Fortinet FortiSwitch FS-448E-POE 48 x 1GbE PoE+ RJ45 Secure Managed Access Switch
By: Fortinet

Starting from
$4,420
Indicative. Final pricing is confirmed with your quote.
In Stockships worldwide
Key specs
- Port Configuration
- 48 x 1GbE PoE+ RJ45
- Switch Layer
- Layer 2/3 managed
- Switching Capacity
- 176 Gbps
- Management
- FortiLink via FortiGate, FortiSwitch Manager
- Uplinks
- 4 x 10GbE SFP+
- Condition:
- New (authorized channel)
- Warranty:
- Full manufacturer warranty
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Authorized & warrantied
Sourced through authorized distribution, with the full manufacturer warranty.
Compatibility checked
Validated against your server platform before dispatch.
Delivery & lead time
Confirmed with your quote, including expedited freight where available.
Business & public sector
POs, net terms and volume pricing for qualified organizations, government and edu.
Product overview
Fortinet FortiSwitch FS-448E-POE 48 x 1GbE PoE+ RJ45 Secure Managed Access Switch. Switching managed from the FortiGate itself, giving one policy surface for firewall and access.
It is a 1U rack-mount part.
Specifications
General
- Product Line
- FortiSwitch
- Product Type
- Network Switch
Technical specifications
- Switching Capacity
- 176 Gbps
- Switch Layer
- Layer 2/3 managed
- Airflow
- Front-to-back
- Management
- FortiLink via FortiGate, FortiSwitch Manager
Interfaces & connectivity
- Port Configuration
- 48 x 1GbE PoE+ RJ45
- Uplinks
- 4 x 10GbE SFP+
Physical
- Form Factor
- 1U rack-mount
Compatibility & compliance
- Compliance Standards
- RoHS, WEEE
Full published specifications for the Fortinet FortiSwitch FS-448E-POE 48 x 1GbE PoE+ RJ45 Secure Managed Access Switch, as supplied. Confirm platform support before ordering: compatibility validation against your specific server model is part of every order.
Where the FortiSwitch FS-448E-POE is deployed
- Capacity expansion on existing systems
- Like-for-like replacement and spares holding
- New build-outs specified around a fixed platform
Who this part is for
- Network teams replacing hardware under change control
- Procurement buying network hardware on a PO with net terms
- Teams adding an access layer or top-of-rack switch to a live fabric
Questions buyers ask about this part
What does FS-448E-POE give me in ports and throughput?
48 x 1GbE PoE+ RJ45, with 176 Gbps of switching capacity. Uplinks are 4 x 10GbE SFP+. Airflow is front-to-back, which has to match the direction of the rest of the row or it will recirculate hot air. Tell us the rack layout and we will confirm the right variant.
Is this Fortinet part genuine, and is the warranty intact?
Yes. We supply through authorized distribution only, so the part carries the full Fortinet manufacturer warranty and its firmware update path stays supported. No grey-market stock, no re-labelled drives, no voided warranties.
Do you offer volume pricing and accept purchase orders?
The listed price is per unit and indicative; tiered pricing applies at quantity. We accept purchase orders from qualified businesses, government and defence agencies, and educational institutions, with net terms and consolidated invoicing available. Email the quantity you need and we will come back within 48 business hours.
Other capacities in the Fortinet FortiSwitch range
| Model | Part number | Availability | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortinet FortiSwitch FS-424E 24 x 1GbE RJ45 Secure Managed Access Switch | N/A | In Stock | $2,145 |
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Specifying a system, not just the part?
Multi-node training is bounded by the fabric between the nodes, so the switch is specified with the cluster rather than after it.
