Description
This article describes the SFP transceiver support on FortiGate-100F and 200F SFP+ slots.
Scope
For FortiGate-100F and 200F series.
Solution
Customers can use SFP transceivers on FortiGate-100F and 200F series’ SFP+ slots with the following caveats:
- In order for the 1G SFP to work, the speed needs to be set to '1000full' and not the default 'auto' mode.
- FN-TRAN-GC is not supported.
FN-TRAN-GC Specifications:
- Protocol Standard --> 1000Base-T.
- Maximum Transmission Distance--> 100m.
- Media --> Copper interface.
- Hot Plug --> Yes.
Fortinet Transceivers Datasheet: https://www.fortinet.com/content/dam/fortinet/assets/data-sheets/Fortinet_Transceivers.pdf
It is important to note that FN-TRAN-GC can negotiate down to 100 Mbps if the connected device supports it. Some models like the FortiGate-100F and FortiGate-200F (higher-end models compared to the FortiGate Rugged 70F 3G4G) may have compatibility issues.
Related document:
Fortinet Transceivers Data Sheet
