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 148F
★ 3.4 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: 260 Mpps
Ports: 48x GE RJ45 ports, 4x 10 GE SFP+ slots
PoE Budget: N/A (Standard model)
Layer: Layer 2
Stacking support: FortiLink (via FortiGate)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Seamless FortiGate integration via FortiLink, 4x 10G SFP+ uplinks, cost-effective for 48-port capacity, zero-touch deployment.
✘ Cons:Entry-level hardware lacks advanced stacking (MC-LAG), no dual/redundant PSU, full feature set requires Fortinet ecosystem lock-in.