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FortiGate Firmware | Downloading firmware |
FortiGate Firmware
Fortinet periodically updates the FortiGate firmware to include new features and address issues. After you have registered your FortiGate unit, you can download FortiGate firmware updates is available for download at the support web site, http://support.fortinet.com.
You can also use the instructions in this chapter to downgrade, or revert, to a previous version. The FortiGate unit includes a number of firmware installation options that enables you to test new firmware without disrupting the existing installation, and load it from different locations as required.
In addition to firmware images, Fortinet issues patch
•download and review the release notes for the patch release
•download the patch release
•back up the current configuration
•install the patch release using the procedure “Testing new firmware before installing” on page 46
•test the patch release until you are satisfied that it applies to your configuration.
Installing a patch release without reviewing release notes or testing the firmware may result in changes to settings or unexpected issues.
Only FortiGate admin user and administrators whose access profiles contain system read and write privileges can change the FortiGate firmware.
This section includes the following topics:
•Downloading firmware
•Using the
•Using the CLI
•Installing firmware from a system reboot using the CLI
•Testing new firmware before installing
Downloading firmware
Firmware images for all FortiGate units is available on the Fortinet Customer Support web site. You must register your FortiGate unit to access firmware images. Register the FortiGate unit by visiting http://support.fortinet.com and select Product Registration.
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