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Fortinet FortiSwitch 148F 48-port managed gigabit Ethernet switch front view
Fortinet FS-148F
48 Ports
GE RJ45 access
176 Gbps
Switching capacity
4×10GE SFP+
Uplink bandwidth
0dB Fan
Fanless, silent
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🔒 Full Warranty
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Key Specifications
ModelFS-148F
GE RJ45 Ports48 × GE RJ45
10GE SFP+ Ports4 × 10GE SFP+
Switching Capacity176 Gbps
Forwarding Rate131 Mpps
MAC Address Table32,768
VLANs Supported4,094
PoE BudgetNone (non-PoE model)
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FortinetSKU: FS-148F

Fortinet FortiSwitch 148F 48-Port Managed GE Switch

48-Port Fanless Access Switch with 10GE SFP+ Uplinks — FortiLink Managed

The FortiSwitch 148F provides 48 × GE RJ45 access ports and 4 × 10GE SFP+ uplinks in a fanless, silent chassis — ideal for high-density floor or IDF deployments requiring robust managed switching with FortiLink integration.

  • 48 × GE RJ45 access ports
  • 4 × 10GE SFP+ uplink ports
  • 176 Gbps switching capacity
  • 131 Mpps forwarding rate
  • Completely fanless — silent operation
  • FortiLink management from FortiGate
  • VLAN, QoS, IGMP, RSTP/MSTP

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Key Features

Everything you need in one device

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48 Access Ports

48 × GE RJ45 ports deliver high-density access layer connectivity for offices, classrooms, and open-plan floors.

10GE SFP+ Uplinks

4 × 10GE SFP+ uplink ports provide high-bandwidth connection to distribution switches or FortiGate firewalls.

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FortiLink Integration

Managed natively through FortiGate via FortiLink — seamless, unified management without separate switch controllers.

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Fanless Silent

No fans, no noise — suitable for open-plan offices, classrooms, libraries, and any environment requiring quiet operation.

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176 Gbps Non-Blocking

Non-blocking switching fabric ensures zero congestion across all 48 access ports and 4 uplinks simultaneously.

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802.1X Authentication

Port-based 802.1X authentication with FortiAuthenticator integration for network access control.

About the FortiSwitch FS-148F

The FortiSwitch 148F is a high-density 48-port managed GE access switch with 4 × 10GE SFP+ uplinks, designed for medium and large office floors, IDF closets, and campus access layer deployments. Its completely fanless design sets it apart — providing silent operation even in noise-sensitive environments like open-plan offices and libraries.

FortiLink management allows the FS-148F to be provisioned and managed directly from any FortiGate firewall, enabling administrators to configure VLANs, QoS policies, and access control from a unified FortiOS interface. This eliminates the need for separate switch management software and reduces operational complexity.

Technical Specifications

ModelFS-148F
GE RJ45 Ports48 × GE RJ45
10GE SFP+ Ports4 × 10GE SFP+
Switching Capacity176 Gbps
Forwarding Rate131 Mpps
MAC Address Table32,768
VLANs Supported4,094
PoE BudgetNone (non-PoE model)
Form Factor1U rack-mount, fanless
Power Consumption60W max
ManagementFortiLink, CLI, Web UI, SNMP
Operating Temp0°C to 45°C
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Use Cases

Ideal for a wide range of deployments

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Office Floor

Connects 48 workstations, VoIP phones, and IP cameras from a single silent rack-mount switch.

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Classroom

High-density student and staff connectivity with VLAN segregation and 802.1X port authentication.

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Healthcare Ward

Silent fanless design is essential for clinical environments — connecting medical devices, nurse stations, and patient monitors.

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AP Aggregation

Aggregates 48 wireless access points or uplinks them at 10GE for high-density Wi-Fi deployments.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is there a PoE version of the FortiSwitch 148F?

Yes. The FS-148F-FPOE provides full PoE+ on all 48 access ports with a 740W PoE budget for powering access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones.

Q. How is the FortiSwitch 148F managed?

Via FortiLink from a FortiGate firewall, or standalone via CLI, web UI, or SNMP.

Q. Can I buy the FortiSwitch 148F from Servnet?

Yes. Contact sales@servnetuk.com or call 0800 987 4111 for competitive UK pricing.

Why Servnet

Why buy from Servnet?

Trusted UK IT partner since 2003 — supplying businesses of all sizes with genuine, competitively priced technology.

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UK Partner

Servnet is an IT partner with direct access to leading product lines at competitive pricing.

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Expert Pre-Sales Advice

Our engineers will help you select the right product and advise on compatibility with your existing infrastructure.

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Fast UK Delivery

Most products ship from UK stock. Express delivery available for urgent deployments.

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Genuine, Warranted Kit

All products are genuine, brand-new, with full manufacturer warranty and RMA support.

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Configuration Services

We can pre-configure your hardware before shipping — reducing on-site deployment time and cost.

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Expert UK Support

Post-sale support from our certified UK engineers (Mon–Fri 09:00–17:30). We're here if anything goes wrong.

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