Fortinet FortiSwitch 124G-FPOE Managed Switch
The Fortinet FortiSwitch 124G-FPOE is a high-performance managed Ethernet switch engineered for enterprise access networks requiring secure, centralized connectivity and power delivery. With 26 multi-gigabit PoE ports and 6 dedicated 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports, this managed switch provides the flexibility and power capacity needed for modern data centers and campus environments. Delivering up to 780 W of PoE power, the FortiSwitch 124G-FPOE supports power-hungry devices like access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones while maintaining enterprise-grade security and management capabilities.
Key Features
- 18 x 10/100/1000/2.5G PoE+ ports for flexible multi-gigabit connectivity
- 8 x 10/100/1000/2.5G PoE++ ports with enhanced power delivery
- 6 x 1 Gigabit / 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed backbone connectivity
- 780 W total PoE power budget for downstream device support
- Managed switch with centralized control and security policies
- Side-to-back airflow design optimized for rack-mounted deployments
- Secure access network architecture for enterprise environments
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Fortinet |
| Model |
FS-124G-FPOE |
| Part Number |
FS-124G-FPOE |
| Switch Type |
Managed Ethernet Switch |
| PoE+ Ports |
18 x 10/100/1000/2.5G |
| PoE++ Ports |
8 x 10/100/1000/2.5G |
| SFP+ Uplink Ports |
6 x 1G/10G |
| Total PoE Power |
780 W |
| Form Factor |
Rack-mountable |
| Airflow |
Side-to-back |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a managed switch and why do I need one?
A managed switch provides centralized control, VLAN support, and security policies for enterprise networks. The FortiSwitch 124G-FPOE enables administrators to monitor, configure, and secure network traffic across access points, cameras, and endpoints from a single management interface.
How much PoE power does the FortiSwitch 124G-FPOE deliver?
The FortiSwitch 124G-FPOE provides 780 W of total PoE power, distributed across 18 PoE+ ports and 8 PoE++ ports. This power budget supports multiple high-power devices such as Wi-Fi 6 access points, PTZ cameras, and industrial IoT endpoints simultaneously.
Can I use 10G SFP+ ports for uplinks to my core network?
Yes. The 6 x 1G/10G SFP+ uplink ports are designed for high-speed backbone connectivity to core switches or aggregation layers, enabling 10 Gigabit throughput for data center and campus network architectures.
Is the FortiSwitch 124G-FPOE suitable for rack-mounted data center deployments?
Yes. The managed switch features a rack-mountable form factor with side-to-back airflow optimization, making it ideal for secure, space-efficient enterprise access network installations in data centers and network closets.
