FortiGate 2601F DC Fortinet Firewall | 100GE QSFP28, 25GE

Keep high-volume traffic under control with FortiGate 2601F DC. This platform is built for environments where port density, throughput headroom, and power resilience matter. With 4 x 100GE QSFP28 slots, 16 x 25GE SFP28 ports, 8 x 10GE SFP+ ports, and 16 x 10GE RJ45 ports, it gives network teams the flexibility to segment, aggregate, and scale without adding unnecessary chassis complexity. The hardware acceleration stack, including SPU NP7 and CP9, is designed to offload security processing and preserve performance under real inspection loads. That matters when firewall policy, encrypted traffic, and application control all need to stay active at the same time. Dual DC power supplies add another layer of operational confidence for installations that cannot afford avoidable power interruptions. This model is a strong fit for data center edge, aggregation, and high-speed enterprise security deployments where cheaper appliances run out of interface capacity or processing margin too quickly. The onboard 2 x 960 GB storage also supports local system needs without forcing immediate expansion planning. For teams buying at this tier, the value is in density, acceleration, and the ability to support serious traffic patterns with fewer compromises.