FortiSwitch 648F
Fortinet
Security, Performance, and Manageability
The Fortinet FortiSwitch-648F is a Layer 2/3 switch compatible with FortiGate controllers, equipped with a mix of 32x 2.5G RJ45 and 16x 5G RJ45 ports, 8x 25G SFP28 ports, and MACSec security, designed for diversified high-speed connectivity and enhanced network security. Mixed-Speed Connectivity: Offers a combination of 32x 2.5G and 16x 5G RJ45 ports for varied network needs. High-Speed Uplinks: 8x 25G SFP28 ports provide exceptional uplink speeds and bandwidth for critical connections. MACSec Security: Provides strong security features to safeguard network data across Ethernet interfaces. Layer 2/3 Flexibility: Supports complex routing and switching for optimized traffic management. Extensive Port Range: Suitable for large-scale deployments needing a variety of connection speeds. FortiSwitch Secure Access Switches The FortiSwitch campus family offers an unparalleled combination of security, performance, and manageability, making it the ideal choice for the enterprise campus that prioritize safeguarding against threats. As campus network design continues to adapt to emerging technologies and evolving business requirements, the FortiSwitch enterprise campus switching architecture empowers network administrators with enhanced visibility, control, and manageability. The platform’s scalability, agility, and ease of management contribute to a highly secure environment, providing a robust foundation for any sized campus. Secure Networking through FortiLink FortiLink is an innovative proprietary management protocol that enables seamless integration and management between a FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall and the FortiSwitch Ethernet switching platform. By using FortiLink, the FortiSwitch becomes a logical extension of the FortiGate, allowing for centralized management of both network security and access layer functions through a single interface. Highlights Standalone or Integrated FortiLink deployment option On premise and cloudbased management options Zero-touch deployment Entry level network access control at no cost Role and device-based access control and policy enforcement Dynamic segmentation and Micro Segmentation Secure access service edge (SASE) support Up to 48 access ports in a compact 1 RU form factor Stacking up to 300 switches per FortiGate Wire-speed switching with up to 40GE uplinks Native Entry-Level Network Access Control at No Cost FortiLink integration enables basic Network Access Control (NAC) functionality to profile and securely onboard devices as they connect. FortiLink NAC offers visibility, automated segmentation, and microsegmentation of IoT devices, quarantine if compromised, and virtual patching to help protect against threats. Dynamic Segmentation and Policy Enforcement Implementing dynamic port-level security in a large campus Ethernet switching environment traditionally requires hands-on effort and ongoing maintenance. FortiSwitch campus switching architecture automates dynamic segmentation through FortiLink, empowering IT administrators to control traffic within segments, limiting the scope of threats. The automation of segmentation makes making policy enforcement easier and more efficient, while NGFWlevel policies ensure granular control and zero-trust access for users and devices.