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Overview

Features & Benefits

Models & Specs

Resources

Overview

FortiSwitch Chassis: Next-Generation hardware. Strong pedigree. Proven solution.

The FortiSwitch‑AX9000G is a modular chassis switch built for data centers, enterprise core, and campus locations seeking scalable, high‑performance connectivity with simplified operations. Managed through FortiSwitchNMS, with planned integration into the Fortinet Security Fabric through FortiLink, it is the newest in a line of Ethernet chassis deployed in some of the largest networks in Japan.

Features & Benefits

Key FortiSwitch Chassis features

Resilient architecture

Redundant power, cooling, and supervisory modules enable the AX9000G to offer resilancy in demanding environments such as the data center and campus core.
New hardware based on proven technology

The AX9000G is the latest hardware in a long line of Ethernet chassis developed and running in some of the largest networks in Japan.
Flexible deployment and use cases

With several line card options, the AX9000G can support data center, enterprise core, and campus edge applications including PoE.

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FortiSwitch NMS simplifies ethernet network management for the modern enterprise

FortiSwitch NMS is a comprehensive Ethernet network management solution outside the Fortinet Security Fabric, which simplifies and enhances the management of complex, multi-vendor networks. It empowers IT teams to streamline operations, reduce deployment and configuration time, and ensure optimal network performance.

Centralized management

FortiSwitch NMS streamlines network operations with centralized management for non-FortiLink enabled FortiSwitch, FortiSwitch-AX, and multi-vendor SNMP-enabled devices.
Simplified deployment and configuration

The intuitive interface simplifies network setup and management, making it easy for IT teams to configure devices, monitor network health, and troubleshoot, without expertise.
Automated operations

FortiSwitch NMS automates routine network tasks, such as device discovery, configuration backups, and firmware upgrades for non-FortiLink FortiSwitch and FortiSwitch AX deployments.

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Models & Specs

Chassis line card models and specifications

FortiSwitch AX9000G solution platform requires the chassis, power supplies, cooling fans, and supervisory module. Line cards can then be choosen based on use case requirements.

MODEL	PORTS	POE
FS-AX9000G-LC100	32 x 100GE Capable QSFP28/QSFP+	NA
FS-AX9000G-LC25	48 x 25GE Capable SFP28/SFP+ and 4 x 100GE Capable QSFP28/QSFP+ *does not support 1GE	NA
FS-AX9000G-LC10P	48 x 10GE capable MultiGig RJ45 + 2 x 10GE SFP+	802.3bt 90W
FS-AX9000G-LC10S	48 x 10GE capable MultiGig SFP+/SFP + 2 x 10GE SFP+	NA

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2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure

Forrester Total Economic Impact™ (TEI) of Fortinet Secure LAN Edge

Fortinet Recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure, Again

Fortinet announces that it was named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure again.

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The Total Economic Impact of Fortinet Secure LAN Edge

Forrester Total Economic Impact™ Study Reveals Fortinet Secure LAN Provided 308% ROI

The 2025 Forrester study also found customers boosted network operations efficiency by 50%, reduced the risk of breaches from external attacks by 60%, and recouped 70 hours of unplanned downtime over three years by converging their wired and wireless networking with the Fortinet Secure LAN solution.

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Resources

FortiSwitch-AX9000G Series Datasheet »

FortiSwitch-AX9000G Series Datasheet

FortiSwitch NMS Data Sheet »

FortiSwitch NMS Datasheet

FortiSwitch Chassis FAQ

Can you manage the FortiSwitch AX9000G chassis from a FortiGate or FortiOS?

Not at this time, this integration is planned for 2026.

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Does the FortiSwitch AX9000G support FortiLink?

Not at this time, this integration is planned for 2026.

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