Name: FS-348B-NFR Fortinet FortiSwitch 348B 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 2 x Ports Shared SFP 1U Rack-mountable Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: Fortinet
SKU: FS-348B-NFR
Price: 2615.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The FS-348B-NFR Fortinet FortiSwitch 348B is a Layer 3 managed switch designed to deliver reliable gigabit Ethernet connectivity with flexible uplink options. It fits well in environments that need a balance of port density and advanced networking features, allowing users to manage and route traffic efficiently within their network infrastructure.

General Information
Brand	Fortinet
Part Number	FS-348B-NFR
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48 x 10/100/1000Base-T, 2 x Shared SFP
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Speed	10/100/1000Base-T
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Connector Type	RJ45,SFP

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2c/v3,HTTP,HTTPS,SSH,Telnet,CLI,FortiLink
Routing Protocol	Static Routing

Physical Characteristics
Weight	4.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1X, IEEE 802.3x

Product Description
The Fortinet FortiSwitch 348B is built to handle demanding network environments requiring reliable and scalable connectivity. It is often found in enterprise networks and data centers where managing multiple devices and traffic flow efficiently is essential. Network administrators and IT teams typically use it to improve network performance and simplify infrastructure management. Key Features Provides 48 10/100/1000Base-T ports ensuring versatile and consistent gigabit speeds Equipped with 2 shared SFP slots to allow fiber uplinks or copper connections based on requirements Includes Layer 3 capabilities for routing between VLANs and managing network traffic effectively Supports rack-mount installation with a compact 1U form factor to save space Offers comprehensive management options to control network settings and security This switch is commonly deployed in office environments, data centers, and campus networks where stable connectivity and the ability to segment traffic are important. It helps maintain smooth network operation and supports various network protocols without adding complexity.

Use Cases
The FS-348B-NFR Fortinet FortiSwitch 348B is ideal for enterprise IT environments requiring high port density and advanced network management. Its Layer 3 capabilities and flexible uplink options make it suitable for data centers, campus networks, and managed service providers focusing on scalable and segmented network architectures. How It's Used: Aggregation switch in medium to large enterprise data centers supporting virtualization and storage traffic. Core switch in campus LAN deployments handling multiple VLANs and inter-VLAN routing for segmented departments. Network backbone device for managed service providers delivering secure, multi-tenant connectivity. Edge switch in large branch offices requiring high port count with Layer 3 routing for WAN connectivity. Integration into high-availability network designs with redundant uplinks over copper and fiber via SFP slots. This switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating routing and switching functions in a single device, reducing complexity in network topologies. Its design supports scalability and robust performance, enabling organizations to maintain responsive and segmented networks as demands grow.