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Silver rack-mount network switch with 24 RJ45 ports and 4 SFP slots

Fortinet

Fortinet FS-224E 24 GE RJ45 4 SFP network switch

SKU CH-Q950-5CJ3E MPN FS-224E

A managed 1 RU switch with 24 GE RJ45 and 4 SFP ports, stackable up to 300 units and controlled from a FortiGate interface

  • Switch Typemanaged
  • Format1 RU Rack Mount
  • Network Management TypeManaged
  • Primary Ports24x GE RJ45 ports and 4x GE SFP ports
  • VLAN SupportYes
  • PoENo

Series 200 Series

Model FS-224E

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  • Managed from a single FortiGate console for unified security
  • 24 Gigabit RJ45 and 4 SFP ports for flexible copper and fibre links
  • Fanless design keeps operation silent in office environments
  • Stack up to 300 switches under one FortiGate for simple growth
  • 1 RU rack-mount form factor fits standard cabinets

Secure Access Switch for Managed Networks

The Fortinet FS-224E is a managed Layer 2 and Layer 3 switch designed for small to mid-sized businesses and branch offices. It provides 24 Gigabit RJ45 ports and four Gigabit SFP ports in a single rack unit. The switch operates under FortiGate controller integration for centralised security policies and user authentication across wired and wireless connections.

Fanless Operation with Zero Acoustic Output

This unit uses a fanless thermal design, producing no audible noise during operation. Power consumption remains limited to the switching ASIC and port interfaces without active cooling components. The compact 1 RU form factor allows dense deployment in wiring closets or desktop environments where silent running is required.

Stackable Architecture for Up to 300 Units

The FS-224E supports stacking up to 300 switches per FortiGate depending on the controller model. This capability lets administrators expand port density to 48 ports per stack while maintaining a single management plane. Networks that do not require FortiGate integration or large-scale stacking should evaluate standalone alternatives.

Highlights

  • Managed from a single FortiGate console for unified security
  • 24 Gigabit RJ45 and 4 SFP ports for flexible copper and fibre links
  • Fanless design keeps operation silent in office environments
  • Stack up to 300 switches under one FortiGate for simple growth
  • 1 RU rack-mount form factor fits standard cabinets

Specifications

BrandFortinet
Series200 Series
ModelFS-224E
Part NumberFS-224E
Switch Typemanaged
Format1 RU Rack Mount
Network Management TypeManaged
Primary Ports24x GE RJ45 ports and 4x GE SFP ports
VLAN SupportYes
PoENo
StackableYes
Dimensions1.73 x 9 x 12.99 inches
Weight4.78 lbs (2.17 kg)
Shipping weight4.08 kg
Package size586 × 384 × 114 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the FS-224E in a rack and what step is often missed?

Mount the 1 RU chassis using the supplied brackets, then connect the 24 RJ45 and 4 SFP cables; the step often missed is linking the switch to a FortiGate so the FortiSwitch controller can adopt and configure it.

What maintenance or replacement will the FS-224E need over time?

The fanless design removes fan replacements; plan only for firmware updates via the FortiGate interface and eventual SFP transceiver swaps if link speeds or distances change.

What limit appears first when the FS-224E runs under sustained load?

With no PoE and a fanless thermal design, the 48 Gbps switching capacity and available uplink bandwidth on the 4 SFP ports become the first bottlenecks during prolonged high-throughput traffic.

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