Name: FS-548D Fortinet 500 Series 48x10Gb SFP+ 2x40Gb QSFP+ Switch
Brand: Fortinet
SKU: FS-548D
Price: 1310.69 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The FS-548D Fortinet 500 series switch offers 48 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports alongside 2 QSFP+ ports supporting 40-Gigabit connectivity, targeting high-density fiber optic networking environments typical in data centers and enterprise infrastructures.

General Information
Brand	Fortinet
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch, Stackable Switch, Gigabit Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	1G,10G,40G
UpLink Ports	4 x 10G SFP+, 2 x 40G QSFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	336 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	656,250,000 pps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4096
Stackable	Optional
Layer Support	Layer 3 Lite
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP+,QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI,CLI,SSH,SNMP,FortiLink
Security Features	802.1X,ACLs,MAC Filtering,Storm Control
Management Type	Managed
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,HTTP,Telnet,SNMP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Redundant hot-swappable fans

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The FS-548D Fortinet 500 series switch is a high-density networking device equipped with 48 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports and 2 Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus (QSFP+) 40 Gigabit ports. It provides fiber connectivity options suitable for large-scale data center or enterprise campus networks that demand substantial bandwidth and port density. This switch model is generally deployed where aggregation and high-speed uplinks are critical, benefiting network administrators and IT professionals managing complex infrastructure with fiber-based links. Key Features 48 SFP+ ports supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet fiber connections 2 QSFP+ ports capable of 40 Gigabit uplink or stacking connections Supports high port density in a compact form factor Ideal for fiber-centric network architectures Part of the Fortinet 500 series switches designed for performance-focused deployments The FS-548D provides a robust platform for network aggregation, facilitating scalable and flexible connectivity options. Its combination of numerous 10Gb ports alongside 40Gb uplinks allows for efficient traffic management and network segmentation in demanding environments.

Use Cases
The FS-548D switch is typically used in data centers and enterprise networks requiring extensive fiber connectivity and high port density. It supports workloads with high bandwidth demands and facilitates uplink aggregation or stacking using its QSFP+ ports. How It's Used: Aggregating multiple 10Gb fiber links in large-scale network environments Providing uplink connections to core switches or routers via 40Gb QSFP+ ports Enabling stacking configurations for simplified management and scalability Deploying in enterprise campus networks with fiber backbone infrastructure Serving as an access or distribution layer switch in fiber-based topologies This switch plays a key role in connecting high-speed fiber links and supporting network scalability through its uplink and stacking capabilities. It fits operational needs where port density and fiber connectivity are primary considerations.

FAQ's
What type of ports does the FS-548D offer? The FS-548D provides 48 SFP+ ports supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 2 QSFP+ ports supporting 40 Gigabit Ethernet for uplinks or stacking. Can the QSFP+ ports be used for stacking? Yes, the 2 QSFP+ ports on the FS-548D support stacking configurations as well as 40 Gigabit uplinks, depending on deployment needs. Is the FS-548D suitable for data center environments? Yes, with its 48 10Gb SFP+ ports and 2 40Gb QSFP+ ports, the FS-548D is designed for high-density fiber connectivity common in data centers. What is the function of the SFP+ ports? The 48 SFP+ ports support 10 Gigabit Ethernet fiber connections, providing high-speed network access links or uplinks. Which series does the FS-548D belong to? The FS-548D is part of the Fortinet 500 series switches, which are designed to deliver fiber-focused network connectivity. Does the FS-548D support copper ports? The FS-548D model includes only fiber-based SFP+ and QSFP+ ports and does not provide copper Ethernet ports.