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Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................................ 5
Secure installation, configuration, and management.......................................................... 5
Web-based manager ...................................................................................................... 6
Command line interface.................................................................................................. 6
Setup wizard ................................................................................................................... 7
Document conventions ....................................................................................................... 7
FortiGate documentation .................................................................................................... 8
Fortinet Knowledge Center ............................................................................................. 9
Comments on Fortinet technical documentation............................................................. 9
Related documentation....................................................................................................... 9
FortiManager documentation.......................................................................................... 9
FortiClient documentation............................................................................................... 9
FortiMail documentation................................................................................................ 10
FortiLog documentation ................................................................................................ 10
Customer service and technical support........................................................................... 10
Getting started ..................................................................................................... 13
Package contents ............................................................................................................. 14
Mounting ........................................................................................................................... 14
Turning the FortiGate unit power on and off ..................................................................... 15
Connecting to the web-based manager............................................................................ 16
Connecting to the command line interface (CLI)............................................................... 17
Quick installation using factory defaults............................................................................ 18
Factory default FortiGate configuration settings ............................................................... 19
Factory default DHCP server configuration .................................................................. 19
Factory default NAT/Route mode network configuration .............................................. 20
Factory default Transparent mode network configuration............................................. 21
Factory default firewall configuration ............................................................................ 21
Factory default protection profiles................................................................................. 22
Planning the FortiGate configuration ................................................................................ 23
NAT/Route mode .......................................................................................................... 23
Transparent mode......................................................................................................... 25
Configuration options.................................................................................................... 26
Next steps......................................................................................................................... 26
NAT/Route mode installation.............................................................................. 27
Preparing to configure the FortiGate unit in NAT/Route mode ......................................... 27
DHCP or PPPoE configuration ..................................................................................... 28
Using the web-based manager......................................................................................... 28
Configuring basic settings............................................................................................. 29
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Using the command line interface..................................................................................... 30
Using the setup wizard...................................................................................................... 32
Starting the setup wizard .............................................................................................. 34
Connecting the FortiGate unit to the network(s) ............................................................... 34
Configuring the networks .................................................................................................. 36
Configuring the Modem interface...................................................................................... 36
Next steps......................................................................................................................... 36
Transparent mode installation............................................................................ 39
Preparing to configure Transparent mode ........................................................................ 39
Using the web-based manager......................................................................................... 40
Reconnecting to the web-based manager .................................................................... 41
Using the command line interface..................................................................................... 41
Using the setup wizard...................................................................................................... 43
Reconnecting to the web-based manager .................................................................... 43
Connecting the FortiGate unit to your network ................................................................. 44
Next steps......................................................................................................................... 45
High availability installation................................................................................ 47
Priorities of heartbeat device and monitor priorities...................................................... 47
Configuring FortiGate units for HA operation.................................................................... 47
High availability configuration settings.......................................................................... 47
Configuring FortiGate units for HA using the CLI.......................................................... 50
Connecting the cluster to your networks........................................................................... 51
Installing and configuring the cluster................................................................................. 53
Configuring the modem interface ...................................................................... 55
Selecting a modem mode ................................................................................................. 55
Redundant mode configuration..................................................................................... 55
Standalone mode configuration .................................................................................... 56
Configuring modem settings ............................................................................................. 57
Defining a Ping Server...................................................................................................... 59
Dead gateway detection ............................................................................................... 59
Adding firewall policies for modem connections ............................................................... 60
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Introduction
FortiGate Antivirus Firewalls improve network security, reduce network misuse and
abuse, and help you use communications resources more efficiently without
compromising the performance of your network. FortiGate Antivirus Firewalls are
ICSA-certified for firewall, IPSec, and antivirus services.
The FortiGate Antivirus Firewall is a dedicated easily managed security device that
delivers a full suite of capabilities that include:
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application-level services such as virus protection and content filtering,
network-level services such as firewall, intrusion detection, VPN, and traffic
shaping.
The FortiGate Antivirus Firewall uses Fortinet’s Accelerated Behavior and Content
Analysis System (ABACAS™) technology, which leverages breakthroughs in chip
design, networking, security, and content analysis. The unique ASIC-based
architecture analyzes content and behavior in real-time, enabling key applications to
be deployed right at the network edge where they are most effective at protecting your
networks.
The FortiGate-60 model is ideally
suited for small businesses, remote
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telecommuters. The FortiGate-60
Antivirus Firewall features dual WAN
link support for redundant internet
connections, and an integrated 4-port switch that eliminates the need for an external
hub or switch. Networked devices connect directly to the FortiGate-60 unit.
The FortiGate-60 also supports advanced features such as 802.1Q VLANs, virtual
domains, high availability (HA), and the RIP and OSPF routing protocols.
Secure installation, configuration, and management
The FortiGate unit default configuration includes a default firewall policy and IP
addresses and is only a few steps away from protecting your network. There are
several ways to configure basic FortiGate settings:
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the web-based manager,
the command line interface (CLI), or
the setup wizard.
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Introduction
The CLI or the web-based manager can then be used to complete configuration and
to perform maintenance and administration.
Web-based manager
Using HTTP or a secure HTTPS connection from any computer running Internet
Explorer, you can configure and manage the FortiGate unit. The web-based manager
supports multiple languages. You can configure the FortiGate unit for HTTP and
HTTPS administration from any FortiGate interface.
You can use the web-based manager to configure most FortiGate settings. You can
also use the web-based manager to monitor the status of the FortiGate unit.
Configuration changes made using the web-based manager are effective immediately
without resetting the firewall or interrupting service. Once you are satisfied with a
configuration, you can download and save it. The saved configuration can be restored
at any time.
Figure 1: FortiGate web-based manager and setup wizard
Command line interface
You can access the FortiGate command line interface (CLI) by connecting a
management computer serial port to the FortiGate RS-232 serial console connector.
You can also use Telnet or a secure SSH connection to connect to the CLI from any
network that is connected to the FortiGate unit, including the Internet.
The CLI supports the same configuration and monitoring functionality as the
web-based manager. In addition, you can use the CLI for advanced configuration
options that are not available from the web-based manager.
This Installation Guide contains information about basic and advanced CLI
commands. For a more complete description about connecting to and using the
FortiGate CLI, see the FortiGate CLI Reference Guide.
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Document conventions
Setup wizard
The FortiGate setup wizard provides an easy way to configure the basic initial settings
for the FortiGate unit. The wizard walks through the configuration of a new
administrator password, FortiGate interfaces, DHCP server settings, internal servers
(web, FTP, etc.), and basic antivirus settings.
Document conventions
This guide uses the following conventions to describe command syntax.
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Angle brackets < > to indicate variables.
For example:
execute restore config <filename_str>
You enter:
execute restore config myfile.bak
<xxx_str>indicates an ASCII string that does not contain new-lines or carriage
returns.
<xxx_integer>indicates an integer string that is a decimal (base 10) number.
<xxx_octet>indicates a hexadecimal string that uses the digits 0-9 and letters
A-F.
<xxx_ipv4>indicates a dotted decimal IPv4 address.
<xxx_v4mask>indicates a dotted decimal IPv4 netmask.
<xxx_ipv4mask>indicates a dotted decimal IPv4 address followed by a dotted
decimal IPv4 netmask.
<xxx_ipv6>indicates a dotted decimal IPv6 address.
<xxx_v6mask>indicates a dotted decimal IPv6 netmask.
<xxx_ipv6mask>indicates a dotted decimal IPv6 address followed by a dotted
decimal IPv6 netmask.
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Vertical bar and curly brackets {|}to separate alternative, mutually exclusive
required keywords.
For example:
set opmode {nat | transparent}
You can enter set opmode nator set opmode transparent.
Square brackets [ ]to indicate that a keyword or variable is optional.
For example:
show system interface [<name_str>]
To show the settings for all interfaces, you can enter show system interface.
To show the settings for the internal interface, you can enter show system
interface internal.
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A space to separate options that can be entered in any combination and must be
separated by spaces.
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For example:
set allowaccess {ping https ssh snmp http telnet}
You can enter any of the following:
set allowaccess ping
set allowaccess ping https ssh
set allowaccess https ping ssh
set allowaccess snmp
In most cases to make changes to lists that contain options separated by spaces,
you need to retype the whole list including all the options you want to apply and
excluding all the options you want to remove.
FortiGate documentation
Information about FortiGate products is available from the following guides:
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FortiGate QuickStart Guide
Provides basic information about connecting and installing a FortiGate unit.
FortiGate Installation Guide
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Describes how to install a FortiGate unit. Includes a hardware reference, default
configuration information, installation procedures, connection procedures, and
basic configuration procedures. Choose the guide for your product model number.
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FortiGate Administration Guide
Provides basic information about how to configure a FortiGate unit, including how
to define FortiGate protection profiles and firewall policies; how to apply intrusion
prevention, antivirus protection, web content filtering, and spam filtering; and how
to configure a VPN.
FortiGate online help
Provides a context-sensitive and searchable version of the Administration Guide in
HTML format. You can access online help from the web-based manager as you
work.
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FortiGate CLI Reference Guide
Describes how to use the FortiGate CLI and contains a reference to all FortiGate
CLI commands.
FortiGate Log Message Reference Guide
Describes the structure of FortiGate log messages and provides information about
the log messages that are generated by FortiGate units.
