Fortinet FortiGate-40C User Manual

In addition to FortiExplorer, the FortiGate unit can be configured using the
Web-based Manager.
This section will step you through connecting to the unit using the
Web-based Manager.
To Connect to the Web-based Manager:
1. Connect the FortiGate unit Ethernet Port 1 to a management
computer using the provided Ethernet cable.
2. Configure the management computer to be on the same subnet as
the internal interface of the FortiGate unit:
a. Browse to the Network and Sharing Center > Change
Adapter Settings > Local Area Connection Properties
> Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties.
b. Change the IP address of the management computer
to 192.168.1.2 and the netmask to 255.255.255.0.
3. To access the FortiGate unit Web-based Manager, start a browser
of your choice and browse to https://192.168.1.99 (remember to
include the “s” in https://).
4. Type admin in the Name field, leave the Password field blank, and
select Login.
You can now proceed with configuring your FortiGate unit.
USB
Management Port
USB Port
Console Port
Ethernet Ports WAN Ports
Power Jack
Reset Button
Interface Type Protocol Description
Ethernet Ports
1 - 5
RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet FortiASIC-accelerated switched Ethernet ports for
connection to your network.
WAN1, 2 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet FortiASIC-accelerated Ethernet ports.
USB USB-A USB 2.0 USB server port for USB key, modem, or
management functions.
USB MGMT USB-B USB 2.0 USB client port for management.
Console RJ-45 RS-232 serial Optional connection to the management computer.
Provides access to the CLI.
Hardware Specication Description
CPU FortiASIC System-on-a-Chip (SoC)
Internal Storage Non-removable, 4GB Multi Level Cell (MLC) Nand Flash for
WAN Optimization
Memory 512MB (DDR2)
AC Power
100-240V AC, 50-60HZ
Power Consumption (Avg / Max) 12.3W / 14.8W
Heat Dissipation 50.5BTU/h
Wall Mountable Yes
Kensington Security Slot Anti-theft security slot for attaching a lock-and-cable
apparatus.
Reset Button Hold for 5 seconds to reset the FortiGate-40C to factory
default settings.
5. Technical Specifications

Fortinet FortiGate-40C Specifications

General

Brand	Fortinet
Model	FortiGate-40C
Category	Network Router
Language	English