The FortiSwitch 248E-POE is a 1RU Layer 2/3 switch with 48x GE RJ45 ports and 4x GE SFP ports, with 24 ports 802.3af/at and a 370 W PoE budget. It is designed for branch and campus access networks managed by FortiGate via FortiLink or standalone.
Key features
- 48x GE RJ45 (24 PoE+) and 4x GE SFP
- 370 W PoE budget
- 104 Gbps switching capacity, 155 Mpps
- Dedicated 10/100 management port
- Optional FRPS-740 external redundant power supply
Specifications
| Access ports | 48 x GE RJ45 (PoE+ on 24) |
|---|---|
| Uplinks | 4 x GE SFP |
| PoE | 24 ports 802.3af/at |
| PoE budget | 370 W |
| Switching capacity | 104 Gbps |
| Forwarding rate | 155 Mpps |
| Layer | Layer 2/3 |
| Management | FortiLink (FortiGate switch controller) or standalone; on-premise and cloud-based management options |
| Form factor | 1RU rack mount |
| Power supply | Internal AC, 100-240V; optional FRPS-740 redundant PSU |
| Operating temperature | 32 to 122 F (0 to 50 C) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17.3 x 1.73 x 16.1 in |
| Weight | 12.12 lb |
| Warranty | Fortinet Limited Lifetime Warranty |
Frequently asked questions
What is the PoE budget?
370 W across 24 PoE+ (802.3af/at) ports.
Is redundant power supported?
Yes, via the optional FRPS-740.
What uplinks are included?
4x GE SFP ports.
Source: official Fortinet datasheet.
Fortinet Limited Lifetime Warranty
- Access ports:
- 48 x GE RJ45 (PoE+ on 24)
- Uplinks:
- 4 x GE SFP
- PoE:
- 24 ports 802.3af/at
- PoE budget:
- 370 W
- Switching capacity:
- 104 Gbps
- Layer:
- Layer 2/3
- Management:
- FortiLink (FortiGate switch controller) or standalone; on-premise and cloud-based management options
- Form factor:
- 1RU rack mount
- Power supply:
- Internal AC, 100-240V; optional FRPS-740 redundant PSU
