Description
Fortinet FortiSwitch 448D (FS-448D)
The FortiSwitch 448D is a high-density, enterprise-class Secure Access Ethernet switch designed for distributed enterprise networks and branch deployments that require scalable connectivity, robust switching performance, and tight integration with network security. Part of the FortiSwitch Secure Access Series, it pairs seamlessly with FortiGate via FortiLink, enabling unified management of security and switching from a single console ideal for threat-conscious organisations.
Secure, High-Capacity Access Switching
FortiSwitch Secure Access delivers secure, simple, and scalable Ethernet solutions for business networks. Managed directly through FortiGate using FortiLink, this enables centralised control over access ports, user and device authentication, and security policies across the network.
Layer 2/3 Connectivity & Performance
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48 x Gigabit RJ45 access ports
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4 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports (SFP+ compatible with 1 GE SFP)
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High-density access suitable for converged voice, data, and wireless traffic
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Compact 1 RU rack mount form factor
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Scalable stacking when managed via FortiLink (up to 256 switches depending on FortiGate model)
Hardware Specifications
| Specification | FortiSwitch 448D |
|---|---|
| Total Network Interfaces | 48x GE RJ45 + 4x 10GE SFP+ |
| Dedicated Management Port | 1 x 10/100 RJ45 |
| Serial Console | 1 x RJ45 |
| Form Factor | 1 RU Rack Mount |
| PoE Ports | |
| PoE Power Budget | N/A |
| MTBF | > 10 years |
System Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Switching Capacity (Duplex) | 176 Gbps |
| Packets Per Second (Duplex) | 262 Mpps |
| MAC Address Storage | 16 K |
| Network Latency | < 1 µs |
| VLANs Supported | 4 K |
| Link Aggregation Group Size | 8 |
| Total LAG Groups | Up to number of ports |
| Packet Buffers | 1.5 MB |
| DRAM | 1 GB |
| FLASH | 128 MB |
Dimensions & Environment
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Height x Depth x Width | 1.75 x 12.2 x 17.3 in (44 x 310 x 440 mm) |
| Weight | 9.15 lbs (4.15 kg) |
| Power Required | 100Å“240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Supply | AC built-in |
| Redundant Power | Dual power supplies |
| Power Consumption | 38 W (avg) / 38 W (max) |
| Heat Dissipation | 147 BTU/h |
| Operating Temperature | 32Å“122 °F (0Å“50 °C) |
| Storage Temperature | -4Å“158 °F (-20Å“70 °C) |
| Humidity | 10Å“90% non-condensing |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RCM, VCCI, BSMI, UL, CB, RoHS2 |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime* warranty |
Security & Manageability
As part of the FortiSwitch Secure Access Series, the 448D supports the following when deployed in FortiLink mode through a FortiGate firewall:
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Centralised management of VLANs, link aggregation, STP, and uplinks
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802.1X authentication and port-based access control
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Device detection, DHCP snooping, IGMP snooping, LLDP/MED
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Syslog collection, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, REST API monitoring
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Policy enforcement, security fabric automation, and visibility across the network
Ideal For
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Enterprise branch and campus access layers
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Converged traffic environments (voice, data, wireless)
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Deployments requiring high-density access ports with high-speed uplinks
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Unified security management via FortiGate and FortiLink