FortiGate High Availability Guide
Contains in-depth information about the FortiGate high availability feature and the
FortiGate clustering protocol.
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Related documentation
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FortiGate IPS Guide
Describes how to configure the FortiGate Intrusion Prevention System settings and
how the FortiGate IPS deals with some common attacks.
FortiGate VPN Guide
Explains how to configure VPNs using the web-based manager.
Fortinet Knowledge Center
The most recent Fortinet technical documentation is available from the Fortinet
Knowledge Center. The knowledge center contains short how-to articles, FAQs,
technical notes, product and feature guides, and much more. Visit the Fortinet
Comments on Fortinet technical documentation
Please send information about any errors or omissions in this document, or any
Fortinet technical documentation, to [email protected].
Related documentation
Additional information about Fortinet products is available from the following related
documentation.
FortiManager documentation
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FortiManager QuickStart Guide
Explains how to install the FortiManager Console, set up the FortiManager Server,
and configure basic settings.
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FortiManager System Administration Guide
Describes how to use the FortiManager System to manage FortiGate devices.
FortiManager System online help
Provides a searchable version of the Administration Guide in HTML format. You
can access online help from the FortiManager Console as you work.
FortiClient documentation
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FortiClient Host Security User Guide
Describes how to use FortiClient Host Security software to set up a VPN
connection from your computer to remote networks, scan your computer for
viruses, and restrict access to your computer and applications by setting up firewall
policies.
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FortiClient Host Security online help
Provides information and procedures for using and configuring the FortiClient
software.
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FortiMail documentation
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FortiMail Administration Guide
Describes how to install, configure, and manage a FortiMail unit in gateway mode
and server mode, including how to configure the unit; create profiles and policies;
configure antispam and antivirus filters; create user accounts; and set up logging
and reporting.
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FortiMail online help
Provides a searchable version of the Administration Guide in HTML format. You
can access online help from the web-based manager as you work.
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FortiMail Web Mail Online Help
Describes how to use the FortiMail web-based email client, including how to send
and receive email; how to add, import, and export addresses; and how to configure
message display preferences.
FortiLog documentation
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FortiLog Administration Guide
Describes how to install and configure a FortiLog unit to collect FortiGate and
FortiMail log files. It also describes how to view FortiGate and FortiMail log files,
generate and view log reports, and use the FortiLog unit as a NAS server.
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FortiLog online help
Provides a searchable version of the Administration Guide in HTML format. You
can access online help from the web-based manager as you work.
Customer service and technical support
For antivirus and attack definition updates, firmware updates, updated product
documentation, technical support information, and other resources, please visit the
change your registration information at any time.
Fortinet email support is available from the following addresses:
[email protected] For customers in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Latin
America and South America.
[email protected] For customers in Japan, Korea, China, Hong Kong, Singapore,
Malaysia, all other Asian countries, and Australia.
For customers in the United Kingdom, Scandinavia, Mainland
Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
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Customer service and technical support
When requesting technical support, please provide the following information:
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Your name
Company name
Location
Email address
Telephone number
FortiGate unit serial number
FortiGate model
FortiGate FortiOS firmware version
Detailed description of the problem
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Package contents
Getting started
Package contents
The FortiGate-60 package contains the following items:
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one orange crossover ethernet cable (Fortinet part number CC300248)
one gray regular ethernet cable (Fortinet part number CC300249)
one RS-232 null modem cable (Fortinet part number CC300247)
FortiGate-60 Quick Start Guide
CD containing the FortiGate user documentation
one power cable and AC adapter
Figure 2: FortiGate-60 package contents
Front
Ethernet Cables:
Orange - Crossover
Grey - Straight-through
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Trademarks
Products mentioned in this document are trademarks.
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USB
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Internal Interface,
switch connectors
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RS-232 Serial
Connection
Mounting
The FortiGate-60 unit can be installed on any stable surface. Make sure that the unit
has at least 1.5 in. (3.75 cm) of clearance on each side to allow for adequate air flow
and cooling.
Dimensions
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8.63 x 6.13 x 1.38 in. (21.9 x 15.6 x 3.5 cm)
Weight
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1.5 lb. (0.68 kg)
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Turning the FortiGate unit power on and off
Power requirements
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DC input voltage: 12 V
DC input current: 3 A
Environmental specifications
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Operating temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage temperature: -13 to 158°F (-25 to 70°C)
Humidity: 5 to 95% non-condensing
Turning the FortiGate unit power on and off
To power on the FortiGate unit
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Connect the AC adapter to the power connection at the back of the FortiGate-60 unit.
Connect the AC adapter to the power cable.
Connect the power cable to a power outlet.
The FortiGate-60 unit starts. The Power and Status LEDs are on.
Table 1: FortiGate-60M LED indicators
LED
State
Green
Off
Description
Power
The FortiGate unit is powered on.
The FortiGate unit is powered off.
The FortiGate unit is starting up.
The FortiGate unit is running normally.
Status
Green
Off
Link
(Internal
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WAN2)
Green
The correct cable is in use and the connected
equipment has power.
Flashing Green
Off
Network activity at this interface.
No link established.
100
Green
The interface is connected at 100 Mbps.
(Internal
DMZ
WAN1
WAN2)
To power off the FortiGate unit
Always shut down the FortiGate operating system properly before turning off the
power switch.
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From the web-based manager, go to System > Maintenance > ShutDown, select
Shut Down and select Apply, or from the CLI, enter:
execute shutdown
Disconnect the power supply.
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Getting started
Connecting to the web-based manager
Use the following procedure to connect to the web-based manager for the first time.
Configuration changes made with the web-based manager are effective immediately
without resetting the firewall or interrupting service.
To connect to the web-based manager, you need:
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a computer with an ethernet connection,
Internet Explorer version 6.0 or higher,
an ethernet cable.
Note: You can use the web-based manager with recent versions of most popular web browsers.
The web-based manager is fully supported for Internet Explorer version 6.0 or higher.
To connect to the web-based manager
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Set the IP address of the computer with an ethernet connection to the static IP
address 192.168.1.2 with a netmask of 255.255.255.0.
You can also configure the management computer to obtain an IP address
automatically using DHCP. The FortiGate DHCP server assigns the management
computer an IP address in the range 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.254.
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Using the ethernet cable, connect the internal interface of the FortiGate unit to the
computer ethernet connection.
include the “s” in https://).
The FortiGate login is displayed.
Figure 3: FortiGate login
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Type admin in the Name field and select Login.
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Connecting to the command line interface (CLI)
Connecting to the command line interface (CLI)
As an alternative to the web-based manager, you can install and configure the
FortiGate unit using the CLI. Configuration changes made with the CLI are effective
immediately without resetting the firewall or interrupting service.
To connect to the FortiGate CLI, you need:
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a computer with an available communications port,
the null modem cable included in your FortiGate package,
terminal emulation software such as HyperTerminal for Windows.
Note: The following procedure describes how to connect to the CLI using Windows
HyperTerminal software. You can use any terminal emulation program.
To connect to the CLI
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Connect the null modem cable to the communications port of your computer and to
the FortiGate Console port.
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Make sure that the FortiGate unit is powered on.
Start HyperTerminal, enter a name for the connection, and select OK.
Configure HyperTerminal to connect directly to the communications port on your
computer and select OK.
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Select the following port settings and select OK.
Bits per second 9600
Data bits
Parity
8
None
1
Stop bits
Flow control
None
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Press Enter to connect to the FortiGate CLI.
The following prompt is displayed:
FortiGate-60 login:
Type adminand press Enter twice.
The following prompt is displayed:
Welcome !
Type ? to list available commands. For information about how to use the CLI, see the
FortiGate CLI Reference Guide.
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Quick installation using factory defaults
Getting started
Quick installation using factory defaults
You can quickly set up your FortiGate unit for a home or small office using the web-
based manager and the factory default FortiGate configuration. All you need to do is
set your network computers to obtain an IP address automatically and to obtain DNS
server IP addresses automatically (using DHCP), access the web-based manager,
and configure the required settings for the FortiGate WAN1 interface. You can also
configure FortiGate DNS servers and add a FortiGate default route if needed.
The FortiGate internal interface acts as a DHCP server for the internal network,
automatically assigning IP addresses to up to 100 computers in the range
192.168.1.110 –192.168.1.210.
Figure 4: Quick configuration using default settings
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Configure Manual IP, DHCP, or
PPPoE addressing
Internal interface
192.168.1.99
DHCP server and DNS server
for the internal network
Obtain IP address and
DNS server IP address
automatically
The Fortigate DHCP server also assigns the DNS server IP address 192.168.1.99 to
each computer on the internal network. As a result, the FortiGate unit internal
interface acts as a DNS server for the internal network. Using DNS forwarding, the
FortiGate unit forwards DNS requests received from the internal network to the DNS
server IP addresses added to the FortiGate unit configuration and returns lookup
results to the internal network.
For more information about default DHCP server settings see “Factory default DHCP
The following procedure describes how to configure your internal network and the
FortiGate unit to use the FortiGate default settings.
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Connect the FortiGate unit between the internal network and the Internet and turn on
the power.
Set the TCP/IP properties of the network computers to obtain an IP address
automatically and a DNS server IP address automatically (using DHCP).
The FortiGate web-based manager appears.
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Go to System > Network > Interface and select Edit for the WAN1 interface.
