Getting started
FortiGate-500A Installation Guide 01-28005-0101-20041015 13

Power requirements

• Power dissipation: 50 W (max)
• AC input voltage: 100 to 240 VAC
• AC input current: 1.6 A
• Frequency: 50 to 60 H

Environmental specifications

• Operating temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
• Storage temperature: -13 to 158°F (-25 to 70°C)
• Humidity: 5 to 95% non-condensing
If you install the FortiGate-500A unit in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the
operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room
ambient. Make sure the operating ambient temperature does not exceed the
manufacturer's maximum rated ambient temperature.

Air flow

• For rack installation, make sure that the amount of air flow required for safe
operation of the FortiGate unit is not compromised.
• For free-standing installation, make sure that the FortiGate unit has at least 1.5 in.
(3.75 cm) of clearance on each side to allow for adequate air flow and cooling.

Mechanical loading

• For rack installation, make sure the mechanical loading of the FortiGate unit is
evenly distributed to avoid a hazardous condition.
Turning the FortiGate unit power on and off
To power on the FortiGate unit
1Make sure that the power switch on the back of the FortiGate unit is turned off.
2Connect the power cable to the power connection on the back of the FortiGateunit.
3Connect the power cable to a power outlet.
4Turn on the power switch.
After a few seconds, SYSTEM STARTING appears
on the LCD.
MAIN MENU appears on the LCD when the system
is running.