Fortinet 620B manual Testing new firmware before installing

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FortiGate Firmware

Testing new firmware before installing

8Type G to get the new firmware image from the TFTP server. The following message appears:

Enter TFTP server address [192.168.1.168]:

9Type the address of the TFTP server and press Enter: The following message appears:

Enter Local Address [192.168.1.188]:

10Type an IP address of the FortiGate unit to connect to the TFTP server.

The IP address must be on the same network as the TFTP server, but make sure you do not use the IP address of another device on the network.

The following message appears:

Enter File Name [image.out]:

11Enter the firmware image file name and press Enter.

The TFTP server uploads the firmware image file to the FortiGate unit and the following appears.

Save as Default firmware/Backup firmware/Run image without saving: [D/B/R]

12Type R.

The FortiGate image is installed to system memory and the FortiGate unit starts running the new firmware image, but with its current configuration.

You can test the new firmware image as required. When done testing, you can reboot the FortiGate unit, and the FortiGate unit will resume using the firmware that was running before you installed the test firmware.

FortiGate-620B FortiOS 3.0 MR6 Install Guide

 

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Contents Install G U I D E Regulatory compliance TrademarksContents AMC modules Advanced configurationFortiGate Firmware Using the web-based managerInstalling firmware from a system reboot using the CLI Testing new firmware before installingPage Register your FortiGate unit IntroductionAbout the FortiGate-620B Lacp configurationAbout this document Addressipv4 Further ReadingDocument conventions Typographic conventionsFortinet Knowledge Center FortiGate Administration GuideComments on Fortinet technical documentation Customer service and technical supportCustomer service and technical support Environmental specifications InstallingRack mount instructions GroundingMounting To install the FortiGate unit into a rackPlugging in the FortiGate Connecting to the networkTo power on the FortiGate unit To power off the FortiGate unitNAT vs. Transparent mode ConfiguringNAT mode To connect to the web-based manager Connecting to the FortiGate unitTransparent mode Connecting to the web-based managerTo connect to the CLI Connecting to the CLITo configure interfaces Go to System Network Interface Configuring NAT modeUsing the web-based manager Configure the interfacesAdding a default route and gateway Configure a DNS serverAdding firewall policies To modify the default gateway Go to Router StaticTo set an interface to use a static address Using the CLITo set an interface to use Dhcp addressing To set an interface to use PPPoE addressing To configure DNS server settingsTo add an outgoing traffic firewall policy To modify the default gatewaySwitching to Transparent mode Configuring Transparent modeTo switch to Transparent mode Go to System Status Source Address All Destination Interface To switch to Transparent mode Backing up the configuration Verify the configurationSet the time and date Restoring a configurationAdditional configuration Set the Administrator passwordUpdating antivirus and IPS signatures Configure FortiGuardAdditional configuration Protection profiles Advanced configurationFirewall policies Firewall policiesAntivirus options Configuring firewall policiesAntiSpam options Web filtering Logging AMC modules Installing AMC filler unitsInstalling modules To install the filler moduleTo insert a module into a FortiGate chassis Using the AMC modulesRemoving modules Hard disk moduleExecute formatlogdisk Log configuration using the web-based managerTo format the ASM-S08 hard disk enter the following command Formatting the hard diskViewing logs Log configuration using the CLIChanging interfaces to operate in Sgmii or SerDes mode FortiAnalyzer command config log disk setting enableConfig system interface edit AMC-SW1/1 Set speed auto End Configure the speedUsing the AMC modules Downloading firmware FortiGate FirmwareUpgrading the firmware Using the web-based managerReverting to a previous version Using the USB Auto-Install Backup and Restore from a USB keyTo revert to a previous firmware version To upgrade the firmware using the CLI Using the CLIExecute ping To revert to a previous firmware version using the CLI Execute restore image namestr tftpip4Execute restore image image.out Execute update-nowExecute restore config namestr tftpip4 Installing firmware from a system reboot using the CLIExecute restore image namestr tftpipv4 Execute restore image image28.outEnter Tftp server address To install firmware from a system rebootExecute reboot Press any key to display configuration menuEnter File Name image.out Restoring the previous configurationTo backup configuration using the CLI Enter Local AddressTo restore configuration using the CLI Additional CLI Commands for a USB keyTo configure the USB Auto-Install using the CLI To test the new firmware image Testing new firmware before installingTesting new firmware before installing Testing new firmware before installing Index Web filtering 37 web-based manager Page Page

620B specifications

The Fortinet 620B is a state-of-the-art security appliance designed to provide comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for medium to large enterprises. As part of Fortinet's FortiGate series, the 620B combines advanced security features with robust performance capabilities, ensuring that organizations can protect their networks against an evolving threat landscape.

One of the standout features of the Fortinet 620B is its exceptional threat protection capabilities. The device utilizes Fortinet's proprietary FortiOS operating system, which integrates multiple security functions, including firewall, intrusion prevention system (IPS), virtual private network (VPN), and antivirus. This unified approach enables organizations to enforce consistent security policies across their network without compromising performance.

The FortiGate 620B is powered by Fortinet's purpose-built security processing unit (SPU) architecture, which significantly accelerates threat detection and mitigation processes. With multi-core processing capabilities, the device can handle high volumes of traffic while maintaining low latency, making it suitable for environments with heavy data flows. This performance is critical for organizations requiring real-time inspection of encrypted traffic, as the 620B offers strong decryption capabilities without sacrificing throughput.

In addition to its security features, the Fortinet 620B includes advanced networking technologies. The device supports software-defined networking (SDN) and integrates with Fortinet’s Security Fabric, allowing for enhanced visibility and control across the entire network ecosystem. This fabric architecture enables seamless communication between multiple devices, streamlining the management of security policies and improving overall network efficiency.

Another key characteristic of the FortiGate 620B is its scalability. Organizations can easily scale their deployment to meet growing demands by utilizing additional Fortinet appliances and services. The device also provides extensive reporting and analytics features, offering insights into network usage and security incidents, empowering security teams to make informed decisions.

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