Stacking support: No (Redundant Power via USP-RPS)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:High-speed 2.5G connectivity ideal for Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 access points; Dual 10G SFP+ uplinks prevent core network bottlenecks; Integrated Layer 3 routing features for improved network efficiency; 1.3 inch LCM color touchscreen with AR port management
✘ Cons:Lacks PoE++ (802.3bt) support for high-power devices; Only half of the RJ45 ports (12/24) support 2.5G speeds; Active cooling fans may be audible in silent office environments; Higher price point compared to standard Gigabit PoE switches
Est. Price:
$799 - $849
Compare Against
Fortinet FortiSwitch 148G
★ 3.6 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 360 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: 267.8 Mpps
Ports: 48x 2.5G RJ45, 6x 10G SFP+
PoE Budget: 780W (FPOE model)
Layer: L2/L3
Stacking support: FortiLink (Virtual Stacking)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Features 12x 2.5G Multi-Gigabit ports to support Wi-Fi 7 access points; Upgraded to 6x 10G SFP+ uplinks for better stacking and backbone throughput; Native integration with Fortinet Security Fabric via FortiLink; High performance with 392 Mpps forwarding rate.
✘ Cons:Only 12 of the 48 access ports support 2.5G speeds; Advanced security and management features require a FortiGate firewall; Higher power draw and price for the Full PoE (FPOE) variant.