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Fortinet 108E-POE 8x GE 4 PoE+ 2 SFP Layer 2 Switch

Name: Fortinet 108E-POE 8x GE 4 PoE+ 2 SFP Layer 2 Switch
Brand: Fortinet
SKU: FS-108E-POE

MPN: FS-108E-POE·By: Fortinet

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Product overview

The Fortinet FortiSwitch 108E-POE is a managed Layer 2 Ethernet switch from the FortiSwitch Secure Access 100 Series, designed for SMB environments. It features 4 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ RJ-45 ports with a 65W budget, 4 x 10/100/1000 RJ-45 ports, 2 x Gigabit SFP uplinks, and 1 x RJ-45 console port. Performance includes 20 Gbps switching capacity (full duplex), 14.88 Mpps forwarding rate (30 Mpps duplex), 4 µs latency, 8K MAC address table, and support for 4000 VLANs with 8 link aggregation groups (LACP). Management is streamlined via FortiLink auto-discovery and FortiGate switch controller compatibility, plus protocols like SNMP v1/v2c/v3, SSH, and CLI. Fanless rack-mountable 1U design (13 x 8.2 x 1.7 in) operates at 5.19W with 256 MB RAM and 32 MB flash. Ideal for branch offices and desktops powering IP phones, cameras via PoE+ while integrating into Fortinet Security Fabric for secure, centralized control.

Featuring

Manufacturer part #	FS-108E-POE
Brand	Fortinet
Condition	New
MTBF	>10 years
Model	FortiSwitch 108E-POE
Latency	4 µs
Status LEDs	Power; Alarm; Link/Activity
Product Line	FortiSwitch Secure Access 100 Series
Product Type	Managed Layer 2 Ethernet Switch
VLAN Support	4000 VLANs
Ethernet Speed	Gigabit Ethernet; 10/100/1000 Mbps
Forwarding Rate	14.88 Mpps; 30 Mpps duplex
Link Aggregation	8 groups; LACP support
MAC Address Table	8K entries
Switching Capacity	20 Gbps full duplex
Jumbo Frame Support	Yes
Power Over Ethernet	PoE+; 65 W budget
Management Interface	FortiLink auto-discovery; FortiGate switch controller compatible
Compliance Certifications	UL; VCCI; BSMI; CB; FCC; RoHS2; RCM; CE
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP v1/v2c/v3; Telnet; HTTP; HTTPS; TFTP; SSH; CLI

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions	Width: 13 in; Depth: 8.2 in; Height: 1.7 in
Form Factor	Rack-mountable 1U; Fanless

Storage

RAM	256 MB DDR3 SDRAM
Flash Memory	32 MB

Environmental

Storage Temperature	-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Operating Temperature	32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Humidity Range Operating	10-90% non-condensing

Interface/Ports

Network Ports	4 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ RJ-45; 4 x 10/100/1000 RJ-45; 2 x Gigabit SFP; 1 x RJ-45 console

Power Consumption

Voltage Input	AC 120/230 V 50/60 Hz
Power Supplies	Internal fixed power supply
Power Consumption Operational	5.19 Watt

Compatible systems

Managed via FortiGate FortiLink protocol; no specific server/OS compatibility listed

Best for

Branch Offices
Provides secure Layer 2 switching with FortiLink integration to FortiGate for centralized management, supporting 4000 VLANs and 20 Gbps capacity in remote sites.
Desktop Environments
Fanless design suits quiet office closets; 4 PoE+ ports power devices like VoIP phones with 65W budget and low 4 µs latency.
IP Surveillance
65W PoE+ budget supports cameras; 8K MAC table and link aggregation ensure reliable video feeds with 14.88 Mpps forwarding.
SMB Access Layer
Rack-mountable 1U with 2 SFP uplinks connects to core networks; Jumbo frames and STP protocols enhance converged traffic handling.

Frequently asked questions

What ports does the FortiSwitch 108E-POE have?

It includes 4 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ RJ-45 ports (65W budget), 4 x 10/100/1000 RJ-45 ports, 2 x Gigabit SFP uplinks, and 1 x RJ-45 console port. This mix supports powering PoE devices while providing Gigabit copper and fiber connectivity for SMB access layer needs.

What is the switching performance?

Switching capacity is 20 Gbps full duplex, with 14.88 Mpps forwarding rate (30 Mpps duplex), 4 µs latency, 8K MAC address table, Jumbo frames, and support for 4000 VLANs plus 8 LACP groups. Ideal for non-blocking Gigabit traffic in branch offices.

How is it managed?

Via FortiLink auto-discovery for FortiGate integration, plus SNMP v1/v2c/v3, SSH, CLI, HTTP/HTTPS, Telnet, and TFTP. It extends FortiGate security fabric for centralized control, NAC, and port isolation without standalone management overhead.

What PoE capabilities does it offer?

PoE+ on 4 ports with 65W total budget (up to 30W per port), internal fixed supply at AC 120/230V 50/60Hz, operational consumption 5.19W. Suits powering 4-8 low-power devices like phones or cameras in desktop setups.

What are the physical specs and environment ratings?

Rack-mountable 1U fanless (13 x 8.2 x 1.7 in), operates 0-40°C (32-104°F), 10-90% humidity non-condensing, MTBF >10 years. Complies with UL, FCC, CE, RoHS2 for reliable deployment in offices.

Is it suitable for Fortinet Security Fabric?

Yes, FortiLink makes it a seamless extension of FortiGate, enabling unified policies, zero-touch provisioning, and device isolation. Supports Layer 2 features like STP and 802.1x for secure access in Fabric-integrated networks.

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