Industrial-Grade Connectivity for Harsh Environments
The Fortinet FortiSwitch Rugged 108F (FSR-108F) is a high-performance Layer 2 managed Ethernet switch engineered specifically for Operational Technology (OT) and harsh industrial environments. Built to withstand extreme temperature fluctuations, electrical interference, and physical stress, this ruggedized solution ensures mission-critical connectivity where standard commercial switches fail.
As a key component of the Fortinet Security Fabric, the FSR-108F can be managed directly via FortiLink from a FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall. This integration converges networking and security, providing centralized visibility, granular control, and automated policy enforcement across the entire network edge.
Key Benefits & Features
- Ruggedized Hardware Design: Features an IP40-rated metal enclosure with a fanless, passive cooling system. It operates reliably in temperatures ranging from -40°C to 75°C, making it ideal for outdoor cabinets and industrial floors.
- High-Speed Performance: Delivers 16 Gbps switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 23.8 Mpps with ultra-low latency (< 1 µs), ensuring real-time data transmission for time-sensitive industrial protocols.
- Versatile Connectivity: Equipped with six Gigabit RJ45 ports and two Gigabit SFP uplink slots, allowing for flexible copper and fiber deployments over long distances.
- Zero-Touch Management: Supports FortiLink for auto-discovery and one-touch configuration via FortiGate, reducing deployment complexity and operational costs.
- Industrial Redundancy: Supports advanced redundancy protocols including HSR (High-availability Seamless Redundancy), PRP (Parallel Redundancy Protocol), and redundant DC power inputs to maximize uptime.
- Power Substation Compliance: Meets strict IEEE 1613 and IEC 61850-3 standards for utility substation environments.
Ideal Use Cases
- Industrial Automation: Connecting PLCs, HMIs, and sensors in manufacturing plants.
- Power & Utilities: Reliable networking for electrical substations and energy distribution grids.
- Intelligent Transportation Systems: Roadside traffic control, railway signaling, and surveillance.
- Outdoor Surveillance: Backhauling IP camera data from remote locations exposed to weather elements.
Secure Your Industrial Edge
Enhance your network resilience with the Fortinet FortiSwitch Rugged 108F. Designed for durability and integrated security, it is the optimal choice for converging IT and OT networks. Order today to future-proof your critical infrastructure.
