FS-424E-FIBER

Description

The Fortinet FortiSwitch 424E-FIBER is a high-performance Layer 2/3 switch designed for fiber-centric network environments. Ideal for businesses expanding their fiber infrastructure, it offers centralized management, robust security, and high-speed data handling. This switch is especially well-suited for organizations prioritizing high-speed fiber connectivity, integrated security, and scalable infrastructure.

Features:

• 24 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports for flexible fiber connectivity
• 4 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplinks for ultra-fast backbone connections
• FortiGate controller compatibility for seamless integration into Fortinet’s Security Fabric
• Advanced routing and switching capabilities for scalable and secure deployments

Hardware & Connectivity

• 24 x GE SFP ports: Ideal for flexible fiber connectivity in high-speed environments.
• 4 x 10 GE SFP+ uplinks: Supports ultra-fast uplinks for backbone or data center aggregation.

Layer 2/3 Switching

• Supports Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, enabling advanced routing and switching for complex network topologies

Security & Management

• Security Fabric Integration: Seamlessly integrates into Fortinet’s Security Fabric, enabling unified policy enforcement and visibility
• FortiLink Management: Allows FortiGate firewalls to manage the switch directly, simplifying operations and reducing overhead
• VLAN Support: Advanced VLAN security and segmentation options
• Threat Protection: Built-in mechanisms for threat detection and mitigation

Performance & Scalability

• High-Speed Fiber: Designed for fiber-heavy environments like data centers, campuses, and enterprise networks
• Modular Design: Supports future expansion and flexible deployment
• Ideal Use Cases: SD-Branch deployments, desktop aggregation, and data center access layers

Manageability

• Single Pane of Glass Management: FortiLink enables unified visibility and control over users and devices, simplifying network operations.
• Role-Based Access Control: Facilitates granular policy enforcement and user management across the network