Select one of the following Addressing modes
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Manual: enter a static IP address and netmask, select OK, and go to step 6
DHCP: to get an IP address from the ISP select DHCP and go to step 9
PPPoE: to get an IP address from the ISP select PPPoE and go to step 9
6
Go to System > Network > DNS.
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Select one of the following DNS settings
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Obtain DNS server address automatically: select to get the DNS addresses from
the ISP, select Apply
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Use the following DNS server addresses: select and enter the DNS server
addresses given to you by the ISP, select Apply
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Go to Router > Static, edit route #1 and change Gateway to the default gateway IP
address from the ISP and select OK.
Select Retrieve default gateway from server and Override internal DNS options if your
Go to step 6 if you are not selecting these options.
Factory default FortiGate configuration settings
The FortiGate unit is shipped with a factory default configuration. The default
configuration allows you to connect to and use the FortiGate web-based manager to
configure the FortiGate unit onto the network. To configure the FortiGate unit onto the
network you add an administrator password, change network interface IP addresses,
add DNS server IP addresses, and configure basic routing, if required.
If you plan to operate the FortiGate unit in Transparent mode, you can switch to
Transparent mode from the factory default configuration and then configure the
FortiGate unit onto the network in Transparent mode.
Once the network configuration is complete, you can perform additional configuration
tasks such as setting system time, configuring virus and attack definition updates, and
registering the FortiGate unit.
The factory default firewall configuration includes a single network address translation
(NAT) policy that allows users on your internal network to connect to the external
network, and stops users on the external network from connecting to the internal
network. You can add more firewall policies to provide more control of the network
traffic passing through the FortiGate unit.
The factory default protection profiles can be used to apply different levels of antivirus
protection, web content filtering, spam filtering, and IPS to the network traffic that is
controlled by firewall policies.
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Factory default DHCP server configuration
Using the factory default DHCP server settings you can quickly configure the internal
network and the FortiGate unit. See “Quick installation using factory defaults” on
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Factory default FortiGate configuration settings
Getting started
Table 2: FortiGate DHCP Server default configuration
Name
internal_dhcp_server
Internal
Interface
Default Gateway
IP Range
192.168.1.99
192.168.1.110 – 192.168.1.210
255.255.255.0
7 days
Network Mask
Lease Duration
DNS Server 1
192.168.1.99
Factory default NAT/Route mode network configuration
When the FortiGate unit is first powered on, it is running in NAT/Route mode and has
the basic network configuration listed in Table 3 on page 20. This configuration allows
you to connect to the FortiGate unit web-based manager and establish the
configuration required to connect the FortiGate unit to the network. In Table 3 on
page 20, HTTPS administrative access means you can connect to the web-based
manager using HTTPS protocol through this interface. Ping administrative access
means this interface responds to ping requests.
Table 3: Factory default NAT/Route mode network configuration
User name:
Password:
admin
Administrator
account
(none)
IP:
192.168.1.99
255.255.255.0
Netmask:
Internal interface
Administrative Access:
HTTP, HTTPS,
Ping
IP:
192.168.100.99
255.255.255.0
Ping
WAN1 interface
WAN2 interface
DMZ interface
Netmask:
Administrative Access:
IP:
192.168.101.99
255.255.255.0
Ping
Netmask:
Administrative Access:
IP:
10.10.10.1
255.255.255.0
HTTPS, Ping
0.0.0.0
Netmask:
Administrative Access:
IP:
Modem interface
Netmask:
0.0.0.0
Administrative Access:
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Table 3: Factory default NAT/Route mode network configuration (Continued)
Default Gateway (for default route)
192.168.100.1
wan1
Interface connected to external network
(for default route)
Default Route
A default route consists of a default gateway and the name of
the interface connected to the external network (usually the
Internet). The default gateway directs all non-local traffic to this
interface and to the external network.
Network Settings
Primary DNS Server
207.192.200.1
Secondary DNS Server
207.192.200.129
Factory default Transparent mode network configuration
In Transparent mode, the FortiGate unit has the default network configuration listed in
Table 4.
Table 4: Factory default Transparent mode network configuration
Administrator
account
User name:
Password:
IP:
admin
(none)
10.10.10.1
255.255.255.0
207.194.200.1
207.194.200.129
HTTPS, Ping
Ping
Management IP
DNS
Netmask:
Primary DNS Server:
Secondary DNS Server:
Internal
WAN1
Administrative access
WAN2
Ping
DMZ
HTTPS, Ping
Factory default firewall configuration
FortiGate firewall policies control how all traffic is processed by the FortiGate unit.
Until firewall policies are added, no traffic can be accepted by or pass through the
FortiGate unit. The factory default configuration contains one firewall policy that allows
all traffic originating on the internal network to access the Internet. No other traffic is
allowed through the FortiGate unit. To allow traffic through the FortiGate unit you can
add firewall policies. See the FortiGate Administration Guide for information about
adding firewall policies.
The following firewall configuration settings are included in the default firewall
configuration to make it easier to add firewall policies.
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Getting started
Table 5: Default firewall configuration
Configuration setting Name
Description
Firewall policy
Internal ->Wan1
Source: All Destination: All
Firewall address
All
Firewall address matches the source or
destination address of any packet.
Pre-defined service
More than 50
Select from any of the 50 pre-defined services
predefined services to control traffic through the FortiGate unit that
uses that service.
Recurring schedule
Protection Profiles
Always
The recurring schedule is valid at any time.
Strict, Scan, Web,
Unfiltered
Control how the FortiGate unit applies virus
scanning, web content filtering, spam filtering,
and IPS.
The factory default firewall configuration is the same in NAT/Route and Transparent
mode.
Factory default protection profiles
Use protection profiles to apply different protection settings for traffic that is controlled
by firewall policies. You can use protection profiles to:
•
Configure antivirus protection for HTTP, FTP, IMAP, POP3, and SMTP firewall
policies
•
•
•
•
•
Configure Web filtering for HTTP firewall policies
Configure Web category filtering for HTTP firewall policies
Configure spam filtering for IMAP, POP3, and SMTP firewall policies
Enable the Intrusion Protection System (IPS) for all services
Enable content logging for HTTP, FTP, IMAP, POP3, and SMTP firewall policies
Using protection profiles, you can build protection configurations that can be applied
to different types of firewall policies. This allows you to customize types and levels of
protection for different firewall policies.
For example, while traffic between internal and external addresses might need strict
protection, traffic between trusted internal addresses might need moderate protection.
You can configure firewall policies for different traffic services to use the same or
different protection profiles.
Protection profiles can be added to NAT/Route mode and Transparent mode firewall
policies.
The FortiGate unit comes preconfigured with four protection profiles.
Strict
To apply maximum protection to HTTP, FTP, IMAP, POP3, and SMTP traffic.
You may not use the strict protection profile under normal circumstances but
it is available if you have problems with viruses and require maximum
screening.
Scan
To apply antivirus scanning and file quarantining to HTTP, FTP, IMAP,
POP3, and SMTP content traffic.
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Web
To apply antivirus scanning and web content blocking to HTTP content
traffic. You can add this protection profile to firewall policies that control
HTTP traffic.
Unfiltered
To apply no scanning, blocking or IPS. Use if you do not want to apply
content protection to content traffic. You can add this protection profile to
firewall policies for connections between highly trusted or highly secure
networks where content does not need to be protected.
Figure 5: Web protection profile settings
Planning the FortiGate configuration
Before you configure the FortiGate unit, you need to plan how to integrate the unit into
the network. Among other things, you must decide whether you want the unit to be
visible to the network, which firewall functions you want it to provide, and how you
want it to control the traffic flowing between its interfaces.
Your configuration plan depends on the operating mode that you select. The FortiGate
unit can be configured in one of two modes: NAT/Route mode (the default) or
Transparent mode.
You can also configure the FortiGate unit and the network it protects using the default
settings.
NAT/Route mode
In NAT/Route mode, the FortiGate unit is visible to the network. Like a router, all its
interfaces are on different subnets. The following interfaces are available in
NAT/Route mode:
•
•
•
•
•
Internal is the interface to the internal network.
WAN1 is the default interface to the external network (usually the Internet).
WAN2 is the redundant interface to the external network.
DMZ is the interface to the DMZ network.
Modem is the interface for connecting an external modem to the FortiGate-60. See
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Getting started
You must configure routing to support the redundant WAN1 and WAN2 internet
connections. Routing can be used to automatically redirect connections from an
interface if its connection to the external network fails.
You can add firewall policies to control whether communications through the FortiGate
unit operate in NAT or Route mode. Firewall policies control the flow of traffic based
on the source address, destination address, and service of each packet. In NAT
mode, the FortiGate unit performs network address translation before it sends the
packet to the destination network. In Route mode, there is no address translation.
You typically use NAT/Route mode when the FortiGate unit is operating as a gateway
between private and public networks. In this configuration, you would create NAT
mode firewall policies to control traffic flowing between the internal, private network
and the external, public network (usually the Internet).
If you have multiple internal networks, such as a DMZ network in addition to the
internal, private network, you could create route mode firewall policies for traffic
flowing between them.
Figure 6: Example NAT/Route mode network configuration
Internal network
192.168.1.3
FortiGate-60 Unit
Internal
in NAT/Route mode
192.168.1.99
WAN1
204.23.1.5
Route mode policies
controlling traffic between
internal networks.
