The Fortinet FS-124E-POE is part of the 100 Series switches designed to provide reliable connectivity and power delivery for small to medium sized businesses and distributed enterprises. With its twelve Fast Ethernet ports and two Gigabit Ethernet ports, this switch offers versatile connectivity options for various network devices, including access points, IP phones, cameras, and other PoE enabled devices. The FS-124E-POE supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) on all ports, allowing for simplified deployment and management of PoE devices without the need for additional power adapters.
Key Features
Twelve Fast Ethernet Ports: The FS-124E-POE switch features twelve 10/100BaseT Ethernet ports, providing ample connectivity for devices in small to medium sized networks.
Two Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Additionally, the switch includes two Gigabit Ethernet ports for highspeed uplink connections to servers, routers, and other network devices.
Power over Ethernet (PoE): Supports IEEE 802.3af/at PoE/PoE+ on all ports, allowing the switch to power PoE enabled devices such as access points, IP phones, cameras, and other network devices.
Compact Form Factor: With its compact design, the switch is suitable for deployment in space constrained environments such as small offices, retail stores, and classrooms.
Energy Efficient: Incorporates energy saving features such as IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE), helping to reduce power consumption and operational costs.
Technical Specifications
Model: FS-124E-POE
Ports: 12 x 10/100BaseT Ethernet ports, 2 x 10/100/1000BaseT Gigabit Ethernet ports
PoE Support: IEEE 802.3af/at PoE/PoE+ on all ports
Switching Capacity: Up to 8.8 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: Up to 6.6 Mpps
Form Factor: Desktop or rack mountable (optional brackets required)
Management: Unmanaged
Applications
The Fortinet FS-124E-POE switch is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
Small and Medium Sized Businesses (SMBs): Providing connectivity and power delivery for computers, printers, IP phones, cameras, and other network devices in SMB environments.
Retail Environments: Connecting point of sale terminals, security cameras, Cellular Gateways, and IP phones in retail stores and outlets.
Education: Supporting network connectivity and power delivery for classrooms, computer labs, administrative offices, and campus wide Wi-Fi access points in schools and educational institutions.
Hospitality: Powering Wi-Fi access points, IP phones, security cameras, and guest services in hotels, motels, and resorts.
Healthcare: Connecting medical devices, patient monitoring systems, administrative equipment, IP phones, and security cameras in medical offices, clinics, and hospitals.
Benefits
Versatile Connectivity: Offers a combination of Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet ports to support various network devices and applications.
Power over Ethernet (PoE): Simplifies deployment by providing power to PoE enabled devices over the Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for additional power outlets and adapters.
Compact Design: Space saving form factor makes it suitable for deployment in various environments, including desktop and rackmount installations.
Energy Efficiency: Incorporates energy saving features to reduce power consumption and lower operational costs over time.
Easy Deployment: Plug and play functionality allows for quick and easy setup, ideal for businesses without dedicated IT staff.
Conclusion
The Fortinet FS-124E-POE switch is a versatile and cost effective solution for small to medium sized businesses and distributed enterprises. With its combination of Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet ports, PoE support, compact design, energy efficient operation, and easy deployment, the FS-124E-POE provides the connectivity and power delivery needed to support essential network devices and applications in various environments. Invest in the FS-124E-POE switch to enhance network connectivity, simplify power delivery, and streamline operations in your organization.