✔ 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
Fortinet FortiSwitch 3032G
★ 3.2 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 6.4 Tbps
Forwarding Rate: 4,000 Mpps
Ports: 32 x 100 GE/40 GE QSFP28, 2 x 10 GE SFP+
PoE Budget: N/A
Layer: L3
Stacking support: MC-LAG
Curation Review
✔ Pros:High-density 100G throughput in a compact 1RU chassis; Ultra-low sub-microsecond latency (< 1 µs) for high-performance computing; Seamless management and security integration with FortiGate via FortiLink; High availability with dual hot-swappable power supplies and MCLAG support; Includes advanced L3 routing and NAC features without extra licensing.
✘ Cons:High market price point; Optimized for the Fortinet Security Fabric, which may lead to vendor lock-in; High operational noise level (~71 dBA) unsuitable for office environments; Overkill for most enterprise branch or standard campus needs.