Advanced configuration

Protection profiles

Advanced configuration

The FortiGate unit and the FortiOS operating system provide a wide range of features that enable you to control network and internet traffic and protect your network. This chapter describes some of these options and how to configure them.

This chapter includes

Protection profiles

Firewall policies

Antivirus options

AntiSpam options

Web filtering

Logging

Protection profiles

A protection profile is a group of settings you can adjust to suit your requirements for network protection. Since protection profiles apply different protection settings to traffic controlled by firewall policies, you can tailor the settings to the type of traffic each policy handles.

Use protection profiles to configure:

antivirus protection

web filtering

web category filtering

spam filtering

content archiving

instant messaging filtering and access control

P2P access and bandwidth control

logging options for policies and configurations within the policies

rate limiting for VoIP protocols.

Using protection profiles, you can 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 policies for different traffic services to use the same or different protection profiles.

The FortiGate unit is preconfigured with four default protection profiles. In many cases you can use these default protection profiles, or use them as a starting point in creating your own.

Table 1: Default protection profiles

Strict Applies maximum protection to HTTP, FTP, IMAP, POP3, and SMTP traffic. The strict protection profile may not be useful under normal circumstances but it is available when maximum protection is required.

Scan Apply virus scanning to HTTP, FTP, IMAP, POP3, and SMTP traffic.

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310B specifications

The Fortinet 310B is a powerful next-generation firewall (NGFW) designed to meet the evolving needs of modern enterprises. As part of Fortinet's Security Fabric, the 310B offers robust security features combined with high performance, enhancing network security while maintaining ease of use.

One of the standout features of the Fortinet 310B is its high throughput capability. With up to 10 Gbps of firewall throughput and an impressive IPS throughput of 3.5 Gbps, the device is optimized for handling heavy network traffic with minimal latency. This makes it suitable for both medium and large-scale environments, where performance and speed are critical.

The Fortinet 310B integrates a comprehensive suite of security technologies. At its core is FortiOS, the operating system that powers Fortinet’s security appliances. FortiOS includes advanced threat protection capabilities such as intrusion prevention system (IPS), deep packet inspection, and antivirus scanning. These features help protect against a wide range of threats, including malware, ransomware, and zero-day attacks, ensuring that networks are resilient against various cyber threats.

Another key characteristic of the Fortinet 310B is its multi-layered security architecture. The device supports a range of technologies such as SSL inspection, web filtering, and application control. By leveraging these functionalities, organizations can enforce granular security policies across different applications and users, improving overall visibility and control over the network environment.

The Fortinet 310B also incorporates FortiGate's unique Security Fabric technology, which enables seamless integration with other Fortinet products and third-party solutions. This interoperability allows for centralized management, simplified security operations, and enhanced threat intelligence sharing, creating a holistic security approach.

In addition to its security capabilities, the Fortinet 310B offers a variety of connectivity options, including multiple Ethernet ports and support for FortiLink, which allows for easy integration with FortiAP access points and FortiSwitches. This flexibility facilitates the deployment of secure network segments and wireless solutions.

The device also supports advanced features such as VPN capabilities for secure remote access, SD-WAN for optimizing network performance, and extensive reporting and logging for compliance and accountability. All these attributes make the Fortinet 310B a formidable choice for organizations looking to bolster their network security posture while maximizing operational efficiency. Overall, the Fortinet 310B stands out as a reliable and versatile solution in the realm of network security appliances.