Using the web-based manager

FortiGate Firmware

To upgrade the firmware

1Download the firmware image file to your management computer.

2Log into the web-based manager as the admin administrative user.

3Go to System > Status.

4Under System Information > Firmware Version, select Update.

5Type the path and filename of the firmware image file, or select Browse and locate the file.

6Select OK.

The FortiGate unit uploads the firmware image file, upgrades to the new firmware version, restarts, and displays the FortiGate login. This process takes a few minutes.

Reverting to a previous version

The following procedures revert the FortiGate unit to its factory default configuration and deletes IPS custom signatures, web content lists, email filtering lists, and changes to replacement messages.

Before beginning this procedures, it is recommended that you back up the FortiGate unit configuration.

If you are reverting to a previous FortiOS version, you might not be able to restore the previous configuration from the backup configuration file.

Note: Installing firmware replaces the current antivirus and attack definitions, along with the definitions included with the firmware release you are installing. After you install new firmware, make sure that antivirus and attack definitions are up to date. For details, see the FortiGate Administration Guide.

Note: To use this procedure, you must log in using the admin administrator account, or an administrator account that has system configuration read and write privileges.

To revert to a previous firmware version

1Copy the firmware image file to the management computer.

2Log into the FortiGate web-based manager.

3Go to System > Status.

4Under System Information > Firmware Version, select Update.

5Type the path and filename of the firmware image file, or select Browse and locate the file.

6Select OK.

The FortiGate unit uploads the firmware image file, reverts to the old firmware version, resets the configuration, restarts, and displays the FortiGate login. This process takes a few minutes.

7Log into the web-based manager.

8Restore your configuration.

For information about restoring your configuration see “Restoring a configuration” on page 30.

 

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3016B specifications

The Fortinet 3016B is a robust firewall solution designed to meet the dynamic security needs of modern enterprises. As part of the FortiGate product line, the 3016B combines advanced security features with high performance, catering to organizations that require reliability and efficiency in managing their network security.

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