INTERNAL
Internet
PWR
STATUS
1
2
3
4
DMZ
WAN1
WAN2
LINK 100 LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
DMZ
DMZ network
NAT mode policies controlling
traffic between internal and
external networks.
10.10.10.1
10.10.10.2
NAT/Route mode with multiple external network connections
In NAT/Route mode, you can configure the FortiGate unit with multiple redundant
connections to the external network (usually the Internet). For example, you could
create the following configuration:
•
•
WAN1 is the default interface to the external network (usually the Internet).
WAN2 is the redundant interface to the external network. You can also use the
modem interface as a redundant connection to the external network.
•
Internal is the interface to the internal network.
You must configure routing to support redundant Internet connections. Routing can be
used to automatically redirect connections from an interface if its connection to the
external network fails.
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Otherwise, security policy configuration is similar to a NAT/Route mode configuration
with a single Internet connection. You would create NAT mode firewall policies to
control traffic flowing between the internal, private network and the external, public
network (usually the Internet). If you have multiple internal networks, such as one or
more DMZ networks, in addition to the internal, private network, you can create route
mode firewall policies for traffic flowing between them.
Figure 7: Example NAT/Route multiple internet connection configuration
FortiGate-60 Unit
in NAT/Route mode
WAN1
204.23.1.5
Internal network
INTERNAL
PWR
STATUS
1
2
3
4
DMZ
WAN1
WAN2
Internet
LINK 100 LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
192.168.1.3
WAN2
64.83.32.45
Internal
192.168.1.1
NAT mode policies controlling
traffic between internal and
external networks.
Transparent mode
In Transparent mode, the FortiGate unit is invisible to the network. Similar to a
network bridge, all FortiGate interfaces must be on the same subnet. You only have to
configure a management IP address so that you can make configuration changes.
The management IP address is also used for antivirus and attack definition updates.
You typically use the FortiGate unit in Transparent mode on a private network behind
an existing firewall or behind a router. The FortiGate unit performs firewall functions,
IPSec VPN, virus scanning, IPS, web content filtering, and Spam filtering.
Figure 8: Example Transparent mode network configuration
FortiGate-60 Unit
in Transparent mode
Gateway to
public network
10.10.10.2
204.23.1.5
10.10.10.1
Management IP
INTERNAL
PWR
STATUS
1
2
3
4
DMZ
WAN1
WAN2
LINK 100 LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
WAN1
(firewall, router)
Internal
Internal network
Transparent mode policies
controlling traffic between
internal and external networks
10.10.10.3
Internet
You can connect up to four network segments to the FortiGate unit to control traffic
between these network segments.
•
A 4-port switch for connecting the FortiGate internal interface to your internal
network segment,
•
•
WAN1 can connect to the external firewall or router,
DMZ and WAN2 can connect to other network segments,
Note: The modem interface is not available in Transparent mode.
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Getting started
Configuration options
Once you have selected Transparent or NAT/Route mode operation, you can
complete the configuration plan and begin to configure the FortiGate unit. Choose
among three different tools to configure the FortiGate unit.
Web-based manager and setup wizard
The FortiGate web-based manager is a full featured management tool. You can use
the web-based manager to configure most FortiGate settings.
The web-based manager Setup Wizard guides you through the initial configuration
steps. Use the Setup Wizard to configure the administrator password, the interface
addresses, the default gateway address, and the DNS server addresses. Optionally,
use the Setup Wizard to configure the internal server settings for NAT/Route mode.
To connect to the web-based manager you require:
•
•
Ethernet connection between the FortiGate unit and a management computer.
Internet Explorer version 6.0 or higher on the management computer.
CLI
The FortiGate CLI is a full-featured management tool. Use it to configure the
administrator password, the interface addresses, the default gateway address, and
the DNS server addresses. To connect to the CLI you require:
•
•
Serial connection between the FortiGate unit and a management computer.
A terminal emulation application on the management computer.
If you are configuring the FortiGate unit to operate in Transparent mode, you can
switch to Transparent mode from the web-based manager and then use the setup
wizard to add the administration password, the management IP address and gateway,
and the DNS server addresses.
Next steps
Now that your FortiGate unit is operating, you can proceed to configure it to connect to
networks:
•
•
•
If you are going to operate the FortiGate unit in NAT/Route mode, go to
If you are going to operate the FortiGate unit in Transparent mode, go to
If you are going to operate two or more FortiGate units in HA mode, go to “High
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NAT/Route mode installation
This chapter describes how to install the FortiGate unit in NAT/Route mode. For
information about installing a FortiGate unit in Transparent mode, see “Transparent
mode installation” on page 39. For information about installing two or more FortiGate
about installing the FortiGate unit in NAT/Route mode, see “Planning the FortiGate
This chapter describes:
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Preparing to configure the FortiGate unit in NAT/Route mode
Use Table 6 on page 28 to gather the information that you need to customize
NAT/Route mode settings.
You can configure the FortiGate unit in several ways:
•
•
•
the web-based manager GUI is a complete interface for configuring most settings.
the command line interface (CLI) is a complete text-based interface for configuring
the setup wizard provides easy, fast configuration of the most basic settings to get
The method that you choose depends on the complexity of the configuration, access
and equipment, and the type of interface you are most comfortable using.
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Table 6: NAT/Route mode settings
Administrator Password:
IP:
Internal
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
Netmask:
IP:
WAN1
Netmask:
IP:
WAN2
Netmask:
IP:
DMZ
Netmask:
Default Gateway:
Interface connected to
external network (usually
wan1):
A default route consists of a default gateway and the name of the
interface connected to the external network (usually the Internet).
The default gateway directs all non-local traffic to this interface and
to the external network.
Network settings
Primary DNS Server:
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
Secondary DNS Server:
DHCP or PPPoE configuration
You can configure any FortiGate interface to acquire its IP address from a DHCP or
PPPoE server. Your ISP may provide IP addresses using one of these protocols.
To use the FortiGate DHCP server, you need to configure an IP address range and
default route for the server. No configuration information is required for interfaces that
are configured to use DHCP.
PPPoE requires you to supply a user name and password. In addition, PPPoE
record the information you require for your PPPoE configuration.
Table 7: PPPoE settings
User name:
Password:
Using the web-based manager
You can use the web-based manager for the initial configuration of the FortiGate unit.
You can also continue to use the web-based manager for all FortiGate unit settings.
For information about connecting to the web-based manager, see “Connecting to the
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Configuring basic settings
After connecting to the web-based manager you can use the following procedures to
complete the basic configuration of the FortiGate unit.
To add/change the administrator password
Go to System > Admin > Administrators.
Select the Change Password icon for the admin administrator.
Enter the new password and enter it again to confirm.
Select OK.
1
2
3
4
To configure interfaces
1
2
3
Go to System > Network > Interface.
Select the edit icon for an interface.
Set the addressing mode for the interface.
Choose from manual, DHCP, or PPPoE.
4
Complete the addressing configuration.
•
•
•
For manual addressing, enter the IP address and netmask for the interface.
For DHCP addressing, select DHCP and any required settings.
For PPPoE addressing, select PPPoE, and enter the username and password and
any other required settings.
For information about how to configure these and other interface settings, see the
FortiGate online help or the FortiGate Administration Guide.
5
6
Select OK.
Repeat this procedure for each interface.
Note: If you change the IP address of the interface you are connecting to, you must connect
address of the interface. If the new IP address of the interface is on a different subnet, you may
have to change the IP address of your computer to the same subnet.
To configure DNS server settings
Go to System > Network > DNS.
Enter the IP address of the primary DNS server.
Enter the IP address of the secondary DNS server.
Select OK.
1
2
3
4
To add a default route
Add a default route to configure where the FortiGate unit sends traffic destined for an
external network (usually the Internet). Adding the default route also defines which
interface is connected to an external network. The default route is not required if the
interface connected to the external network is configured using DHCP or PPPoE.
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Using the command line interface
NAT/Route mode installation
1
2
Go to System > Router > Static.
If the Static Route table contains a default route (IP and Mask set to 0.0.0.0), select
the Delete icon to delete this route.
3
4
5
6
7
8
Select Create New.
Set Destination IP to 0.0.0.0.
Set Mask to 0.0.0.0.
Set Gateway to the default gateway IP address.
Set Device to the interface connected to the external network.
Select OK.
Using the command line interface
You can also configure the FortiGate unit using the command line interface (CLI). For
information about connecting to the CLI, see “Connecting to the command line
Configuring the FortiGate unit to operate in NAT/Route mode
Use the information that you gathered in Table 6 on page 28 to complete the following
procedures.
To add/change the administrator password
1
2
Log in to the CLI.
Change the admin administrator password. Enter:
config system admin
edit admin
set password <psswrd>
end
To configure interfaces
1
2
Log in to the CLI.
Set the IP address and netmask of the internal interface to the internal IP address and
netmask that you recorded in Table 6 on page 28. Enter:
config system interface
edit internal
set mode static
set ip <address_ip> <netmask>
end
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Example
config system interface
edit internal
set mode static
set ip <192.168.120.99> <255.255.255.0>
end
3
Set the IP address and netmask of the WAN1 interface to the IP address and netmask
that you recorded in Table 6 on page 28.
