Single Configuration and Management Portal for Ease of Use
Pros
- Makes them easy to manage within one spot
- Allows for advanced network configuration
- Has plenty of power for all our PoE devices
Cons
- Would be nice to have a bit different layout on the configuration page. Sometimes can be hard to find what you're looking for.
- When disabling ports, it would be nice to have batch setting features rather than having to make changes individually.
Most Important Features
- Integration with existing FortiGate firewalls
- Single pane of glass management and configuration with other FortiNet devices
- Cloud monitoring of network traffic
Return on Investment
- It has made management of the network much easier and less time consuming
- We are more confident that our network traffic is being secured
- Ability to monitor network traffic and detect potential anomalies
Alternatives Considered
Cisco Business 220 Series Smart Switches and Dell PowerConnect Switches
Other Software Used
Fortinet FortiGate, Veeam Backup & Replication, HPE Nimble Storage