The FS S5850-48T4Q is a 10Gbase-T switch with 40GbE ports as well. It is meant for connecting edge devices at higher speeds. In this review, we are going to take a look at the switch but also at some of the cost optimizations FS is using to deliver a lower-cost switch.

Nothing makes me question product quality like a MTBF with a precision down to a hundredth of an hour at 108,822.22 hours.

FS hardware always feels sketchy, and this thing is no exception. Everything they build seems like a triumph of gray market sourcing coupled with a casual flaunting of regulatory compliance.

Cool to take a peek inside though, even if I’m against the product. Seeing switches popped open is always a treat.

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