[shortdesc] High-performance Layer 3 switch featuring 48x 1G/10G SFP+ ports, 6x 40G/100G QSFP28 uplinks, dual hot-swappable power supplies, and advanced Fortinet Security Fabric integration for data center and campus core environments. [/shortdesc]

[properties]

Model	FortiSwitch 1048G
SKU	FS-1048G
Product Type	Managed Ethernet Switch
Series	FortiSwitch Campus Core and Data Center G Series
Form Factor	Rack-mountable 1 RU
Switching Layer	Layer 2 / Layer 3
Total Ports	48 x 1G/10G SFP+ ports
Uplink Ports	6 x 40G/100G QSFP28/QSFP+
MAC Address Table	32K entries
Switching Capacity	2160 Gbps (full duplex)
Forwarding Rate	2000 Mpps
Latency	< 1 µs
Airflow	Front to back
Power Supply	Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies
Redundancy	1+1 redundant power
Operating Temperature	32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Storage Temperature	-13°F to 158°F (-25°C to 70°C)
Operating Humidity	10% to 90% RH non-condensing
Dimensions (H x D x W)	1.69 x 18.11 x 17.27 in (43 x 460 x 438.5 mm)
Weight	20.06 lbs (9.1 kg)

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[specifications]

System Memory	8 GB DDR4
Flash Memory	32 MB
Packet Buffer	32 MB
Queues per Port	8
VLAN Support	Up to 4000 VLANs
Spanning Tree Instances	64
Link Aggregation	Up to 48 ports per LAG
Routing Protocols	BGP, OSPF, OSPFv3, IS-IS, RIP, RIP-2, VRRP
Multicast	IGMP Snooping, IGMP Proxy, PIM-SSM
Security Features	ACL, Dynamic ARP Inspection, DHCP Snooping, MACsec, Private VLAN, Sticky MAC
Authentication	802.1X, RADIUS, MAC-based authentication
Management Protocols	SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, Telnet, SSH, HTTP, HTTPS, SFTP
High Availability	Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation (MCLAG)
Power Input	AC 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz
Maximum Power Consumption	585.78 W
MTBF	> 10 years
Certifications	FCC, CE, RCM, VCCI, BSMI, UL, CB, RoHS 2

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[accesories]

Included in the Box	FortiSwitch 1048G unit; Dual AC power supplies; Rack mounting kit; Documentation
Optional Accessories	FortiSwitch Advanced Features License; Fortinet QSFP28 and SFP+ transceiver modules
Spare Power Supply	Hot-swappable AC Power Supply (Refer to official datasheet for specific SKU based on region)

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High-Density Core Switching for Campus and Data Center Networks

The Fortinet FortiSwitch 1048G (FS-1048G) is a top-tier Layer 3 managed switch engineered for the rigorous demands of campus cores and high-performance data centers. It delivers dense 10G access connectivity alongside ultra-high-speed 100G uplinks, ensuring your network can handle bandwidth-intensive applications with ease. Built on a secure switching architecture, the FS-1048G offers low-latency forwarding, robust routing protocols, and seamless integration into the Fortinet Security Fabric.

Featuring 48 SFP+ ports and 6 QSFP28 uplinks capable of 40G or 100G speeds, this switch provides outstanding scalability for aggregation, virtualization, and heavy east-west traffic loads. Its compact 1RU design, front-to-back airflow, and redundant hot-swappable power supplies ensure enterprise-grade reliability and uptime.

Key Benefits & Features

• High-Speed Port Density: Equipped with 48x 1G/10G SFP+ ports and 6x 40G/100G QSFP28 uplinks to support massive data throughput and core aggregation.
• Advanced Layer 3 Routing: Comprehensive support for OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, RIP, VRRP, ECMP, and VXLAN enables scalable and resilient network topologies.
• Ultra-Low Latency Performance: Achieves a switching capacity of 2160 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 2000 Mpps with sub-1µs latency.
• Integrated Security Controls: Native support for ACLs, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, private VLANs, MACsec, and 802.1X authentication reinforces network defense.
• Enterprise-Grade Reliability: Designed with dual hot-swappable AC power supplies and support for Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation (MCLAG) to maximize operational continuity.

Ideal Use Cases

• Enterprise campus core switching
• Data center aggregation and spine architectures
• High-density 10G server and storage connectivity
• Virtualized and VXLAN-enabled network environments
• Fortinet Security Fabric integrated infrastructures

Technical Specifications

• Switching Capacity: 2160 Gbps (full duplex)
• Forwarding Rate: 2000 Mpps
• Ports: 48x 1G/10G SFP+ and 6x 40G/100G QSFP28
• Layer Support: Layer 2 and Layer 3
• Memory: 8 GB DDR4 RAM with 32 MB flash
• Packet Buffer: 32 MB
• Form Factor: 1RU rack-mountable
• Power: Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies
• Airflow: Front-to-back

Build a Faster and More Secure Network Core

Deploy the FortiSwitch 1048G to scale your network infrastructure with industry-leading performance and security. Order today.