Fortinet FortiSwitch 108E (FS-108E)
The FortiSwitch 108E is an enterprise-grade Ethernet access switch engineered to deliver secure, high-performance connectivity, simplified management, and flexibility for modern campus and edge network deployments. Part of the FortiSwitch portfolio, it combines robust switching features with straightforward deployment and integration into the Fortinet Security Fabric.
High-Performance, Flexible Connectivity
The FortiSwitch 108E is designed to support growing network demands with a versatile port suite and enterprise-ready features:
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8 x 1G/100M/10M RJ45 ports
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2 x 1G SFP ports for uplinks or fiber connectivity
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10/100/1000 service ports for flexible integration
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MAC address storage: 16K
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Supported VLANs: 4K
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Low latency for efficient traffic forwarding
This configuration supports both legacy and modern network devices while delivering reliable connectivity across branch, campus, or edge environments.
Secure Networking & FortiLink Integration
When deployed with a FortiGate next-generation firewall, FortiLink enables the FortiSwitch 108E to function as a logical extension of the FortiGate, integrating switching and security under a unified management console. With FortiLink, you get:
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Centralised VLAN and policy configuration
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Automated switch discovery and provisioning
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Fortinet Security Fabric visibility and control
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Integrated access control with 802.1X authentication (port-based, MAC-based, MAB)
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Device detection and management visibility
This Security-Driven Networking approach reduces operational complexity and strengthens access layer security.
Industry-Standard Layer 2 Switching Features
FortiSwitch 108E supports the full suite of enterprise-grade Layer 2 networking capabilities:
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IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging, MSTP/RSTP
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Link Aggregation with LACP
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Auto-negotiation for speed and duplex
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IGMP snooping and multicast controls
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STP BPDU Guard and Root Guard
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Flow control and jumbo frame support
These features simplify network segmentation, improve performance, and ensure compatibility with diverse deployment scenarios.
Management & Operational Simplicity
The FortiSwitch 108E supports flexible deployment and management options, including:
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Zero-touch deployment and automated configuration
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FortiCloud or on-premises management
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Web GUI, CLI, and REST APIs for configuration and monitoring
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SNMP v1/v2c/v3 and RMON support
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Syslog, packet capture, and link monitoring
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IPv4/IPv6 management support
These capabilities reduce operational overhead, streamline rollout, and empower network teams with rich visibility and control.
High Availability & Resiliency
With features like link aggregation, dynamic port profiles, and FortiLink stacking via auto inter-switch links, the FortiSwitch 108E delivers:
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Network redundancy and resilience
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Rapid failover and higher availability
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Simplified configuration across managed switches
The FortiSwitch 108E combines enterprise-grade performance, secure access, and simplified management-making it an excellent choice for campus access, branch office, or edge deployments where security, reliability, and scalability matter.
View data sheet: FortiSwitch Secure Access Datasheet