Fortinet FortiSwitch M426E-FPOE
Best secure, scalable networking solution for growing businesses and branch offices.
This switch is the ultimate command center for businesses that want their network security and connectivity under one roof. By tethering directly to your firewall, it eliminates the headache of managing separate systems. You trade a bit of vendor independence for a streamlined, unified fabric that makes scaling your infrastructure remarkably simple.
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Who it's for
- IT administrators managing unified security across their entire network
- Network engineers deploying multiple PoE devices with minimal cabling
- System managers seeking streamlined, centralized control via FortiGate
Who should skip it
- Organizations prioritizing vendor flexibility over ecosystem integration
- Small business owners needing simple, standalone networking hardware
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for basic, entry-level switching
Performance breakdown
Security Integration
FortiLink creates a seamless, unified security fabric for your entire network.
Power Delivery
Robust PoE+ and UPOE support handles power-hungry devices with ease.
Switching Throughput
High-capacity 172 Gbps switching ensures zero bottlenecks for demanding data traffic.
Management Versatility
Centralized control simplifies complex deployments across distributed branch locations.
Scalability
Stacking up to 300 switches allows for massive, future-proof network expansion.
Build Quality
Durable metal chassis designed for reliable, long-term rack-mounted operation.
Key Specs
Total Network Interfaces
30
Port Types
RJ-45 Ethernet, SFP+
PoE Ports
24 (16x 802.3af/at, 8x 802.3af/at/UPOE)
PoE Power Budget
420 W
Switching Capacity
172 Gbps
Forwarding Rate
255 Mpps
MAC Address Table Size
16 K
Network Latency
< 1µs
VLANs Supported
4 K
Link Aggregation Group Size
8
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