Fortinet 310B-LENC quick start Package Contents, Connecting, Configuration Tools

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LED

State

Description

 

QuickStart Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power

Green

The FortiGate unit is on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FortiGate-310B-LENC

Off

The FortiGate unit is off.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Status

Green

Flashes during startup

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Off

The FortiGate unit is running normally.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HA

Green

The FortiGate unit is running in HA mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Off

The FortiGate unit is not in HA mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alarm

Amber

TBD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Off

The FortiGate unit is running normally.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Left LED

Green

The correct cable is in use and the connected equipment has power.

 

 

 

 

NP2 Powered

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ports 1 to 10

Off

No network cable connected.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Green

Network speed of 1000 megabyte.

 

POWER

STATUS

 

 

 

 

 

 

HA

 

 

Right LED

 

 

 

310B-LENC

ALARM

 

 

 

ASM

 

 

 

 

1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 9/10 USB CONSOLE

 

Ports 1 to 10

Yellow

Network speed of 100 megabyte.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Off

Network speed of 10 megabyte.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Package Contents

Connector

Type

Speed

Protocol

Description

Internal

RJ-45

10/100/1000 Base-T

Ethernet

10-port switch connection to up to ten devices or the internal network.

CONSOLE

RJ-45

9600 bps

RS-232

Optional connection to the management computer.

 

 

8/N/1

serial

Provides access to the command line interface.

USB

USB

 

USB

Optional connection for USB key for firmware backup and installation.

Status LEDs

 

 

10 port

 

 

RJ-45 serial

AMC

 

 

 

 

 

 

connection

single-width

 

QuickStart Guide

Power LED

 

 

 

switch

 

 

USB

 

module slot

 

FortiGate-310B-LENC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NP2 Powered

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tools and Documenation

310B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STATUS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Copyright 2008 Fortinet

 

ALARM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trademarks

POWER

HA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Products mentioned in this document are trademarks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

310B-LENC

 

1/2

3/4

5/6

7/8

9/10

USB

CONSOLE

 

ASM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rack-Mount

Welcome Bienvenue Willkommen 歓迎 Bienvenido Benvenuto

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brackets

 

Redundant

AC power

DC power

connection

connection

 

AC Power Cable

Straight-through

RJ-45 to

Ethernet cable

DB-9 Serial Cable

Connecting

Connect the following to the FortiGate unit. Ensure the FortiGate unit is placed on a stable surface.

Insert a network cable to port 1. Insert the other end to the router connected to the Inter- net, or to the modem.

Connect a network cable to the Internal port. Insert the other end to a computer or switch.

Connect the AC Power Cord to the Power Supply.

Connect the redundant DC Power Supply to the FortiGate unit if applicable.

Connect the Power Cord to a surge protected power bar or power supply.

Ethernet cables connect to

 

 

 

 

 

RJ-45 to DB-9 serial cable

computers on the internal network

 

 

 

 

 

connects to management

and to the Internet (public switch

 

 

 

 

 

computer

or router)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NP2 Powered

 

 

 

 

 

STATUS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ALARM

 

 

 

 

 

 

POWER

HA

 

 

 

 

 

 

310B-LENC

1/2

3/4

5/6

7/8

9/10

USB CONSOLE

ASM

 

Redundant DC

Power cable

connects to

power supply

power supply

 

Configuration Tools

Web-based manager

The FortiGate web-based manager is an easy to use management tool.

Use it to configure the administrator password, the interface and default gateway addresses, and the DNS server addresses.

Requirements:

An Ethernet connection between the FortiGate unit and management computer.

A web browser such as FireFox or Internet Explorer on the management computer.

Command Line Interface (CLI)

The 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 configure advanced settings, see the Tools and Documentation CD included with the FortiGate unit.

Requirements:

The RJ-45 to DB9 serial connection between the FortiGate unit and management com- puter.

A terminal emulation application (HyperTerminal for Windows) on the management computer.

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310B-LENC specifications

The Fortinet 310B-LENC is a robust security appliance designed to provide comprehensive threat protection for medium to large enterprises. As part of the FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) series, the 310B-LENC combines advanced security features with high-performance capabilities, ensuring that organizations can stay ahead of evolving cyber threats while maintaining operational efficiency.

One of the key features of the Fortinet 310B-LENC is its firewall capabilities, which utilize stateful inspection to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. This firewall technology is paired with advanced intrusion prevention systems (IPS) that help detect and prevent potential vulnerabilities and attacks in real-time. The IPS component is powered by Fortinet’s unique FortiOS operating system, which is designed to manage security policies seamlessly across the network.

In addition to classic firewall functionalities, the FortiGate 310B-LENC incorporates integrated anti-virus and anti-malware protection. The appliance leverages FortiGuard Labs’ extensive threat intelligence database, which provides timely updates to defend against the latest malware and ransomware attacks. By utilizing signature-based detection, heuristics, and behavior analysis, the device can identify and mitigate threats before they can affect the network.

Another notable technology featured in the 310B-LENC is its SSL inspection capabilities. This allows organizations to inspect encrypted traffic for hidden threats while upholding regulatory compliance and ensuring user privacy. The ability to inspect SSL/TLS traffic is crucial in today’s security landscape, where a significant portion of Internet traffic is encrypted.

The Fortinet 310B-LENC also supports advanced VPN capabilities, which enable secure remote access for employees and branch offices. By utilizing both IPsec and SSL VPN technologies, the appliance ensures secure, reliable connections that maintain employee productivity without compromising sensitive data.

In terms of scalability, the FortiGate 310B-LENC is equipped with multiple interfaces, including Gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing it to accommodate high-throughput environments. This scalability is complemented by Fortinet’s Security Fabric architecture, which enables seamless integration with other security solutions for a unified approach to threat management.

Overall, the Fortinet 310B-LENC is a powerful solution that offers advanced security features, high-performance capabilities, and scalability to cater to the growing needs of enterprises in an increasingly complex digital landscape. By combining these elements, organizations can enhance their security posture, protect critical assets, and mitigate risks effectively.