FS-108F-POE

Fortinet FortiSwitch – 108F-POE L2+ Management Switch with 65W PoE (FS-108F-POE)

Description

Here’s a detailed overview of the Fortinet FortiSwitch 108F-POE (FS-108F-POE) — a compact, fanless Layer 2+ managed switch designed for secure access and SD-Branch deployments.

This switch is ideal for secure, scalable, and easy-to-manage deployments in small to medium-sized environments, especially those already using Fortinet infrastructure.

Features

Hardware & Connectivity

• Ports: 8x GE (Gigabit Ethernet) ports + 2x SFP (fiber uplink) ports + 1x RJ45 console port
• PoE Power Budget: Up to 65W PoE across the 8 GE ports
• Fanless Design: Silent operation, ideal for desktop or wiring closet deployments
• Compact Form Factor: Fits easily into small spaces, suitable for branch offices or SMBs

Security & Management

• FortiLink Integration: Seamlessly managed via FortiGate firewall, becoming part of the Fortinet Security Fabric
• 802.1X Authentication, DHCP Snooping, and MAC Filtering for enhanced access control
• Role-Based Access Control and centralized policy management when integrated with FortiGate

Network Capabilities

• L2+ Switching: Supports advanced Layer 2 features with some Layer 3 capabilities
• Dynamic Routing Protocols: Includes OSPFv2, RIPv2, VRRP, BGP, and ISIS (model-dependent)
• Unicast/Multicast Traffic Balancing: Over trunking ports using various algorithms (e.g., dst-ip, src-mac)
• Wire-Speed Switching: Ensures high performance for voice, data, and wireless traffic

Deployment & Configuration

• Standalone or FortiLink Managed: Can be managed independently via GUI/API/CLI or centrally via FortiGate
• Cloud Management: Available through FortiCloud for remote monitoring and configuration
• Stackable: Up to 300 switches per FortiGate depending on model

Deployment Highlights

• Ideal for:
  • Desktop installations
  • Wiring closets
  • SD-Branch environments
• Stackable: Up to 300 switches per FortiGate (depending on model)
• Supports voice, data, and wireless traffic convergence