To set the static IP address and netmask, enter:
config system interface
edit wan1
set mode static
set ip <address_ip> <netmask>
end
Example
config system interface
edit wan1
set mode static
set ip 204.23.1.5 255.255.255.0
end
To set the WAN1 interface to use DHCP, enter:
config system interface
edit wan1
set mode dhcp
end
To set the WAN1 interface to use PPPoE, enter:
config system interface
edit wan1
set mode pppoe
set connection enable
set username <name_str>
set password <passwrd>
end
4
5
Use the same syntax to set the IP address of each FortiGate interface as required.
Confirm that the addresses are correct. Enter:
get system interface
The CLI lists the IP address, netmask, and other settings for each of the FortiGate
interfaces.
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To configure DNS server settings
Set the primary and secondary DNS server IP addresses. Enter
•
config system dns
set primary <address_ip>
set secondary <address_ip>
end
Example
config system dns
set primary 293.44.75.21
set secondary 293.44.75.22
end
To add a default route
Add a default route to configure where the FortiGate unit sends traffic that should be
sent to an external network (usually the Internet). Adding the default route also
defines which interface is connected to an external network. The default route is not
required if the interface connected to the external network is configured using DHCP
or PPPoE.
•
Set the default route to the Default Gateway IP address. Enter:
config router static
edit 1
set dst 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0
set gateway <gateway_IP>
set device <interface>
end
Example
If the default gateway IP is 204.23.1.2 and this gateway is connected to WAN1:
config router static
edit 1
set dst 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0
set gateway 204.23.1.2
set device wan1
end
Using the setup wizard
From the web-based manager, you can use the setup wizard to complete the initial
configuration of the FortiGate unit. For information about connecting to the web-based
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If you are configuring the FortiGate unit to operate in NAT/Route mode (the default),
you can use the setup wizard to:
•
•
•
add the administration password
configure the internal interface address
choose either a manual (static) or a dynamic (DHCP or PPPoE) address for the
external interface
•
•
•
•
add a default route for the external interface
add the DNS server IP addresses
add the DHCP server settings and IP addresses
add various internal server IP addresses including web, IMAP, POP3, SMTP, and
FTP servers
•
set the antivirus protection to high, medium, or none
Table 8 on page 33 lists the additional settings that you can configure with the setup
Table 8: Setup wizard settings
Password
Prepare an administrator password.
Internal Interface
Use the information you gathered in Table 6 on page 28.
Use the information you gathered in Table 6 on page 28.
External Interface
DHCP server
The External interface in the setup wizard refers to the WAN1
interface of the FortiGate unit.
Starting IP:
Ending IP:
Netmask:
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
Default
Gateway:
DNS IP:
_____._____._____._____
Your FortiGate firewall contains a DHCP server to automatically set up
the addresses of computers on your internal network
Web Server:
SMTP Server:
POP3 Server:
IMAP Server:
FTP Server:
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
Internal servers
If you provide access from the Internet to a web server, SMTP server,
POP3 server IMAP server, or FTP server installed on an internal
network, add the IP addresses of the servers here.
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NAT/Route mode installation
Table 8: Setup wizard settings
High
Create a protection profile that enables virus
scanning, file blocking, and blocking of oversize
email for HTTP, FTP, IMAP, POP3, and SMTP. Add
this protection profile to a default firewall policy.
Medium
Create a protection profile that enables virus
scanning, for HTTP, FTP, IMAP, POP3, and SMTP
(recommended). Add this protection profile to a
default firewall policy.
Antivirus
None
Do not configure antivirus protection.
Select one of these security levels to protect your network from viruses.
Starting the setup wizard
1
In the web-based manager, select Easy Setup Wizard.
Figure 9: Select the Easy Setup Wizard
2
Follow the instructions on the wizard pages and use the information that you gathered
in Table 6 on page 28 and Table 8 on page 33 to fill in the wizard fields.
3
4
Select the Next button to step through the wizard pages.
Confirm the configuration settings, and then select Finish and Close.
Note: If you change the IP address of the interface you are connecting to, you must connect
address of the interface. If the new IP address of the interface is on a different subnet, you may
have to change the IP address of your computer to the same subnet.
Note: If you use the setup wizard to configure internal server settings, the FortiGate unit adds
port forwarding virtual IPs and firewall policies for each server. For each server located on your
internal network the FortiGate unit adds a WAN1->Internal firewall policy.
You are now finished the initial configuration of the FortiGate unit.
Connecting the FortiGate unit to the network(s)
When you have completed the initial configuration, you can connect the FortiGate unit
between your internal network and the Internet.
The following network connections are available on the FortiGate-60 unit:
•
A 4-port switch for connecting the FortiGate internal interface to your internal
network,
•
•
One WAN1 port for connecting to your public switch or router and the Internet,
One WAN2 port for connecting to a second public switch or router and the Internet
for a redundant Internet connection,
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•
•
One DMZ port for connecting to a DMZ network.
Modem is the interface for connecting an external modem to the FortiGate-60. See
Note: You can also connect the WAN1 and WAN2 interfaces to different Internet connections to
provide a redundant connection to the Internet.
To connect the FortiGate unit:
1
2
3
4
Connect the Internal interface connectors to PCs and other network devices in your
internal network.
The Internal interface functions as a switch, allowing up to four devices to be
connected to the internal network and the internal interface.
Connect the WAN1 interface to the Internet.
Connect to the public switch or router provided by your Internet Service Provider. If
you are a DSL or cable subscriber, connect the WAN1 interface to the internal or LAN
connection of your DSL or cable modem.
Optionally connect the WAN2 interface to the Internet.
Connect to the public switch or router, usually provided by a different Internet Service
Provider. If you are a DSL or cable subscriber, connect the WAN2 interface to the
internal or LAN connection of your DSL or cable modem.
Optionally, connect the DMZ interface to your DMZ network.
You can use a DMZ network to provide access from the Internet to a web server or
other server without installing the servers on your internal network.
Figure 10: FortiGate-60 NAT/Route mode connections
DMZ Network
Internal Network
Web Server
Mail Server
DMZ
Wireless Network
Internal
INTERNAL
PWR
STATUS
1
2
3
4
DMZ
WAN1
WAN2
FortiGate-60
LINK 100 LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
WAN1
WAN2
Broadband (cable or DSL)
T1
Internet
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NAT/Route mode installation
Configuring the networks
If you are running the FortiGate unit in NAT/Route mode, your networks must be
configured to route all Internet traffic to the IP address of the FortiGate interface to
which they are connected.
•
•
•
For the internal network, change the default gateway address of all computers and
routers connected directly to your internal network to the IP address of the
FortiGate internal interface.
For the DMZ network, change the default gateway address of all computers and
routers connected directly to your DMZ network to the IP address of the FortiGate
DMZ interface.
For the external network, route all packets to the FortiGate WAN1 or WAN 2
interface.
If you are using the FortiGate unit as the DHCP server for your internal network,
configure the computers on your internal network for DHCP.
Make sure that the connected FortiGate unit is functioning properly by connecting to
the Internet from a computer on the internal network. You should be able to connect to
any Internet address.
Configuring the Modem interface
In NAT/Route mode, you use the modem interface as either a redundant interface or
standalone interface to the Internet.
•
In redundant mode, the modem interface automatically takes over from a selected
ethernet interface when that ethernet interface is unavailable.
•
In standalone mode, the modem interface is the connection from the FortiGate unit
to the Internet.
When connecting to the ISP, in either configuration, the FortiGate unit modem can
automatically dial up to three dialup accounts until the modem connects to an ISP.
The modem interface connects to the FortiGate USB interface. You must connect an
external modem to the USB interface.
Next steps
You can use the following information to configure FortiGate system time, to register
the FortiGate unit, and to configure antivirus and attack definition updates.
Refer to the FortiGate Administration Guide for complete information on configuring,
monitoring, and maintaining the FortiGate unit.
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Next steps
To set the date and time
For effective scheduling and logging, the FortiGate system date and time must be
accurate. You can either manually set the system date and time or configure the
FortiGate unit to automatically keep its time correct by synchronizing with a Network
Time Protocol (NTP) server.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Go to System > Config > Time.
Select Refresh to display the current FortiGate system date and time.
Select a Time Zone from the list.
Optionally, select Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes check box.
Select Set Time and set the FortiGate system date and time.
Set the hour, minute, second, month, day, and year as required.
Select Apply.
To use NTP to set the FortiGate date and time
1
2
Go to System > Config > Time.
Select Synchronize with NTP Server to configure the FortiGate unit to use NTP to
automatically set the system time and date.
3
Enter the IP address or domain name of the NTP server that the FortiGate unit can
use to set its time and date.
4
5
Specify how often the FortiGate unit should synchronize its time with the NTP server.
Select Apply.
To register the FortiGate unit
After purchasing and installing a new FortiGate unit, you can register the unit by going
to the System Update Support page, or using a web browser to connect to
To register, enter your contact information and the serial numbers of the FortiGate
units that you or your organization have purchased. You can register multiple
FortiGate units in a single session without re-entering your contact information.
To configure virus, attack, and spam definition updates
You can configure the FortiGate unit to automatically keep virus, grayware, and attack
definitions up to date.
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NAT/Route mode installation
1
2
Go to System > Maintenance > Update Center.
Select Refresh to test the FortiGate unit connectivity with the FortiProtect Distribution
Network (FDN).
To be able to connect to the FDN the FortiGate unit default route must point to a
network such as the Internet to which a connection to the FDN can be established.
If FortiProtect Distribution Network changes to Available, then the FortiGate unit can
connect to the FDN.
