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Fortinet FS-2048F FortiSwitch Ethernet Switch - 48 x 25GbE + 8 x 100GbE + 2 x 10GbE SFP Slots - Layer 3 Managed
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Technical Overview
The FS-2048F operates as a Layer 3 managed switch, supporting advanced routing protocols and VLAN management for segmented network architectures. With 58 total expansion slots, it accommodates SFP28, QSFP28, and SFP+ transceivers, allowing network architects to tailor port speeds and media types to specific connectivity requirements.
This switch's dual AC power supply configuration ensures high availability through redundant power inputs, minimizing downtime in critical network segments. The built-in power management maintains stable voltage delivery to all switch components, supporting consistent performance under load.
Relevant factors for this section include Port/Expansion Slot Details, Media Type Supported, Ethernet Technology, Network Technology. 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-2048F combines high port density with multi-speed flexibility, allowing organizations to future-proof their network infrastructure while maintaining compatibility with existing 10GbE and 25GbE equipment. Its 100GbE uplink capacity provides ample bandwidth for aggregation and core switching applications.
High-Density Connectivity
With 48x 25GbE ports, this switch supports high-speed server and storage connectivity in data center environments, reducing oversubscription and improving application performance.
- 48x SFP28 ports for 25GbE connectivity
- 8x QSFP28 ports for 100GbE uplinks
- 2x SFP+ ports for 10GbE legacy support
Enterprise Reliability
Dual AC power supplies and Layer 3 switching capabilities ensure continuous operation and advanced traffic management for business-critical networks.
- Redundant power inputs minimize downtime
- Layer 3 routing for network segmentation
- Optical fiber support for long-distance runs
Deployment / Use Cases
The Fortinet FS-2048F is engineered for deployment in enterprise data centers, cloud infrastructure, and high-performance computing environments where multi-speed connectivity and high port density are essential. Its 100GbE uplink capacity makes it suitable for core switching roles, while the 25GbE ports efficiently connect to servers and storage arrays.
Network architects can deploy this switch in spine-leaf architectures, where the 100GbE ports serve as spine connections and the 25GbE ports connect to leaf switches or directly to servers. The optical fiber support enables deployment across distributed campus environments or between data center buildings where copper distance limitations would be restrictive.
Data Center Core/Aggregation
Deploy as a core or aggregation switch in data centers, using 100GbE ports for high-bandwidth spine connections and 25GbE ports for server and storage connectivity.
High-Performance Computing
Support HPC clusters and AI/ML workloads with low-latency 25GbE server connections and 100GbE inter-switch links for efficient data movement.
Highlights
- 48x 25GbE SFP28 ports for high-density server connectivity
- 8x 100GbE QSFP28 ports for high-bandwidth uplinks and aggregation
- 2x 10GbE SFP+ ports for legacy equipment support
- Layer 3 switching capabilities for advanced routing and segmentation
- Optical fiber support for long-distance, high-speed connections
- Dual AC power supplies for redundant power input
- 58 total expansion slots for flexible transceiver deployment
- FortiSwitch integration with Fortinet Security Fabric
- 100GBase-X, 25GBase-X, and 10GBase-X network technology support
- Enterprise-grade switching for data center and backbone deployments
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Fortinet, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FS-2048F |
| Brand Name | Fortinet |
| Product Line | FortiSwitch |
| Product Name | FortiSwitch Ethernet Switch |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 25 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot,8 x 100 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot,2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Ethernet Technology | 100 Gigabit Ethernet,25 Gigabit Ethernet,10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 100GBase-X,25GBase-X,10GBase-X |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 58 |
| Expansion Slot Type | SFP28,QSFP28,SFP+ |
| Number of SFP+ Slots | 2 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Layer Supported | 3 |
| Power Description | |
| Power Source | Power Supply,AC |
| Number of Power Supplies Supported | 2 |
User Manual
FAQ
What are the port configurations on the Fortinet FS-2048F switch?
The FS-2048F provides 48x 25GbE SFP28 ports, 8x 100GbE QSFP28 ports, and 2x 10GbE SFP+ ports. This multi-speed configuration allows flexible deployment with high-density 25GbE server connections, 100GbE uplinks for aggregation, and 10GbE ports for legacy equipment compatibility.
Does this switch support Layer 3 switching?
Yes, the Fortinet FS-2048F is a Layer 3 managed switch. It supports advanced routing protocols, VLAN management, and network segmentation capabilities, making it suitable for complex enterprise networks that require traffic routing between subnets and advanced quality of service (QoS) policies.
What type of fiber connections does this switch support?
This switch supports optical fiber connections through SFP28, QSFP28, and SFP+ transceivers. It is compatible with 100GBase-X, 25GBase-X, and 10GBase-X network technologies, allowing deployment with single-mode or multi-mode fiber for long-distance, high-bandwidth connections between network components.
How many power supplies does the FS-2048F support?
The FS-2048F supports two AC power supplies for redundant power input. This dual-power configuration ensures high availability by providing backup power in case one supply fails, minimizing downtime in critical network deployments. The built-in power management maintains stable voltage delivery to all switch components.
What is the total number of expansion slots on this switch?
The Fortinet FS-2048F has 58 total expansion slots. These slots accommodate SFP28 transceivers for 25GbE connections, QSFP28 transceivers for 100GbE connections, and SFP+ transceivers for 10GbE connections, providing flexibility in port configuration and media type selection based on deployment requirements.
Is this switch suitable for data center deployment?
Yes, the FS-2048F is engineered for data center environments. Its high port density with 48x 25GbE ports efficiently connects to servers and storage, while the 8x 100GbE ports provide ample uplink bandwidth for aggregation. The Layer 3 capabilities, optical fiber support, and dual power supplies meet the reliability and performance requirements of modern data centers.
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