Hardware installation

Inserting a FortiGate-5001A board

Figure 10: FortiGate-5001A-DW left (top) mounting components

Alignment

Pin

Retention

Lock

AMC Slot

Screw

Filler

 

Handle

 

 

Inserting a FortiGate-5001A board

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The FortiGate-5001A board must be fully installed in a chassis slot, with the handles closed and locked and retention screws fully tightened for the FortiGate-5001A board to receive power and operate normally. If the FortiGate-5001A board is not receiving power, the IPM LED glows solid blue and all other LEDs remain off. See “Front panel LEDs and connectors” on page 6.

It is important to carefully seat the FortiGate-5001A board all the way into the chassis, to not use too much force on the handles, and to make sure that the handles are properly locked. Only then will the FortiGate-5001A board power-on and start up correctly.

FortiGate-5001A boards are hot swappable. The procedure for inserting

a FortiGate-5001A board into a chassis slot is the same whether or not the chassis is powered on.

To insert a FortiGate-5001A board into a chassis slot

Caution: Do not carry the FortiGate-5001A board by holding the handles or retention screws. When inserting or removing the FortiGate-5001A board from a chassis slot, handle the board by the front panel. The handles are not designed for carrying the board. If the handles become bent or damaged the FortiGate-5001A board may not align correctly in the chassis slot.

Caution: If you are installing a FortiGate-RTM-XB2 module you must install the FortiGate-RTM-XB2 module first, before you install the FortiGate-5001A board to avoid possible damage. Follow the instructions in the FortiGate-RTM-XB2 System Guide to install the FortiGate-RTM-XB2 module.

To complete this procedure, you need:

A FortiGate-5001A board with either the correct AMC slot filler panel or a FortiGate AMC module installed in the front panel AMC opening

An ATCA chassis with an empty slot

An electrostatic discharge (ESD) preventive wrist strap with connection cord

Caution: FortiGate-5001A boards must be protected from static discharge and physical ! shock. Only handle or work with FortiGate-5001A boards at a static-free workstation.

Always wear a grounded electrostatic discharge (ESD) preventive wrist strap when handling FortiGate-5001A boards.

FortiGate-5001A Security System Guide

 

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Fortinet 5001A-SW, 5001A-DW manual Inserting a FortiGate-5001A board, To insert a FortiGate-5001A board into a chassis slot

5001A-SW, 5001A-DW specifications

Fortinet's FortiGate 5001A is a high-performance, next-generation firewall designed to meet the demands of large enterprises and data centers. The model comes in two distinct configurations—the 5001A-DW for data center workloads and the 5001A-SW for enhanced security capabilities.

The 5001A-DW is specifically tailored for critical data center environments, offering robust security and seamless integration into virtualized infrastructures. Its hardware design accommodates high capacity and throughput, beneficial for managing large volumes of data without compromising on security. This variant supports advanced networking technologies, such as Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Function Virtualization (NFV), making it a versatile solution for organizations looking to optimize their network performance.

On the other hand, the 5001A-SW focuses more on advanced threat protection, integrating Fortinet’s FortiOS operating system, which provides comprehensive and consolidated security features. This model is engineered to safeguard against sophisticated cyber threats through its AI-powered security analytics and automated response capabilities. With an array of built-in security features, including IPS (Intrusion Prevention System), Application Control, and Web Filtering, the 5001A-SW enhances visibility and control over the network environment.

Both models provide exceptional SSL inspection capabilities, allowing organizations to analyze encrypted traffic without latency. With Fortinet's Security Fabric technology, the 5001A series offers integrated security across various network layers, streamlining security management and improving response times to threats.

The appliances also support advanced routing protocols and capabilities like Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) to facilitate complex network designs. Their flexibility in deployment makes them suitable for a variety of environments, whether on-premises or in the cloud.

In terms of performance, the FortiGate 5001A series boasts impressive throughput rates, ensuring that organizations can scale their security measures in line with their growth. They are designed to minimize downtime, allowing for continuous and uninterrupted security operations.

Overall, the Fortinet FortiGate 5001A-DW and 5001A-SW models stand out for their scalability, advanced threat protection, and robust performance, positioning them as essential tools for organizations seeking to fortify their defenses against evolving cyber threats in today's digital landscape.