Configuring the modem interface

Adding firewall policies for modem connections

Adding firewall policies for modem connections

The modem interface requires firewall addresses and policies. You can add one or more addresses to the modem interface. For information about adding addresses, see the FortiGate Administration Guide. When you add addresses, the modem interface appears on the policy grid.

You can configure firewall policies to control the flow of packets between the modem interface and the other interfaces on the FortiGate unit. For information about adding firewall policies, see the FortiGate Administration Guide.

Administrative access through the modem port

In a configuration where the FortiGate unit is assigned a dynamic IP address from the ISP, you can use the modem connection as a method of gaining administrative access to the FortiGate unit.

You can enable login from modem connection using the standard connection options available to the other FortiGate ports; telnet, ssh, http, https and ping

To enable administrative access on the modem interface

1Go to System > Interface.

2Select edit for the Modem interface.

3Select the access options and select OK.

Configuring the PCMCIA modem card

PCMCIA/PC Card 3G wireless access is configured using the web-based manager.

Most ISPs require that the modem card be activated with their network before using it. You must activate it before installing it in FortiGate unit. Consult your ISP for instructions on how to activate the modem card.

Ensure the FortiGate unit is powered off before installing the modem card. Once installed, you can power on the FortiGate unit.

To configure the modem

1Go to System > Network > Modem.

2Select Enable modem.

3Configure the modem settings as required.

4In the configuration section, for the Dialup Account 1, enter the account details provided to you by your 3G access provider.

5Fort the Device, select PCMCIA wireless modem.

6Enter the telephone number.

This can vary depending on the provider. The most common is *99#. Verify this with your cellular provider.

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60B specifications

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