Fortinet transceivers, DAC & breakout cables

Yes. Every module and cable here is a genuine Fortinet-coded part (the FN-, FG- and FR- SKUs from the Fortinet price list). They carry the correct vendor coding, so FortiOS recognises them and they do not trip the unsupported-transceiver warning that third-party optics can cause.

Yes, as long as the form factor matches the port. Fortinet-coded optics are validated for FortiGate, FortiSwitch and FortiExtender. Match the module to the slot: an SFP port takes 1 GbE, SFP+ takes 10 GbE, SFP28 takes 25 GbE, QSFP+ takes 40 GbE, QSFP28 takes 100 GbE, QSFP56 takes 200 GbE and QSFP-DD takes 400 GbE.

A transceiver module is a pluggable optic that you connect with a separate fiber or copper patch lead. A direct-attach copper cable (DAC) has the transceivers permanently attached and is the cheapest option for short in-rack links. An active optical cable (AOC) is similar but uses fiber to reach further. A breakout cable splits one high-speed port into several lower-speed ports, such as a 100G QSFP28 into four 25G links.

Reach depends on the optic and the fiber. Short range (SR) runs over multimode fiber for in-building links, typically up to 100 to 500 metres. Long range (LR) runs over single-mode fiber to about 10 km. Extended range (ER) reaches roughly 40 km and ZR up to about 80 km. Copper RJ45 optics cover 30 to 80 metres, and DAC cables cover 1 to 10 metres.

No. Genuine Fortinet-coded optics and cables are supported accessories and do not affect your FortiGate or FortiSwitch warranty or FortiCare entitlement. Using unsupported third-party optics is what can complicate support, which is why we supply the genuine coded parts.

Yes. All parts are priced live in your selected currency and ship across Canada, typically within a few business days. Hardware ships within Canada; contact us for other destinations.

Yes. The catalogue covers the current Fortinet transceiver and cable range, but we can source additional parts, bulk quantities and multipacks. Send us the SKU or describe the link you need and we will quote it.

Generally yes, when the form factor and speed match the port. The same Fortinet-coded SFP+ or QSFP28, for example, is validated across FortiGate and FortiSwitch platforms. If you are building a specific link and want it confirmed, send us both ends and we will verify compatibility before you buy.