This topic will help you configure a few basic settings on the FortiGate as described in the Using the GUI and Using the CLI sections, including:

Go to Network > Interfaces. Edit an interface. Enable the DHCP Server option and configure the settings. Click OK. By default, the FortiGate unit assigns an address range based on the address of the interface for the complete scope of the address.

This section describes how to set up your FortiGate device after removing it from the box. It includes best practices for connecting to the FortiGate for the first time, configuring WAN connectivity, and configuring management access.

Nov 15, 2023 · This article describes the initial FortiGate configuration setup process through the GUI. FortiGate v7.0+. Unbox FortiGate or initialize a new VM. Start by unboxing the FortiGate, then connect the power cord and boot the FortiGate. If deploying a FortiGate VM, initialize a new VM by following the hypervisor's VM deployment guide. IP: 192.168.1.99.

This topic describes the steps to configure your network settings using the CLI. For details about each command, refer to the Command Line Interface section.

Dec 20, 2022 · Step 2 - Complete the account setup. Step 3 - Sign in to the newly created Fortinet support account. Step 4 - Register the new FortiGate appliance. Step 6 - Verify and confirm all FortiGate registration details. Step 7 - Complete the registration process or add more devices. Step 8 - Select the partner account it is is the case.

Basic Interface Configuration: Explained how to configure interfaces on FortiGate firewall, including setting IP addresses, subnet masks, and access permissions.

Mar 17, 2021 · Set the Addressing mode to Manual and set the IP/Network Mask to the private IP address to use for the FortiGate. <Optional> To assign IP addresses to devices on the internal network, enable DHCP Server.

Jul 8, 2010 · First, connect the WAN interface on your FortiGate (that’s the holes on the front of the firewall) to your ISP-supplied equipment (that’s your router), and connect the internal network (like your home computer) to the default LAN interface on your FortiGate.

Guide to basic configuration of FortiGate using GUI and CLI, including interface, hostname, default route, and internet connectivity settings.