FortiSwitch™ Rugged High performance for harsh environments FortiSwitch Rugged switches deliver all of the performance and security of the trusted FortiSwitch Secure, Simple, Scalable Ethernet solution, but with added reinforcement that makes them ideal for deployments in harsh outdoor environments. Resilient, sturdy and capable of withstanding intense Âtemperature fluctuations, FortiSwitch Rugged ensures the integrity and performance of mission-critical networks in even the most challenging of deployments. Add Ruggedized FortiGate for Tough and Powerful Protection Engineered to survive in hostile environments with an extreme temperature range, the combination of FortiGate Rugged Ânetwork security appliances with the FortiSwitch Rugged provides a connected network security solution. Simple Network Deployment The Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability enables simple installation of cameras, sensors and wireless access points in the network, with power and data delivered over the same network cable. There is no need to contract electricians to install power for your PoE devices, reducing your overall network TCO.