The Fortinet FortiSwitch 108E-FPOE is an enterprise-grade managed Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for secure access deployments in branch offices, education campuses, and retail environments. It features 8 Gigabit RJ-45 ports with PoE+ capability (130W total budget), 2 Gigabit SFP uplink ports, and 20Gbps non-blocking switching capacity with 14.88 Mpps forwarding rate. The switch integrates seamlessly with Fortinet Security Fabric via FortiLink, enabling unified management, policy enforcement, and threat protection at the network edge. Built-in security features include 802.1X authentication, MAC-based access control (MAB), DHCP snooping, and automated device detection. The 1U rack-mountable form factor supports stackable deployments up to 300 switches per FortiGate, making it ideal for converged voice, data, and wireless networks requiring centralized security management and high availability.
130W PoE+ budget across 8 Gigabit ports.
20Gbps non-blocking switching capacity.
FortiGate integration via FortiLink protocol.
802.1X, MAB, and DHCP snooping security.
Stackable up to 300 switches per FortiGate.
1U rack-mountable with fanless operation.
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Featuring
Manufacturer part #
FS-108E-FPOE
Brand
Fortinet
Condition
New
Model
FortiSwitch 108E-FPOE
Subtype
Gigabit Ethernet
PoE Budget
130W total (FS-108E-FPOE model)
Device Type
Switch - 8 ports - managed
Product Line
FortiSwitch Secure Access Series
Product Type
Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Stackability
Up to 300 switches per FortiGate
PoE Capability
PoE+
Network Protocols
Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), Link Aggregation, Guest VLAN, VLAN Tagging, STP, Spanning Tree Protocol
The FS-108E-FPOE integrates seamlessly with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls via FortiLink protocol for centralized management and security policy enforcement. It is compatible with other FortiSwitch 100 Series models in stackable deployments. The switch requires standard AC power (120/230V) and 19-inch rack mounting infrastructure. Optional SFP transceivers and console cables enhance deployment flexibility. All PoE+ endpoints (IP phones, cameras, wireless APs) are natively supported with 130W power budget.
Fortinet FortiGate
Model: All FortiGate models with FortiLink support
Form factor: Centralized management via FortiGate
Generation: Current and recent generations
Integrates via FortiLink protocol; stackable up to 300 switches per FortiGate; requires FortiGate with switch controller capability
Fortinet FortiSwitch Secure Access Series
Model: 100 Series (108E-FPOE, 108E-POE, 116E-FPOE, etc.)
Form factor: Stackable managed switches
Generation: Current
Compatible with other FortiSwitch 100 Series models in same stack; supports up to 300 switches per FortiGate
Best for
Branch Office Networking
Secure access switch for SD-Branch deployments with integrated FortiGate management, supporting IP phones, surveillance cameras, and wireless access points over PoE+ with centralized policy enforcement.
Education Campus
Wiring closet and desktop switch for converged campus networks delivering voice, data, and wireless traffic with user authentication and device identification prior to network access.
Retail Environment
Point-of-sale and access point deployment with PoE+ power delivery, network segmentation, and threat isolation capabilities for retail security and manageability.
Wireless Access Point Aggregation
Compact 1U switch supporting up to 8 PoE+ powered access points with 130W budget, enabling dense wireless deployments in small-to-medium facilities.
IP Surveillance
Network switch for IP camera deployments with PoE+ power delivery, VLAN segmentation, and integrated security controls for video traffic isolation and access management.
Converged Voice/Data/Video
Multi-service switch supporting simultaneous delivery of VoIP phones, data terminals, and video endpoints with QoS, VLAN tagging, and link aggregation for network reliability.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum PoE+ power budget and how many devices can it support?
The FS-108E-FPOE provides 130W total PoE+ budget distributed across 8 Gigabit RJ-45 ports, supporting simultaneous power delivery to up to 8 high-power devices such as IP cameras, wireless access points, or VoIP phones. Each port can deliver up to 30W per IEEE 802.3at PoE+ standard, enabling deployment of power-hungry endpoints without separate power infrastructure.
How does the switch integrate with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls?
The FS-108E-FPOE integrates via FortiLink protocol, enabling unified management from the FortiGate interface. This allows centralized policy enforcement, automated device detection, 802.1X authentication, and threat isolation at the network edge. Multiple switches stack up to 300 units per FortiGate, creating scalable secure access fabrics with consistent threat protection across wired and wireless networks.
What switching performance does the 108E-FPOE deliver?
The switch provides 20Gbps full-duplex switching capacity with 14.88 Mpps packet forwarding rate and 4 microsecond latency. This non-blocking architecture ensures wire-speed performance across all 8 Gigabit ports simultaneously, supporting latency-sensitive applications like VoIP and real-time video without performance degradation or packet loss.
What security features are built into the switch?
Enterprise-grade security includes 802.1X user authentication, MAC-based access control (MAB), DHCP and IP address snooping, automated device detection, comprehensive black/whitelisting, and host quarantine capabilities. Storm control, STP BPDU guard, and link aggregation provide network resilience and protection against broadcast storms and spanning tree attacks.
Is the switch suitable for small office or wiring closet deployments?
Yes, the 1U rack-mountable form factor (13" W × 8.2" D × 1.7" H) fits standard 19-inch racks in wiring closets and small offices. Fanless operation ensures silent, maintenance-free deployment. The 8-port configuration with 2 SFP uplinks provides sufficient capacity for small-to-medium branch offices, retail locations, or education facilities requiring managed switching with integrated security.
What redundancy and high availability features does the switch support?
The FS-108E-FPOE supports advanced redundancy including high availability clustering, link aggregation control protocol (LACP), and active-active split LAG between FortiGate and FortiSwitches. Firmware provisioning and dynamic port profiles maximize uptime. The switch supports 4000 VLANs for flexible network segmentation and guest VLAN isolation.
What are the environmental operating conditions and reliability metrics?
Operating temperature range: 32–104°F (0–40°C); storage: -40–158°F (-40–70°C); humidity: 10–90% non-condensing. Mean time between failures exceeds 10 years. Power consumption is only 5.19W operational, minimizing cooling requirements. Compliant with UL, FCC, RoHS2, and CB standards for global deployment.
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