40GbE or 100GbE uplinks to core network infrastructure. It serves effectively as a top-of-rack switch in server racks, providing direct, high-speed access to servers while aggregating traffic to distribution layers.
In enterprise core networks, the FS-1048E-USG can act as a distribution or core switch, leveraging its Layer 3 routing to segment traffic and optimize flow. Its support for optical fiber makes it ideal for connecting across longer distances within campuses or between buildings, ensuring reliable, high-speed data transmission for critical applications like virtualization, database clusters, and media streaming.
Data Center Top-of-Rack
Deploy in server racks to connect multiple 10GbE servers, with 40GbE/100GbE uplinks to aggregation switches, reducing latency and improving throughput for virtualized environments and storage networks.
Enterprise Core Switching
Use as a core switch in medium to large networks, providing inter-VLAN routing, high availability through redundant power, and scalable connectivity for departments or branch offices.
Physical Profile
The switch features a compact 1U rack-mountable form factor, measuring 1.70" in height, 17.30" in width, and 18.10" in depth, making it easy to integrate into standard 19-inch server racks. Its white finish and professional design blend well in data center environments. The unit weighs approximately 18.96 lb, ensuring stable mounting without excessive load on rack rails. This physical profile supports efficient cable management and airflow, crucial for maintaining optimal operating temperatures in dense deployments.
- Width
- 17.30" (439.42 mm)
- Depth
- 18.10" (459.74 mm)
- Height
- 1.70" (43.18 mm)
- Weight
- 18.96 lb (8600.111335 g)
Highlights
- 48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports for high-density connectivity
- 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet and 4 x 100 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ uplink ports
- Layer 3 managed switch with advanced routing capabilities
- Supports optical fiber media for long-distance, high-speed links
- 1U rack-mountable form factor with white finish
- Redundant power supply support for enhanced reliability
- Stack port enabled for scalable switch management
- Complies with RoHS 2 environmental standards
- TAA compliant and manufactured in the United States
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term peace of mind
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Fortinet, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FS-1048E-USG |
| Brand Name | Fortinet |
| Product Line | FortiSwitch |
| Product Name | FortiSwitch Ethernet Switch |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Stack Port | Yes |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot,6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot,4 x 100 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet,40 Gigabit Ethernet,100 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 10GBase-X,40GBase-X,100GBase-X |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 58.0 |
| Expansion Slot Type | SFP+,QSFP+,QSFP28 |
| Number of SFP+ Slots | 48 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Layer Supported | 3 |
| Networking Standards | IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.3z,IEEE 802.1D,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.3ab,IEEE 802.3x,IEEE 802.3ad,IEEE 802.1w,IEEE 802.3ae,IEEE 802.1s,IEEE 802.1AX,IEEE 802.1Qbb |
| Management & Protocols | |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Power Description | |
| Input Voltage | 120 V AC,230 V AC |
| Power Source | Power Supply |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes |
| Power Consumption | 181.70 W |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Color | White |
| Compatible Rack Unit | 1U |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Height | 1.70" (43.18 mm) |
| Width | 17.30" (439.42 mm) |
| Depth | 18.10" (459.74 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 18.96 lb (8600.111335 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What are the port configurations on this FortiSwitch?
The Fortinet FS-1048E-USG includes 48 SFP+ ports for 10 Gigabit Ethernet, six QSFP+ ports for 40 Gigabit Ethernet, and four QSFP28 ports for 100 Gigabit Ethernet. This provides a total of 58 expansion slots, supporting high-density server connections and high-speed uplinks for data center or core network deployments.
Does this switch support Layer 3 routing?
Yes, this switch operates at Layer 3, offering advanced routing functionalities such as inter-VLAN routing and support for dynamic routing protocols. This enables scalable network design by reducing reliance on external routers and simplifying traffic management across subnets.
Is the FortiSwitch FS-1048E-USG manageable?
Yes, it is fully manageable, allowing for detailed configuration, monitoring, and security policy enforcement through Fortinet's management interfaces. Features include stacking support for unified management of multiple switches, enhancing administrative efficiency in large networks.
What type of media does this switch support?
This switch supports optical fiber media, which is ideal for spanning longer distances and providing high data transmission rates between servers and network components. It uses SFP+, QSFP+, and QSFP28 transceivers for flexible connectivity options based on distance and bandwidth requirements.
Can this switch be mounted in a standard rack?
Yes, it features a 1U rack-mountable form factor, compatible with standard 19-inch server racks. Dimensions are 1.70" height, 17.30" width, and 18.10" depth, with a weight of approximately 18.96 lb, ensuring easy integration and stable mounting in data center environments.
What power features does this switch offer?
The switch includes a built-in power supply that accepts 120 V AC or 230 V AC input, with support for redundant power supplies to ensure continuous operation. Power consumption is rated at 181.70 W, making it efficient for its high-performance capabilities, and it complies with energy-saving standards.
What port count or interface mix is listed?
the specifications are intended to help buyers confirm fit, compatibility, and expected day-to-day operation. In practical terms, the best reading of this product comes from how its hardware, connectivity, and deployment details work together.
What throughput, switching capacity, or performance detail is listed?
the specifications are intended to help buyers confirm fit, compatibility, and expected day-to-day operation. In practical terms, the best reading of this product comes from how its hardware, connectivity, and deployment details work together.
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