FortiGate Firmware Downloading firmware
FortiGate-3600A FortiOS 3.0 MR6 Install Guide
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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.
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 web-based manager
•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.
To download firmware
1Log into the site using your user name and password.
2Go to Firmware Images > FortiGate.
3Select the most recent FortiOS version, and MR release and patch release.
4Locate the firmware for your FortiGate unit, right-click the link and select the
Download option for your browser.

Using the web-based manager

Upgrading the firmware

Installing firmware replaces your 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: Always review the Release Notes for a new firmware release before installing. The
Release Notes can include information that is not available in the regular documentation.