FortiSwitch 248F-POE
Brand: Fortinet | Category: Network Switches
SKU: FS-248F-POE | Part #: FS-248F-POE | MPN: FS-248F-POE
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About the FortiSwitch 248F-POE
The Fortinet FortiSwitch 248F-POE delivers 48 × 1GbE RJ45 PoE/PoE+ ports paired with 4 × 10GbE SFP+ uplink ports, providing dense edge connectivity with high-speed backbone support across 52 total ports. This Layer 2/Layer 3 switch combines a 176 Gbps switching capacity and 130.95 Mpps forwarding rate to handle enterprise-scale traffic loads while maintaining low latency and high throughput. The FS-248F-POE is built for network engineers and IT infrastructure teams seeking reliable access-layer switching with integrated power delivery for networked devices.
Built on the FortiSwitch 200F series platform, this Fortinet solution supports IEEE 802.3af (PoE) and IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) standards with a total PoE budget of 370W, enabling simultaneous powering of up to 48 endpoints without external power injection. Advanced networking features include support for 4,094 VLANs, 32,768 MAC address table entries, and 9,216-byte jumbo frame support. Layer 3 routing capabilities cover static routing, RIP, and OSPF protocols, while security and resilience are strengthened through IEEE 802.1X port-based network access control and comprehensive spanning tree support (STP, RSTP, MSTP). The 1U rack-mount form factor with redundant internal power supply support ensures space-efficient deployment in data centers and network closets. Management flexibility includes FortiLink integration, Web GUI, CLI access (console, SSH, and Telnet), and SNMP v1/v2c/v3 monitoring. Contact Omnixon Global to submit an RFQ for the FortiSwitch 248F-POE and discover how this switch can optimize your network infrastructure.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Fortinet
- Total Ports: 52 (48 × 1GbE RJ45 PoE/PoE+ + 4 × 10GbE SFP+ uplinks)
- Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate: 130.95 Mpps
- Total PoE Budget: 370W
- VLANs Supported: 4,094
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Fortinet |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | FS-248F-POE |
| Part Number | FS-248F-POE |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FS-248F-POE |
| Series | FortiSwitch 200F |
| Switching Layer | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Total Ports | 52 |
| 1GbE RJ45 PoE/PoE+ Ports | 48 |
| 10GbE SFP+ Uplink Ports | 4 |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af (PoE) / IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) |
| Total PoE Budget | 370W |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 130.95 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table Size | 32,768 entries |
| VLANs Supported | 4,094 |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 9,216 bytes |
| Layer 3 Routing Protocols | Static routing, RIP, OSPF |
| Network Access Control | IEEE 802.1X port-based NAC |
| Spanning Tree Protocols | STP, RSTP, MSTP |
| Management Interfaces | FortiLink, Web GUI, CLI (console/SSH/Telnet), SNMP v1/v2c/v3 |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mount |
| Power Supply | Redundant internal power supply support |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
Frequently Asked Questions about FortiSwitch 248F-POE
Does the FortiSwitch 248F-POE support our SFP transceivers?
Most enterprise switches ship without transceivers; we quote vendor-matched optics alongside the switch (Cisco-genuine for Catalyst/Nexus, HPE/Aruba-genuine for CX, Juniper-genuine for QFX/EX). Third-party MSA-compatible options are also available at lower cost — specify preference in the RFQ.
Do you provide stacking / VPC / MLAG configuration help?
Yes — our network engineers can pre-stage stacking, VPC pairs, MLAG, EVPN-VXLAN, or fabric extender configurations in advance, or provide remote commissioning. Add commissioning to your RFQ.
What software licensing is included?
Switch software licensing varies by vendor. Cisco DNA / Cisco DCNM, Aruba CX licensing tiers, Juniper Premium, NVIDIA Cumulus — we quote the licensing tier matched to your features (BGP-EVPN, telemetry, automation). No surprises later.
Is the support global?
Yes — manufacturer hardware support is global (return-to-vendor or advance replacement depending on tier). For 24x7 same-day on-site replacement, attach a SmartNet / Foundation Care / J-Care contract during quoting.