Fortinet FortiSwitch 1024E
Fortinet FortiSwitch 1024E is a high-density, enterprise-class Layer 2/Layer 3 secure access Ethernet switch in the FortiSwitch Secure Access family, engineered for large campus cores, data-centre edge, and distributed enterprise environments that demand massive port count, high throughput, and centralized policy control. When integrated with a FortiGate firewall via FortiLink, it provides unified management, secure access control, and streamlined operations across the wired LAN infrastructure.
Hardware Specifications
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24 x Multi-Gigabit RJ45 access ports (2.5G/1G/100M/10M)
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24 x GE RJ45 access ports
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8 x 10 GE SFP+ uplink ports
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4 x 40 GE QSFP+ uplink/stacking ports
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1 x Dedicated 10/100 management port
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1 x RJ-45 serial console port
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Form Factor: 1 RU rack mount
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AC built-in power supply
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Optional FRPS-740 redundant AC power support
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Fan-assisted cooling
Performance Summary
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Switching Capacity: Enterprise-class multi-terabit (duplex)
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Forwarding Rate: Very high packets-per-second (suitable for dense access+uplinks)
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MAC Address Table: Large enterprise-grade capacity
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VLAN Support: Up to 4 K
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Packet Buffers: Generous shared memory
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Memory & Flash: Enterprise DRAM and NAND storage
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ACL Entries: High-capacity ACL support
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Spanning Tree Instances: 32+
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Layer 3 Routing: Supported when paired with FortiGate
Key Capabilities
Massive Port Density
High-Speed Uplinks & Stacking
FortiLink Integration
Security & Access Control
When managed via FortiLink with a FortiGate firewall, FortiSwitch 1024E supports:
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Centralized VLAN and dynamic port profile configuration
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Auto-discovery and unified switch provisioning
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Integrated NAC with device profiling and enforcement
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IEEE 802.1X authentication (port-based and MAC-based)
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DHCP snooping and DHCP/ARP monitoring
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Dynamic ARP inspection
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Host quarantine on compromised switch ports
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Policy-based access control for users and devices
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FortiGuard IoT detection and security recommendations
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Security Fabric automation
Standalone switch management via CLI and Web GUI is also supported.
Management Options
Environmental Specifications
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Operating Temperature: Enterprise range (0°C to 45°C)
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Humidity: 10 % to 90 % non-condensing
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Cooling: Fan-assisted
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Warranty: Fortinet Limited Lifetime Warranty
FortiSwitch 1024E delivers high-density multi-gigabit and Gigabit access with ultra-high uplinks and centralized secure management, making it ideal for enterprise campuses, data-centre edges, and large distributed environments with demanding performance and policy control needs.
View data sheet: FortiSwitch Secure Access Datasheet
