✔ Pros:Full 2.5G multi-gigabit support on all 24 access ports; robust 60Gbps uplink capacity via 6x 10G SFP+ ports; fanless design for silent operation; native FortiLink integration for centralized management via FortiGate.
✘ Cons:Non-PoE model (requires FPOE variant for power); advanced L3 features like OSPF/BGP require a separate license; lacks hardware-based MC-LAG support found in higher-tier models.
Est. Price:
$1,130 - $1,504
Compare Against
Juniper Networks QFX5120-48Y
★ 3.0 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 4 Tbps
Forwarding Rate: 2 Bpps
Ports: 48 x 10/25GbE SFP28 and 8 x 40/100GbE QSFP28
PoE Budget: N/A
Layer: L2/L3
Stacking support: Virtual Chassis (up to 2 members), EVPN-VXLAN
Curation Review
✔ Pros:High density 25GbE/100GbE ports, extremely low latency, full EVPN-VXLAN support, Junos OS reliability and automation features.
✘ Cons:High entry cost, requires advanced licensing for full L3/EVPN functionality, steep learning curve for those unfamiliar with Junos CLI.