3
Select Scheduled Update and configure a schedule for receiving antivirus and attack
definition updates.
4
5
Select Apply.
You can also select Update Now to receive the latest virus and attack definition
updates.
For more information about FortiGate settings see the FortiGate Online Help or the
FortiGate Administration Guide.
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Transparent mode installation
This chapter describes how to install a FortiGate unit in Transparent mode. If you want
to install the FortiGate unit in NAT/Route mode, see “NAT/Route mode installation” on
availability installation” on page 47. For more information about installing the FortiGate
This chapter describes:
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•
•
•
•
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Preparing to configure Transparent mode
Use Table 9 to gather the information that you need to customize Transparent mode
settings.
You can configure Transparent mode using four methods:
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•
•
•
the web-based manager GUI
front control buttons and LCD
command line interface (CLI)
setup wizard
The method you choose depends on the complexity of the configuration, access and
equipment, and the type of interface you are most comfortable using.
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Table 9: Transparent mode settings
Administrator Password:
IP:
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____
Netmask:
Default Gateway:
Management IP
DNS Settings
The management IP address and netmask must be valid for the network
from which you will manage the FortiGate unit. Add a default gateway if the
FortiGate unit must connect to a router to reach the management
computer.
Primary DNS Server:
_____._____._____._____
Secondary DNS Server: _____._____._____._____
Using the web-based manager
You can use the web-based manager to complete the initial configuration of the
FortiGate unit. You can continue to use the web-based manager for all FortiGate unit
settings.
For information about connecting to the web-based manager, see “Connecting to the
The first time you connect to the FortiGate unit, it is configured to run in NAT/Route
mode.
To switch to Transparent mode using the web-based manager
Go to System > Status.
1
2
3
4
Select Change beside the Operation Mode.
Select Transparent in the Operation Mode list.
Select OK.
To reconnect to the web-based manager, change the IP address of the management
computer to 10.10.10.2. Connect to the internal or DMZ interface and browse to
FortiGate Transparent mode management IP address is 10.10.10.1.
To change the Management IP
1
2
Go to System > Network > Management.
Enter the management IP address and netmask that you recorded in Table 9 on
page 40.
3
4
Select access methods and logging for any interfaces as required.
Select Apply.
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Using the command line interface
To configure DNS server settings
1
2
3
4
Go to System > Network > DNS.
Enter the IP address of the primary DNS server.
Enter the IP address of the secondary DNS server.
Select OK.
To configure the default gateway
1
2
Go to System > Network > Management.
Set Default Gateway to the default gateway IP address that you recorded in Table 9
on page 40.
3
Select Apply.
Reconnecting to the web-based manager
If you changed the IP address of the management interface while you were using the
setup wizard, you must reconnect to the web-based manager using the new IP
interface. Otherwise, you can reconnect to the web-based manager by browsing to
sure that you have added a default gateway for that router to the management IP
default gateway field.
Using the command line interface
As an alternative to the web-based manager or setup wizard you can begin the initial
configuration of the FortiGate unit using the command line interface (CLI). To connect
information that you gathered in Table 9 on page 40 to complete the following
procedures.
To change to Transparent mode using the CLI
1
2
Make sure that you are logged into the CLI.
Switch to Transparent mode. Enter:
config system global
set opmode transparent
end
The FortiGate unit restarts. After a few seconds, the login prompt appears.
3
4
Type adminand press Enter.
The following prompt appears:
Welcome !
Confirm that the FortiGate unit has switched to Transparent mode. Enter:
get system status
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The CLI displays the status of the FortiGate unit including the following line of text:
Operation mode: Transparent
To configure the management IP address
1
2
Make sure that you are logged into the CLI.
Set the management IP address and netmask to the IP address and netmask that you
recorded in Table 9 on page 40. Enter:
config system manageip
set ip <address_ip> <netmask>
end
Example
config system manageip
set ip 10.10.10.2 255.255.255.0
end
3
1
Confirm that the address is correct. Enter:
get system manageip
The CLI lists the management IP address and netmask.
To configure DNS server settings
Set the primary and secondary DNS server IP addresses. Enter
config system dns
set primary <address_ip>
set secondary <address_ip>
end
Example
config system dns
set primary 293.44.75.21
set secondary 293.44.75.22
end
To configure the default gateway
1
2
Make sure that you are logged into the CLI.
Set the default route to the default gateway that you recorded in Table 9 on page 40.
Enter:
config router static
edit 1
set dst 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0
set gateway <address_gateway>
set device <interface>
end
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Using the setup wizard
Example
If the default gateway IP is 204.23.1.2 and this gateway is connected to port 2:
config router static
edit 1
set dst 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0
set gateway 204.23.1.2
set device port2
end
Using the setup wizard
From the web-based manager, you can use the setup wizard to begin the initial
configuration of the FortiGate unit. For information about connecting to the web-based
The first time you connect to the FortiGate unit, it is configured to run in NAT/Route
mode.
To switch to Transparent mode using the web-based manager
Go to System > Status.
1
2
3
4
Select Change beside the Operation Mode.
Select Transparent in the Operation Mode list.
Select OK.
To reconnect to the web-based manager, change the IP address of the management
computer to 10.10.10.2. Connect to the internal or DMZ interface and browse to
FortiGate Transparent mode management IP address is 10.10.10.1.
To start the setup wizard
1
2
3
Select Easy Setup Wizard (the middle button in the upper-right corner of the
web-based manager).
Use the information that you gathered in Table 9 on page 40 to fill in the wizard fields.
Select the Next button to step through the wizard pages.
Confirm your configuration settings, and then select Finish and Close.
Reconnecting to the web-based manager
If you changed the IP address of the management interface while you were using the
setup wizard, you must reconnect to the web-based manager using the new IP
interface. Otherwise, you can reconnect to the web-based manager by browsing to
sure that you have added a default gateway for that router to the management IP
default gateway field.
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Connecting the FortiGate unit to your network
When you have completed the initial configuration, you can connect the FortiGate unit
between your internal network and the Internet using the Internal and WAN1
interfaces. You can also connect networks to the DMZ interface and the WAN2
interface.
There are seven 10/100Base-TX connectors on the FortiGate-60:
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•
•
Four Internal ports for connecting to your internal network,
WAN1 can connect to an external firewall or router.
DMZ and WAN2 can connect to other network segments.
To connect the FortiGate unit running in Transparent mode:
1
2
Connect the Internal interface connectors to PCs and other network devices in your
internal network.
The Internal interface functions as a switch, allowing up to four devices to be
connected to the internal network and the internal interface.
Connect the WAN1 interface to the network segment connected to the external
firewall or router.
Connect to the public switch or router provided by your Internet Service Provider. If
you are a DSL or cable subscriber, connect the WAN1 interface to the internal or LAN
connection of your DSL or cable modem.
3
Optionally connect the WAN2 and DMZ interfaces to other networks.
Figure 11: FortiGate-60 Transparent mode connections
Internal Network
Other Network
Hub or Switch
DMZ
Internal
Hub or Switch
INTERNAL
PWR
STATUS
1
2
3
4
DMZ
WAN1
WAN2
FortiGate-60
LINK 100 LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
WAN1
Public Switch
or Router
Internet
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Next steps
Next steps
You can use the following information to configure FortiGate system time, to register
the FortiGate unit, and to configure antivirus and attack definition updates.
Refer to the FortiGate Administration Guide for complete information on configuring,
monitoring, and maintaining your FortiGate unit.
To set the date and time
For effective scheduling and logging, the FortiGate system date and time must be
accurate. You can either manually set the system date and time or configure the
FortiGate unit to automatically keep its time correct by synchronizing with a Network
Time Protocol (NTP) server.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Go to System > Config > Time.
Select Refresh to display the current FortiGate system date and time.
Select your Time Zone from the list.
Optionally, select Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes check box.
Select Set Time and set the FortiGate system date and time.
Set the hour, minute, second, month, day, and year as required.
Select Apply.
To use NTP to set the FortiGate date and time
1
2
Go to System > Config > Time.
Select Synchronize with NTP Server to configure the FortiGate unit to use NTP to
automatically set the system time and date.
3
Enter the IP address or domain name of the NTP server that the FortiGate unit can
use to set its time and date.
4
5
Specify how often the FortiGate unit should synchronize its time with the NTP server.
Select Apply.
To register your FortiGate unit
After purchasing and installing a new FortiGate unit, you can register the unit by going
to the System Update Support page, or using a web browser to connect to
To register, enter your contact information and the serial numbers of the FortiGate
units that you or your organization have purchased. You can register multiple
FortiGate units in a single session without re-entering your contact information.
To configure virus, attack, and spam definition updates
You can configure the FortiGate unit to automatically keep virus, grayware, and attack
definitions up to date.
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Transparent mode installation
1
2
Go to System > Maintenance > Update Center.
Select Refresh to test the FortiGate unit connectivity with the FortiProtect Distribution
Network (FDN).
To be able to connect to the FDN the FortiGate unit default route must point to a
network such as the Internet to which a connection to the FDN can be established.
If FortiProtect Distribution Network changes to Available, then the FortiGate unit can
connect to the FDN.
3
Select Scheduled Update and configure a schedule for receiving antivirus and attack
definition updates.
4
5
Select Apply.
You can also select Update Now to receive the latest virus and attack definition
updates.
