Interfaces: 10x GE RJ45, 4x GE SFP, 8x 5GE RJ45, 8x 10GE SFP+
Form Factor: 1 RU Rack Mount
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Exceptional throughput for its class powered by the SP5 (NP7Lite) processor; high port density including 10G SFP+ and 2.5G Multi-Gig; integrated redundant power supplies.
✘ Cons:Significant recurring costs for FortiGuard security subscriptions; high initial hardware investment; non-field-replaceable components (fans/PSUs) in this specific chassis.
✔ Pros:High 5 Gbps IDS/IPS throughput; Dual 3.5" HDD bays with RAID 1 support for surveillance; Supports 2,000+ clients and 200+ UniFi devices; No subscription fees for security updates or software; Integrated 128GB SSD for enhanced application performance.
✘ Cons:Internal 8-port switch lacks PoE support; Only two SFP+ ports (one often used for WAN); Lacks native 10G RJ45 ports; Requires Ubiquiti SSO account for initial setup.