Transparent mode installation Reconnecting to the web-based manager
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For example, you can connect the FortiGate-500A using the following steps:
1Connect port 1 to the hub or switch connected to your internal network.
2Connect port 2 to the network segment connected to the external firewall or router.
3Optionally connect ports 3 and 4 to hubs or switches connected to your other
networks (the example shows a connection to port 5).
Figure 10:FortiGate-500A Transparent mode connections
Next steps
You can use the following information to configure FortiGate system time, to register
the FortiGate unit, and to configure antivirus and attack definition updates.
Refer to the FortiGate Administration Guide for complete information on configuring,
monitoring, and maintaining your FortiGate unit.
Esc Enter
A
CONSOLE
56
USB LAN
1234
L1 L2 L3 L4
10/100 10/100/1000
FortiGate-500A
Internet
Port 2
Public Switch
or Router
Port 1
Internal Network
Hub or Switch
Port 5
Other Network
Hub or Switch