Description
Fortinet FortiSwitch 1048D (FS-1048D)
Overview
The FortiSwitch 1048D is a high-performance Layer 2/3 Ethernet switch designed for dense, bandwidth-intensive network environments such as data center Top-of-Rack (ToR), aggregation/core layers, or large enterprise deployments. It offers high-capacity connectivity with a mix of 10 Gigabit and 40 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks and a robust switching architecture.
Key Features
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48 x 10 GE SFP+ ports high-speed access links for servers, uplinks, or aggregation
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4 x 40 GE QSFP+ ports for high-throughput uplinks or spine connectivity
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Designed for data center or campus core/aggregation deployments
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Dual AC power supplies for redundancy and availability in critical network environments
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Managed via CLI or web interface, with support for standard enterprise switching features
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Integrates with FortiGate via FortiLink for unified management when needed (depending on configuration)
Performance & Scalability
While a full official datasheet wasnt directly available online for the FS-1048D, industry datasheets and reseller listings indicate:
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Layer 2/3 managed capabilities suitable for core switching
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High port density of 10 GE and 40 GE optics for large throughput
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Dual power supplies to improve uptime and availability
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Typically rack-mountable 1 RU chassis
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Appropriate for environments requiring high bandwidth and resilient network paths
View data sheet: FortiSwitch Data Center Series Data Sheet