FortiSwitch by Fortinet is a comprehensive Layer 2/3 Ethernet switching platform that converges networking and security capabilities. Available in multiple series including Secure Access, Data Center, and Rugged models, it supports various port speeds (1GE, 10GE, 25GE, 40GE, 100GE) with RJ45 and SFP/SFP+/SFP28/QSFP+ interfaces. The solution integrates with FortiGate Next-Generation Firewalls, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer through FortiLink protocol as part of the Fortinet Security Fabric, enabling unified security policy enforcement and centralized management. FortiSwitch can be managed standalone, through FortiOS, or via cloud platforms including FortiGate Cloud and FortiLAN Cloud. The platform features zero-touch deployment capabilities, configuration management, reporting, and analytics functionalities, scaling from small deployments to thousands of devices across multiple sites. Ruggedized variants feature dual power supplies with heat sinks, redundant power systems, and DIN rail mounting for industrial environments.
