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Fortinet FS-1048E FortiSwitch 1048E Ethernet Switch - 48-Port 10GbE - 54 Expansion Slots - Layer 3 Managed - 1U Rack-Mountable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The FS-1048E operates as a full Layer 3 switch, enabling advanced routing protocols and scalable network segmentation directly at the switching layer. This capability reduces reliance on external routers for internal traffic, streamlining network architecture and improving overall performance for complex enterprise environments.
The switch supports optical fiber media across all its interfaces, utilizing 10GBase-X, 40GBase-X, and 100GBase-X network technologies for reliable long-distance connectivity and high data transmission rates. The 54 total expansion slots are dedicated, with no shared SFP configurations, ensuring maximum port availability and configuration flexibility.
Relevant factors for this section include Uplink Port, Modular, Stack Port, Media Type Supported. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
The FS-1048E combines high port density with enterprise-grade features to address modern network challenges. Its design prioritizes both immediate performance needs and long-term infrastructure growth, making it a strategic investment for organizations scaling their network capabilities.
Scalable Uplink Architecture
Two 40GbE and four 100GbE uplink slots provide substantial bandwidth for backbone connections, allowing the switch to serve as a high-capacity aggregation point without becoming a bottleneck as network demands increase.
Unified Security and Management
As part of the FortiSwitch family, this switch integrates with Fortinet's Security Fabric when deployed alongside FortiGate devices, enabling centralized policy management, visibility, and automated threat response across the network infrastructure.
Operational Efficiency
The 1U rack-mountable form factor optimizes data center space while the stack port simplifies management of multiple switches through single-pane administration, reducing operational overhead in expanding network environments.
Deployment / Use Cases
The Fortinet FS-1048E is particularly effective in environments where high-density 10GbE connectivity serves as the foundation for data-intensive applications. Its combination of port count, uplink capacity, and Layer 3 functionality makes it suitable for several specific deployment scenarios.
In virtualized server environments, the 48 SFP+ ports provide ample connectivity for hosts running multiple virtual machines, while the high-speed uplinks ensure sufficient bandwidth for storage area network (SAN) connections and inter-switch links. For campus network cores, the switch's Layer 3 capabilities enable efficient routing between network segments, and its uplink slots accommodate high-bandwidth connections to distribution switches or internet gateways.
Data Center Server Access
Deploy as a top-of-rack switch connecting high-performance servers with 10GbE network interface cards, utilizing the 40GbE/100GbE uplinks for connectivity to spine switches or core network infrastructure.
Enterprise Network Aggregation
Use as an aggregation layer switch collecting traffic from multiple access switches, leveraging Layer 3 routing for inter-VLAN communication and the high-speed uplinks for core network connectivity.
Physical Profile
The FS-1048E features a standard 1U rack-mountable form factor with dimensions of 1.69" (42.93 mm) in height, 17.26" (438.40 mm) in width, and 18.11" (459.99 mm) in depth. This compact design allows efficient use of rack space in data centers and network closets. The switch weighs approximately 18.96 lb (8600.11 g), and its construction complies with Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2 environmental standards.
- Width
- 17.26" (438.40 mm)
- Depth
- 18.11" (459.99 mm)
- Height
- 1.69" (42.93 mm)
- Weight
- 18.96 lb (8600.11 g)
Highlights
- 48-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ connectivity for high-density server and storage connections
- Six high-speed uplink slots: two 40GbE QSFP+ and four 100GbE QSFP28 for backbone and aggregation links
- Layer 3 switching capability enables advanced routing and scalable network segmentation
- Fully manageable with stack port support for simplified multi-switch administration
- 1U rack-mountable form factor optimizes data center space utilization
- Redundant power supply support ensures high availability for critical network infrastructure
- Optical fiber media support for reliable long-distance connectivity up to 100GbE speeds
- RoHS 2 compliant construction meets environmental standards for hazardous substance restriction
- Lifetime limited warranty provides long-term product protection and support assurance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Fortinet, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FS-1048E |
| Brand Name | Fortinet |
| Product Line | FortiSwitch |
| Product Model | 1048E |
| Product Name | FortiSwitch 1048E Ethernet Switch |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Uplink Port | Yes |
| Modular | Yes |
| Stack Port | Yes |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot,2 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 | 54 |
| Expansion Slot Type | SFP+,QSFP+,QSFP28 |
| Shared SFP Slot | No |
| Number of SFP+ Slots | 48 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Layer Supported | 3 |
| Management & Protocols | |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Power Description | |
| Power Source | Power Supply |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes |
| Power Consumption | 181.70 W |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Compatible Rack Unit | 1U |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Height | 1.69" (42.93 mm) |
| Width | 17.26" (438.40 mm) |
| Depth | 18.11" (459.99 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 18.96 lb (8600.11 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2 |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What are the port configurations on the Fortinet FS-1048E switch?
The FS-1048E provides 54 total expansion slots: 48 dedicated 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports for device connectivity, plus six high-speed uplink slots comprising two 40GbE QSFP+ and four 100GbE QSFP28 ports. All slots support optical fiber media, and there are no shared SFP configurations, ensuring full port availability.
Does this switch support Layer 3 routing functionality?
Yes, the Fortinet FS-1048E operates as a Layer 3 switch, supporting advanced routing protocols and enabling routing between network segments directly at the switching layer. This capability allows for scalable network design, reduced reliance on external routers for internal traffic, and improved network performance through optimized traffic flow.
What rack mounting options are available for this switch?
The FS-1048E features a standard 1U rack-mountable form factor with dimensions of 1.69 inches in height, 17.26 inches in width, and 18.11 inches in depth. This compact design allows installation in standard 19-inch equipment racks commonly used in data centers and network closets, optimizing space utilization while providing professional cable management.
What power specifications does the FS-1048E require?
The switch has a power consumption of 181.70 watts and includes a built-in power supply. It supports redundant power supply configurations for high availability deployments, ensuring continuous operation even if one power source fails. This power design is suitable for business-critical network environments requiring maximum uptime.
Can this switch be stacked with other FortiSwitch devices?
Yes, the FS-1048E includes a stack port that enables easy stacking with other compatible FortiSwitch devices. This functionality allows multiple switches to be managed as a single logical unit, simplifying configuration, monitoring, and maintenance while extending your network capacity without complex individual device management.
What type of warranty comes with the Fortinet FS-1048E switch?
Fortinet provides a lifetime limited warranty for the FS-1048E Ethernet Switch. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the product's lifetime, offering long-term protection and support assurance for your network infrastructure investment. The switch is also RoHS 2 compliant, meeting environmental standards for hazardous substance restriction.
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