48-port Gigabit access switch with four 10GE SFP+ uplinks, data only (no PoE), in a 1RU rack-mount chassis. FortiLink-managed by any FortiGate so wired access, wireless and security share one console. Built for high-density campus wiring closets, with optional redundant AC power and a limited lifetime warranty.
The configurations most customers buy: the switch on its own, or with FortiCare support. The complete catalog is further down.
Item | SKU | Price | ||
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 | FS-448E | List price:CAD$3,896.15 Our Price:CAD$2,652.70 |
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 | FC-10-S448N-247-02-12 | List price:CAD$343.43 Our Price:CAD$276.96 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-247-02-36 | List price:CAD$1,030.30 Our Price:CAD$830.89 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-247-02-60 | List price:CAD$1,717.17 Our Price:CAD$1,384.81 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-284-02-12 | List price:CAD$515.15 Our Price:CAD$415.44 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-284-02-36 | List price:CAD$1,545.45 Our Price:CAD$1,246.32 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-284-02-60 | List price:CAD$2,575.75 Our Price:CAD$2,055.12 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-204-02-12 | List price:CAD$171.72 Our Price:CAD$160.98 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-204-02-36 | List price:CAD$515.15 Our Price:CAD$415.44 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-204-02-60 | List price:CAD$858.58 Our Price:CAD$692.40 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-314-02-12 | List price:CAD$171.72 Our Price:CAD$160.98 |
The FortiSwitch 448E is a 48-port Gigabit access switch with four 10GE SFP+ uplinks, built for high-density wiring closets where Power over Ethernet is not required. It offers 48 GbE RJ45 access ports plus four 10GE SFP+ fiber uplinks and 176 Gbps of switching capacity, in a 1RU rack-mount chassis with optional redundant AC power. With no PoE output, it is the cost-efficient choice for desktops, laptops and self-powered devices at scale. Managed over FortiLink from any FortiGate, it folds wired access into the Security Fabric - one console for switching, Wi-Fi and security, with no separate controller. It also runs standalone. Need to power APs, phones or cameras? Step up to the PoE+ 448E-POE (421 W) or the 448E-FPOE (772 W).
A quick guide to choosing the right FortiSwitch access switch.
| Total network interfaces | 48x GE RJ45 + 4x 10GE SFP+ |
| PoE ports | 0 (data only) |
| PoE power budget | — |
| Switching capacity (duplex) | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding rate | 262 Mpps |
| MAC address table | 32,000 |
| Switching | Layer 2/3 (FortiSwitchOS) |
| Management | FortiLink from any FortiGate, or standalone |
| Uplinks | 4x 10GE SFP+ (compatible with 1 GE SFP) |
| Form factor | 1RU rack mount |
| Dimensions | 44 x 310 x 440 mm (1.75 x 12.2 x 17.3 in), 4.16 kg |
| Power | Internal AC PSU (100-240V), optional redundant AC |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime |
| Security Fabric | Integrated - wired NAC, segmentation, one-console policy |
Source: official Fortinet FortiSwitch Secure Campus Series datasheet (448E column).
Download the full datasheetAll 448E models share the same 48-port / 176 Gbps platform with four 10GE SFP+ uplinks. They differ by Power over Ethernet: the data-only 448E has no PoE output, the 448E-POE powers 48 ports at a 421 W budget, and the 448E-FPOE raises the PoE+ budget to 772 W.
The 448E is the 48-port, data-only member of the 400-series Campus access line. The 424E is the 24-port version of the same platform, and the 448E-POE adds 421 W of PoE+ across all 48 ports. Same FortiSwitchOS and FortiLink management across the range.
Every available SKU for the FS-448E: switch hardware, FortiCare support and RMA services. In stock, brand new; licensing delivered electronically worldwide.
Item | SKU | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| | FS-448E | List price:CAD$3,896.15 Our Price:CAD$2,652.70 |
Item | SKU | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| | FC-10-S448N-247-02-12 | List price:CAD$343.43 Our Price:CAD$276.96 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-247-02-36 | List price:CAD$1,030.30 Our Price:CAD$830.89 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-247-02-60 | List price:CAD$1,717.17 Our Price:CAD$1,384.81 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-284-02-12 | List price:CAD$515.15 Our Price:CAD$415.44 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-284-02-36 | List price:CAD$1,545.45 Our Price:CAD$1,246.32 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-284-02-60 | List price:CAD$2,575.75 Our Price:CAD$2,055.12 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-204-02-12 | List price:CAD$171.72 Our Price:CAD$160.98 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-204-02-36 | List price:CAD$515.15 Our Price:CAD$415.44 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-204-02-60 | List price:CAD$858.58 Our Price:CAD$692.40 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-314-02-12 | List price:CAD$171.72 Our Price:CAD$160.98 |
Item | SKU | Price | ||
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 | FC-10-S448N-210-02-12 | List price:CAD$357.45 Our Price:CAD$288.26 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-210-02-36 | List price:CAD$1,072.34 Our Price:CAD$864.79 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-210-02-60 | List price:CAD$1,787.23 Our Price:CAD$1,441.30 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-211-02-12 | List price:CAD$500.42 Our Price:CAD$403.57 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-211-02-36 | List price:CAD$1,501.27 Our Price:CAD$1,210.69 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-211-02-60 | List price:CAD$2,502.12 Our Price:CAD$1,996.37 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-212-02-12 | List price:CAD$755.55 Our Price:CAD$609.32 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-212-02-36 | List price:CAD$2,266.66 Our Price:CAD$1,808.50 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-212-02-60 | List price:CAD$3,777.76 Our Price:CAD$3,014.18 | ||
| | FC-10-S448N-301-02-12 | List price:CAD$257.57 Our Price:CAD$207.72 |
10GE SFP+ uplink transceivers and direct-attach cables for the four fiber ports.
Yes – the 448E is a current-generation FortiSwitch access switch, actively sold and supported. Fortinet has published a future end-of-order date, so it remains fully available now with long-term FortiCare support and renewal.
No. The 448E is a data-only switch with no Power over Ethernet output – the cost-efficient choice for high-density desktops and self-powered devices. If you need to power access points, IP phones or cameras, choose the 448E-POE (421 W) or 448E-FPOE (772 W).
Over FortiLink from any FortiGate firewall, so switching, Wi-Fi and security are managed in one console with no separate controller. It can also run standalone.
Four 10GE SFP+ ports for fast, non-blocking fiber or DAC links back to the core or a FortiGate, alongside the 48 Gigabit access ports.
Yes. Hardware ships free and is usually dispatched the same or next business day from stock. FortiCare is delivered electronically, worldwide. We are an authorized Fortinet Select Partner.
