Clarification on FS-1048E Layer 3 Routing in Standalone Mode vs FortiLink Mode

Hello,

I'm looking for an official clarification regarding the Layer 3 capabilities of the FortiSwitch FS-1048E.

While reviewing the current FortiSwitch Campus Core and Data Center Series datasheet, I noticed what appears to be conflicting information:

1. In the FortiLink Mode (with FortiGate) feature table, it states:
   • "L3 Routing and Services (FortiGate)"
   • "Policy-Based Routing (FortiGate)"

This seems to imply that Layer 3 routing is only available when the switch is managed by a FortiGate through FortiLink.

2. However, in the Layer 3 Features section, the FS-1048E is listed as supporting:
   • Static Routing (Hardware-based)
   • OSPF
   • RIP
   • VRRP
   • BGP
   • ISIS
   • VRF
   • ECMP
   • Policy-Based Routing
   • and other L3 capabilities (some requiring the Advanced Features License).
3. The hardware specifications also explicitly list IPv4/IPv6 Routing for the FS-1048E.

My question is:

• Does the FS-1048E support Layer 3 routing in standalone mode, without being managed by a FortiGate via FortiLink?
• If yes, are there any feature limitations compared to FortiLink mode?
• If an Advanced Features License is required, does it enable full standalone L3 routing on the switch itself?
• Can I manage this equipament through FortiEdge Cloud with L3 Interface and static routing?
• Is the "L3 Routing and Services (FortiGate)" entry in the FortiLink table referring only to centralized management/policy enforcement rather than indicating that L3 routing itself requires a FortiGate?

I'm not asking about a specific deployment issue, but rather trying to clarify the product capabilities and resolve what appears to be contradictory documentation.

Thank you.