The Fortinet FS-424E-FPoE is a high performance switch designed for medium to largescale enterprise networks, educational institutions, and businesses with demanding networking requirements. As part of the 200 Series Switches line-up, the FS-424E-FPoE delivers advanced features, robust security capabilities, and Power over Ethernet (PoE) functionality to ensure reliable and scalable connectivity solutions.
Key Features
High-density Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Equipped with twenty four Gigabit Ethernet ports, the FS-424E-FPoE provides highspeed connectivity for various network devices such as computers, servers, printers, IP phones, and access points.
Power over Ethernet (PoE): Supports IEEE 802.3af/at PoE standards, allowing the switch to power PoE enabled devices such as access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones directly via the Ethernet cable, simplifying deployment and reducing installation costs.
Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features: Implements Layer 2 switching functionalities for efficient data forwarding and VLAN segmentation, while Layer 3 features enable dynamic routing protocols and interVLAN routing, enhancing network flexibility and scalability.
Advanced Security: Integrates security features such as access control lists (ACLs), port security, and MACbased authentication to protect against unauthorized access and mitigate potential security threats.
High Availability: The FS-424E-FPoE supports redundant power supplies and hot swappable fan modules, ensuring continuous operation and minimizing downtime in mission critical environments.
Stackable Design: With its stackable design, multiple FS-424E-FPoE switches can be stacked together to increase port density and simplify network management.
Centralized Management: Offers centralized management through FortiGate security appliances or FortiManager network management platform, simplifying network configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
Technical Specifications
Model: FS-424E-FPoE
Ports: 24 x Gigabit Ethernet ports
PoE Support: IEEE 802.3af/at PoE on selected ports
Stacking: Yes
Layer 2 Features: VLAN, STP, RSTP, MSTP, Link Aggregation (LAG)
Layer 3 Features: Static routing, OSPF, RIP, DHCP relay
Security Features: ACLs, port security, MACbased authentication
Redundancy: Redundant power supplies, hot swappable fan modules
Management: Managed
Applications
The Fortinet FS-424E-FPoE switch is suitable for various applications, including:
Enterprise Networks: Providing reliable and highspeed connectivity for corporate offices, data centers, and campus networks.
Educational Institutions: Supporting network connectivity for classrooms, laboratories, administrative offices, and campus wide Wi-Fi access points.
Medium to Large Sized Businesses: Ensuring secure and scalable network connectivity for medium to large sized businesses across different industries.