The Fortinet FS-224E-POE is a member of the 200 Series switches, engineered to deliver robust and high-performance network connectivity tailored for small to mediumsized businesses, distributed enterprises, and branch offices. With its advanced features and Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities, this switch is adept at supporting various network devices, including access points, IP phones, cameras, and other PoE enabled devices. Equipped with twentyfour Gigabit Ethernet ports and PoE support, the FS-224E-POE offers ample connectivity and power delivery, ensuring efficient and secure data transmission across expanding networks.
Key Features
Twentyfour Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Featuring twentyfour 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet ports, the FS-224E-POE delivers highspeed connectivity for network devices.
Power over Ethernet (PoE): Compliant with IEEE 802.3af/at PoE standards across all ports, enabling the switch to power PoEenabled devices directly via the Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for additional power adapters.
Layer 2 Switching: Implements Layer 2 switching functionalities to facilitate efficient data forwarding and network segmentation, optimizing network performance.
Advanced Security Features: Integration of security features such as VLAN support, port mirroring, and access control lists (ACLs) enhances network security and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.
Easy Management: Offers centralized management and configuration options through FortiGate security appliances or the FortiManager network management platform, simplifying network administration tasks.
Redundancy and Resiliency: Supports link aggregation (LAG) and redundant power supply (RPS) to bolster network reliability and uptime, minimizing potential downtime and ensuring seamless operation.
Technical Specifications
Model: FS-224E-POE
Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet ports
PoE Support: IEEE 802.3af/at PoE on all ports
Switching Capacity: Up to 56 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: Up to 41.7 Mpps
Form Factor: Rack mountable (1U)
Management: Managed
Applications
The Fortinet FS-224E-POE switch finds utility across various applications, including:
Small to Medium Sized Businesses (SMBs): Providing dependable and highspeed connectivity for computers, printers, servers, IP phones, cameras, and other network devices within SMB environments.
Branch Offices: Supporting network connectivity for remote branch offices and satellite locations, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration.
Education: Enabling the connection of classrooms, administrative offices, and campus wide Wi-Fi access points in educational institutions.
Hospitality: Empowering guest Wi-Fi access points, IP phones, security cameras, and other 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.