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High availability installation
This chapter describes how to install two or more FortiGate units in an HA cluster. HA
installation involves three basic steps:
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For information about HA, see the FortiGate Administration Guide and the FortiOS
High Availability technical note.
Priorities of heartbeat device and monitor priorities
The procedures in this chapter do not include steps for changing the priorities of
heartbeat devices or for configuring monitor priorities settings. Both of these HA
settings should be configured after the cluster is up and running.
Configuring FortiGate units for HA operation
A FortiGate HA cluster consists of two or more FortiGate units with the same HA
configuration. This section describes how to configure each of the FortiGate units to
be added to a cluster for HA operation. The procedures are the same for active-active
and active-passive HA.
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•
•
High availability configuration settings
Use the following table to select the HA configuration settings for the FortiGate units in
the HA cluster.
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Table 10: High availability settings
Active-Active
Load balancing and failover HA. Each FortiGate unit in the
HA cluster actively processes connections and monitors the
status of the other FortiGate units in the cluster. The
primary FortiGate unit in the cluster controls load balancing.
Mode
Active-Passive Failover HA. The primary FortiGate unit in the cluster
processes all connections. All other FortiGate units in the
cluster are passively monitor the cluster status and remain
synchronized with the primary FortiGate unit.
All members of the HA cluster must be set to the same HA mode.
The group ID range is from 0 to 63. All members of the HA cluster must have
the same group ID.
When the FortiGate units in the cluster are switched to HA mode, all of the
interfaces of all of the units in the cluster get the same virtual MAC address.
This virtual MAC address is set according to the group ID.
Group ID
MAC Address
0
00-09-0f-06-ff-00
00-09-0f-06-ff-01
00-09-0f-06-ff-02
00-09-0f-06-ff-03
1
Group ID
2
3
…
63
00-09-0f-06-ff-3f
If you have more than one HA cluster on the same network, each cluster
should have a different group ID. If two clusters on the same network have
same group ID, the duplicate MAC addresses cause addressing conflicts on
the network.
The unit with the highest priority becomes the primary unit in the cluster. The
unit priority range is 0 to 255. The default unit priority is 128.
Set the unit priority to a higher value if you want the FortiGate unit to be the
primary cluster unit. Set the unit priority to a lower value if you want the
FortiGate unit to be a subordinate unit in the cluster. If all units have the
same priority, the FortiGate unit with the highest serial number becomes the
primary cluster unit.
Unit priority
Override
Master
You can configure a FortiGate unit to always become the primary unit in the
cluster by giving it a high priority and by selecting Override master.
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Table 10: High availability settings (Continued)
The schedule controls load balancing among the FortiGate units in the
active-active HA cluster. The schedule must be the same for all FortiGate
units in the HA cluster.
None
No load balancing. Select None when the cluster interfaces
are connected to load balancing switches.
Hub
Load balancing for hubs. Select Hub if the cluster interfaces
are connected to a hub. Traffic is distributed to units in a
cluster based on the Source IP and Destination IP of the
packet.
Least
Connection
Least connection load balancing. If the FortiGate units are
connected using switches, select Least connection to
distribute traffic to the cluster unit with the fewest
concurrent connections.
Round Robin Round robin load balancing. If the FortiGate units are
connected using switches, select round robin to distribute
traffic to the next available cluster unit.
Weighted
Round Robin
Weighted round robin load balancing. Similar to round
robin, but weighted values are assigned to each of the units
in a cluster based on their capacity and on how many
connections they are currently processing. For example,
the primary unit should have a lower weighted value
because it handles scheduling and forwards traffic.
Weighted round robin distributes traffic more evenly
because units that are not processing traffic will be more
likely to receive new connections than units that are very
busy.
Schedule
Random
IP
Random load balancing. If the FortiGate units are
connected using switches, select random to randomly
distribute traffic to cluster units.
Load balancing according to IP address. If the FortiGate
units are connected using switches, select IP to distribute
traffic to units in a cluster based on the Source IP and
Destination IP of the packet.
IP Port
Load balancing according to IP address and port. If the
FortiGate units are connected using switches, select IP Port
to distribute traffic to units in a cluster based on the Source
IP, Source Port, Destination IP, and Destination port of the
packet.
Configuring FortiGate units for HA using the web-based manager
Use the following procedure to configure each FortiGate unit for HA operation.
To change the FortiGate unit host name
Changing the host name is optional, but you can use host names to identify individual
cluster units.
1
2
Power on the FortiGate unit to be configured.
Connect to the web-based manager.
3
4
5
Go to System > Status.
In the Host Name field of the Unit Information section, select Change.
Type a new host name and select OK.
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To configure a FortiGate unit for HA operation
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Go to System > Config > HA.
Select High Availability.
Select the mode.
Select a Group ID for the HA cluster.
If required, change the Unit Priority.
If required, select Override master.
Enter and confirm a password for the HA cluster.
If you are configuring Active-Active HA, select a schedule.
Select Apply.
The FortiGate unit negotiates to establish an HA cluster. When you select apply you
may temporarily lose connectivity with the FortiGate unit as the negotiation takes
place.
10
11
If you are configuring a NAT/Route mode cluster, power off the FortiGate unit and
then repeat this procedure for all the FortiGate units in the cluster. Once all of the units
If you are configuring a Transparent mode cluster, reconnect to the web-based
manager.
You may have to wait a few minutes before you can reconnect.
12
13
Go to System > Status.
Select Change to Transparent Mode and select OK to switch the FortiGate unit to
Transparent mode.
14
Allow the FortiGate unit to restart in Transparent mode and then power off the
FortiGate unit.
15
16
Repeat this procedure for all of the FortiGate units in the cluster.
Once all units are configured, continue with “Connecting the cluster to your networks”
Configuring FortiGate units for HA using the CLI
Use the following procedure to configure each FortiGate unit for HA operation.
To change the FortiGate unit host name
1
2
Power on the FortiGate unit to be configured.
Connect to the CLI.
3
Change the host name.
config system global
set hostname <name_str>
end
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Connecting the cluster to your networks
To configure the FortiGate unit for HA operation
1
Configure HA settings.
Use the following command to:
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•
•
•
•
•
Set the HA mode
Set the Group ID
Change the unit priority
Enable override master
Enter an HA password
Select an active-active HA schedule
config system ha
set mode {a-a | a-p | standalone}
set groupid <id_integer>
set priority <priority_integer>
set override {disable | enable}
set password <password_str>
set schedule {hub | ip | ipport | leastconnection | none
| random | round-robin | weight-round-robin}
end
The FortiGate unit negotiates to establish an HA cluster.
2
3
If you are configuring a NAT/Route mode cluster, power off the FortiGate unit and
then repeat this procedure for all the FortiGate units in the cluster. Once all of the units
If you are configuring a Transparent mode cluster, switch the FortiGate unit to
Transparent mode.
config system global
set opmode transparent
end
4
5
Allow the FortiGate unit to restart in Transparent mode and then power off the
FortiGate unit.
Repeat this procedure for all of the FortiGate units in the cluster then continue with
Connecting the cluster to your networks
Use the following procedure to connect a cluster operating in NAT/Route mode or
Transparent mode. Connect the FortiGate units in the cluster to each other and to
your network. You must connect all matching interfaces in the cluster to the same hub
or switch. Then you must connect these interfaces to their networks using the same
hub or switch.
Fortinet recommends using switches for all cluster connections for the best
performance.
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Inserting an HA cluster into your network temporarily interrupts communications on
the network because new physical connections are being made to route traffic through
the cluster. Also, starting the cluster interrupts network traffic until the individual
FortiGate units in the cluster are functioning and the cluster completes negotiation.
Cluster negotiation normally takes just a few seconds. During system startup and
negotiation all network traffic is dropped.
To connect the cluster
1
Connect the cluster units:
•
•
•
Connect the internal interfaces of each FortiGate unit to a switch or hub connected
to your internal network.
Connect the WAN1 interfaces of each FortiGate unit to a switch or hub connected
to your external network.
Connect the DMZ interfaces of the FortiGate units to another switch or hub. By
default the DMZ interfaces are used for HA heartbeat communications. These
interfaces should be connected together for the HA cluster to function.
•
Optionally connect the WAN2 interface of each FortiGate unit to a switch or hub
connected a second external network.
Figure 12: HA network configuration
Internal Network
Internal
WAN1
INTERNAL
PWR
STATUS
1
2
3
4
DMZ
WAN1
WAN2
LINK 100 LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
DMZ
DMZ
Hub or
Switch
Hub or
Switch
INTERNAL
Router
PWR
STATUS
1
2
3
4
DMZ
WAN1
WAN2
LINK 100 LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
LINK 100
Internal
WAN1
Internet
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Installing and configuring the cluster
2
Power on all the FortiGate units in the cluster.
As the units start, they negotiate to choose the primary cluster unit and the
subordinate units. This negotiation occurs with no user intervention and normally just
takes a few seconds.
Installing and configuring the cluster
When negotiation is complete the you can configure the cluster as if it was a single
FortiGate unit.
•
If you are installing a NAT/Route mode cluster, use the information in “NAT/Route
mode installation” on page 27 to install the cluster on your network
•
If you are installing a Transparent mode cluster, use the information in
“Transparent mode installation” on page 39 to install the cluster on your network.
