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 1048G
★ 3.3 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 2160 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: 2000 Mpps
Ports (breakdown): 48 x 1/10 GE SFP/SFP+, 6 x 40/100 GE QSFP28/QSFP+
PoE Budget: N/A
Layer (L2/L3): Layer 2/3
Stacking support: MCLAG and FortiLink logical stacking
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Massive 2.16 Tbps capacity; Seamless Fortinet Security Fabric integration; MACsec hardware encryption on all ports; Ultra-low sub-microsecond latency.
✘ Cons:High capital expenditure; Lack of port breakout support (no 4x25G) compared to predecessor; Large physical depth; High noise level (71 dBA) unsuitable for office environments.