Fortinet FortiSwitch 148F

The performance, manageability, and security of the FortiSwitchTM Secure Access Family are unmatched. For risk-aware businesses of all sizes, FortiSwitch is the best option since it is secure, simple to use, and scalable.

FortiLink’s close integration with the Fortinet Security Fabric enables management of FortiSwitch straight from the well-known FortiGate interface. This one pane of glass administration provides complete visibility and control over all users and devices, regardless of how users connect to the network. As a result, the FortiSwitch enables businesses to combine their security and network access and is ideal for SD-Branch deployments with a variety of applications, from desktop to data center aggregation.

Security Fabric Integration through FortiLink

FortiLink, a cutting-edge proprietary management protocol, enables our FortiGate Next Generation Firewall to easily control any FortiSwitch. The FortiSwitch can be added to the Fortinet Security Fabric using FortiLink as a logical extension of the FortiGate. This management solution reduces complexity and management costs because network security and access layer services are enabled and managed through a single panel. FortiLink integration enables centralized policy management, including role-based access and control, and makes it easy to set up and maintain. FortiSwitch’s control and manageability make it ideal for SD-Branch implementations.

Highlights

• Designed for installations from desktops to wiring closets
• Ideal for SD-Branch deployments
• Centralized security and access management from FortiGate interfaces with FortiLink
• Optimal for converged network environments; enabling voice, data, and wireless traffic to be delivered across a single network
• Supports non-FortiLink deployments through onboard GUI, API, or command line configuration
• Up to 48 ports in a compact 1 RU form factor
• Stackable up to 300 switches per FortiGate, depending on model
• Supports Wire-speed switching and Store and Forward forwarding mode