Fortinet FortiSwitch 448F-FPOE Managed PoE Switch
Brand: Fortinet | Category: Network Switches
SKU: FORT-FS448FFPOE | Part #: FS-448F-FPOE | MPN: FS-448F-FPOE
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About the Fortinet FortiSwitch 448F-FPOE Managed PoE Switch
The FortiSwitch 448F-FPOE is a high-density access layer switch delivering full PoE++ (802.3bt) power delivery across all 48 GE RJ45 ports, with a total PoE budget of 740 W supporting modern high-power devices including Wi-Fi 6E access points, IP cameras with heaters, and VoIP endpoints requiring Class 6 power. The switch operates in two modes: standalone with independent CLI management, or FortiLink managed mode where a connected FortiGate appliance provides unified policy, VLAN, and security configuration through the FortiOS GUI.
In FortiLink managed mode, the FortiSwitch 448F-FPOE becomes an extension of the FortiGate's Security Fabric, inheriting firewall policies, dynamic VLAN assignments, and 802.1X port authentication profiles configured centrally. This eliminates the need for a separate network access control server in many enterprise campus deployments, reducing architectural complexity and the number of management planes operators must maintain.
With 4x25GE SFP28 uplink ports, the 448F-FPOE supports high-bandwidth connections to distribution or aggregation layer switches, comfortably feeding 40+ concurrent PoE endpoints at full throughput. The switch is a top-selling Fortinet wired infrastructure product, commonly deployed in enterprises that standardize on the Fortinet Security Fabric to eliminate vendor sprawl between their firewall, switching, and wireless infrastructure layers.
Ideal for
- Enterprise campus access layer wiring closet delivering PoE++ to Wi-Fi 6E APs
- FortiLink-managed switch integrated with FortiGate for unified policy administration
- 802.1X NAC enforcement for corporate endpoints, IoT, and guest network segregation
- High-density IP surveillance camera floor deployment with 740W PoE budget
- Open-plan office with IP phones and powered displays on a single switch stack
- Healthcare facility bedside terminal and nurse call system PoE distribution
Technical specifications
| Manufacturer | Fortinet |
| Part Number | FS-448F-FPOE |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| GE RJ45 Ports | 48 (all PoE++) |
| 25GE SFP28 Uplink Ports | 4 |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af/at/bt (PoE++) |
| Total PoE Budget | 740 W |
| Max PoE per Port | 90 W (802.3bt Type 4) |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 130.95 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table | 32,768 entries |
| VLANs Supported | 4,094 |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 9,216 bytes |
| Stacking | FortiLink logical stacking via uplinks |
| Management Modes | Standalone CLI / FortiLink (FortiGate-managed) |
| Layer 3 Features | Static routing, RIP (standalone mode) |
| Spanning Tree | STP, RSTP, MSTP |
| LACP | 802.3ad dynamic link aggregation |
| QoS | 8 queues per port, 802.1p/DSCP marking |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant hot-swap AC |
| Max Power Consumption | 880 W (with full PoE load) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 440 x 432 x 44 mm |
| Weight | 7.6 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0–45°C |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RCM, VCCI, UL/cUL, CB |
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Fortinet |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | FORT-FS448FFPOE |
| Part Number | FS-448F-FPOE |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| GE RJ45 Ports | 48 (all PoE++) |
| 25GE SFP28 Uplink Ports | 4 |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af/at/bt (PoE++) |
| Total PoE Budget | 740 W |
| Max PoE per Port | 90 W (802.3bt Type 4) |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 130.95 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table | 32,768 entries |
| VLANs Supported | 4,094 |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 9,216 bytes |
| Stacking | FortiLink logical stacking via uplinks |
| Management Modes | Standalone CLI / FortiLink (FortiGate-managed) |
| Layer 3 Features | Static routing, RIP (standalone mode) |
| Spanning Tree | STP, RSTP, MSTP |
| LACP | 802.3ad dynamic link aggregation |
| QoS | 8 queues per port, 802.1p/DSCP marking |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant hot-swap AC |
| Max Power Consumption | 880 W (with full PoE load) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 440 x 432 x 44 mm |
| Weight | 7.6 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0–45°C |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RCM, VCCI, UL/cUL, CB |
Frequently Asked Questions about Fortinet FortiSwitch 448F-FPOE Managed PoE Switch
What does the Fortinet FortiSwitch 448F-FPOE Managed PoE Switch do?
The Fortinet FortiSwitch 448F-FPOE Managed PoE Switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
What are the headline specs of the Fortinet FortiSwitch 448F-FPOE Managed PoE Switch?
Key specifications for the Fortinet FortiSwitch 448F-FPOE Managed PoE Switch: new condition; manufacturer Fortinet; part number FS-448F-FPOE; form factor 1U Rackmount; ge rj45 ports 48 (all PoE++); 25ge sfp28 uplink ports 4; poe standard IEEE 802.3af/at/bt (PoE++). Manufacturer part number FS-448F-FPOE. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the Fortinet FortiSwitch 448F-FPOE Managed PoE Switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The Fortinet FortiSwitch 448F-FPOE Managed PoE Switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.