The configurations of all of the FortiGate units in the cluster are synchronized so that
the FortiGate units can function as a cluster. Because of this synchronization, you
configure and manage the HA cluster instead of managing the individual FortiGate
units in the cluster. You can configure and manage the cluster by connecting to the
cluster web-based manager using any cluster interface configured for HTTPS
administrative access. You can also configure and manage the cluster by connecting
to the CLI using any cluster interface configured for SSH administrative access.
When you connect to the cluster, you are actually connecting to the primary cluster
unit. The cluster automatically synchronizes all configuration changes to the
subordinate units in the cluster as the changes are made.
The only configuration settings that are not synchronized are the HA configuration
(except for the interface heartbeat device and monitoring configuration) and the
FortiGate host name.
For more information about configuring a cluster, see the FortiGate Administration
Guide.
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Configuring the modem interface
The FortiGate-60 includes the option of an external modem for use as either a
redundant interface or a standalone interface in NAT/Route mode.
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•
In redundant mode, the modem interface automatically takes over from a selected
ethernet interface when that ethernet interface is unavailable.
In standalone mode, the modem interface is the connection from the FortiGate unit
to the Internet.
When connecting to an ISP in either configuration, the modem can automatically dial
up to three dialup accounts until the modem connects to an ISP.
This chapter describes:
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•
•
•
•
Selecting a modem mode
The external modem, when connected to the FortiGate-60 can work in one of two
modes, depending on your requirements:
•
•
redundant mode
standalone mode.
Redundant mode configuration
The redundant modem interface in redundant mode backs up a selected ethernet
interface. If that ethernet interface disconnects from its network, the modem
automatically dials the configured dialup account(s). When the modem connects to a
dialup account, the FortiGate unit routes IP packets normally destined for the selected
ethernet interface to the modem interface. During this time, the unit pings the ethernet
connection to check when it is back online.
When the ethernet interface can connect to its network again, the FortiGate unit
disconnects the modem interface and switches back to the ethernet interface.
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Selecting a modem mode
Configuring the modem interface
For the FortiGate unit to switch from an ethernet interface to the modem you must
select the name of the interface in the modem configuration and configure a ping
server for that interface. You must also configure firewall policies for connections
between the modem interface and other FortiGate interfaces.
Note: Do not add policies for connections between the modem interface and the interface that
the modem is backing up.
To configure backup modeTo configure a redundant modem connection
Go to System > Network > Modem.
1
2
3
Select Redundant for the mode.
From the Redundant for list, select the ethernet interface that you want the modem to
back up.
4
5
6
Configure other modem settings as required.
Configure a ping server for the ethernet interface selected in step 3.
Configure firewall policies for connections to the modem interface.
Standalone mode configuration
In standalone mode, you manually connect the modem to a dialup account. The
modem interface operates as the primary connection to the Internet. The FortiGate
unit routes traffic through the modem interface, which remains permanently connected
to the dialup account.
If the connection to the dialup account fails, the FortiGate unit automatically redials
the modem. The modem redials the ISP number based on the amount of times
specified by the redial limit, or until it connects to a dialup account.
In standalone mode the modem interface replaces the WAN1 or WAN2 ethernet
interface. When configuring the modem, you must set Redundant for to the name of
the ethernet interface that the modem interface replaces. You must also configure
firewall policies for connections between the modem interface and other FortiGate
interfaces.
Note: Do not add a default route to the ethernet interface that the modem interface replaces.
Note: Do not add firewall policies for connections between the ethernet interface that the
modem replaces and other interfaces.
To operate in standalone mode
1
2
Go to System > Network > Modem.
From the Redundant for list, select the ethernet interface that the modem is replacing.
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Configuring modem settings
3
Configure other modem settings as required.
Make sure there is correct information in one or more Dialup Accounts.
4
5
Configure firewall policies for connections to the modem interface.
Select Dial Up.
The FortiGate unit initiates dialing into each dialup account in turn until the modem
connects to an ISP.
Configuring modem settings
Configure modem settings so that the FortiGate unit uses the modem to connect to
your ISP dialup accounts. You can configure the modem to connect to up to three
dialup accounts. You can also enable and disable FortiGate modem support,
configure what the modem dials, and select the FortiGate interface that the modem is
redundant for.
Figure 13: Modem settings (Standalone and Redundant)
Enable Modem or
Enable USB Modem
Select to enable the FortiGate modem. Depending on the model, the
modem is internal or it is a USB-connected external modem.
Modem status
The modem status shows one of: "not active", "connecting",
"connected", "disconnecting" or "hung up” (Standalone mode only).
Dial Now/Hang Up
(Standalone mode only) Select Dial Now to manually connect to a
dialup account. If the modem is connected, you can select Hang Up to
manually disconnect the modem.
Mode
Select Standalone or Redundant mode. In Standalone mode, the
modem is an independent interface. In Redundant mode, the modem is
a backup facility for a selected Ethernet interface.
Auto-dial
Redundant for
(Standalone mode only) Select to dial the modem automatically if the
connection is lost or the FortiGate unit is restarted. You cannot select
Auto-dial if Dial on demand is selected.
(Redundant mode only) Select the ethernet interface for which the
modem provides backup service.
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Connecting and disconnecting the modem in Standalone mode
Configuring the modem interface
Dial on demand
(Standalone mode only) Select to dial the modem when packets are
routed to the modem interface. The modem disconnects after the idle
timeout period. You cannot select Dial on demand if Auto-dial is
selected.
Idle timeout
(Standalone mode only) Enter the timeout duration in minutes. After this
period of inactivity, the modem disconnects.
Holddown
Timer
(Redundant mode only) Enter the time (1-60 seconds) that the
FortiGate unit waits before switching from the modem interface to the
primary interface, after the primary interface has been restored. The
default is 1 second. Configure a higher value if you find the FortiGate
unit switching repeatedly between the primary interface and the modem
interface.
Redial Limit
The maximum number of times (1-10) that the FortiGate unit modem
attempts to reconnect to the ISP if the connection fails. The default
redial limit is 1. Select None to have no limit on redial attempts.
Dialup Account
Phone Number
Configure up to three dialup accounts. The FortiGate unit tries
connecting to each account in order until a connection can be
established.
The phone number required to connect to the dialup account. Do not
add spaces to the phone number. Make sure to include standard special
characters for pauses, country codes, and other functions as required
by your modem to connect to your dialup account.
User Name
Password
The user name (maximum 63 characters) sent to the ISP.
The password sent to the ISP.
You can configure and use the modem in NAT/Route mode only.
To configure modem settings
1
2
3
4
5
Go to System > Network > Modem.
Select Enable Modem.
Change any of the following dialup connection settings:
Enter the following Dialup Account 1 settings:
If you have multiple dialup accounts, enter Phone Number, User Name, and Password
for Dialup Account 2 and Dialup Account 3.
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Select Apply.
Connecting and disconnecting the modem in Standalone mode
To connect to a dialup account
1
2
3
4
Go to System > Network > Modem.
Select Enable Modem.
Make sure there is correct information in one or more Dialup Accounts.
Select Apply if you make any configuration changes.
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Configuring the modem interface
Defining a Ping Server
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Select Dial Now.
The FortiGate unit initiates dialing into each dialup account in turn until the modem
connects to an ISP.
Modem status is one of the following:
not active
active
The modem interface is not connected to the ISP.
The modem interface is attempting to connect to the ISP, or is connected to
the ISP.
A green check mark indicates the active dialup account.
The IP address and netmask assigned to the modem interface appears on the System
Network Interface page of the web-based manager.
To disconnect the modem
Use the following procedure to disconnect the modem from a dialup account.
Go to System > Network > Modem.
1
2
Select Hang Up if you want to disconnect from the dialup account.
Defining a Ping Server
Adding a ping server is required for routing failover for the modem in redundant mode.
A ping server confirms the connectivity to an ethernet interface.
To add a ping server to an interface
Go to System > Network > Interface.
Choose an interface and select Edit.
1
2
3
Set Ping Server to the IP address of the next hop router on the network connected to
the interface.
4
5
Select the Enable check box.
Select OK to save the changes.
Dead gateway detection
The FortiGate unit uses dead gateway detection to ping the Ping Server IP address to
make sure that the FortiGate unit can connect to this IP address.
Modify dead gateway detection to control how the FortiGate unit confirms connectivity
with a ping server added to an interface configuration. For information about adding a
ping server to an interface, above.
To modify the dead gateway detection settings
1
2
Go to System > Config > Options.
For Detection Interval, type a number in seconds to specify how often the FortiGate
unit tests the connection to the ping target.
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Adding firewall policies for modem connections
Configuring the modem interface
3
4
For Fail-over Detection, type a number of times that the connection test fails before
the FortiGate unit assumes that the gateway is no longer functioning.
Select Apply.
Adding firewall policies for modem connections
The modem interface requires firewall addresses and policies. You can add one or
more addresses to the modem interface. For information about adding addresses, see
the FortiGate Administration Guide. When you add addresses, the modem interface
appears on the policy grid.
You can configure firewall policies to control the flow of packets between the modem
interface and the other interfaces on the FortiGate unit. For information about adding
firewall policies, see the FortiGate Administration Guide.
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Index
A
C
I
internal network
IP addresses
cluster
connect
L
lease duration
connecting
M
management IP address
modem
D
default gateway
N
NAT/Route mode
E
F
P
firewall policies
R
H
redundant mode
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Index
Transparent mode
S
standalone mode
W
starting IP
wizard
T
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