Fortinet FortiADC Application Security Bundle for FortiADC-VM04 + FortiCare Premium - Subscription License Renewal - 4 vCPU Core - 5 Year

The Fortinet FortiADC Application Security Bundle for FortiADC-VM04 combines enterprise-grade application delivery with robust security to keep your web applications fast, available, and protected. This subscription license renewal pairs the FortiADC-VM04 virtual appliance with FortiCare Premium, delivering a comprehensive, long-term solution that scales with your business. With a 5-year term and 4 vCPU cores, you get sustained performance and predictable budgeting, plus ongoing security updates and premium support. This bundle is designed for organizations seeking a seamless, future-proof way to optimize application delivery while staying ahead of evolving threats.

• Integrated security and delivery – FortiADC combines load balancing, traffic shaping, SSL offloading, Web Application Firewall (WAF), and bot protection in a single, purpose-built bundle designed to accelerate and secure application traffic across multi-cloud environments.
• 4 vCPU core performance – The 4 vCPU core configuration provides ample processing power to handle high-volume traffic, complex SSL handshakes, and multiple security policies without compromising response times.
• FortiCare Premium included – Enjoy 24/7 premium support, rapid response times, and ongoing firmware updates, ensuring your deployment stays secure and up to date with the latest Fortinet innovations.
• 5-year license renewal – A long-term subscription license renewal delivers predictable cost, evergreen protection, and continuous access to security enhancements, policy updates, and service continuity.
• Deployment versatility – Optimized for FortiADC-VM04 in virtualized environments, the bundle supports scalable deployment across on-premises, private cloud, and hybrid architectures while simplifying licensing management.

Technical Details of Fortinet FortiADC Application Security Bundle for FortiADC-VM04 + FortiCare Premium

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• Product family: Fortinet FortiADC Application Security Bundle
• Platform: FortiADC-VM04
• vCPU core allocation: 4 vCPU
• License term: 5 years
• Included services: FortiCare Premium
• Key features: Web Application Firewall (WAF), application security bundle, SSL offloading, load balancing, bot protection, DDoS protection, and SSL/TLS inspection
• Support coverage: 24/7 premium support with firmware updates (FortiCare Premium)

How to install Fortinet FortiADC Application Security Bundle

To install and activate your Fortinet FortiADC Application Security Bundle for FortiADC-VM04 with FortiCare Premium, follow these high-level steps. Note that exact portal paths may vary by account and firmware version; refer to your Fortinet licensing portal and FortiGate management interface for precise navigation.

Step 1: Prepare your FortiADC-VM04 environment. Ensure the virtual appliance is deployed and reachable in your virtualization infrastructure, with sufficient resources allocated for 4 vCPU performance and any planned security policies. Confirm network connectivity to management and update servers.

Step 2: Acquire and import licenses. Retrieve the FortiCare Premium license and the FortiADC Application Security Bundle renewal from your Fortinet account or authorized reseller. Save the license files to a secure location or have them ready for upload in the Fortinet licensing portal.

Step 3: Apply the renewal licenses. Log in to the Fortinet Customer Service & Support portal or FortiGate management interface, navigate to License & Subscriptions, and upload the Renewal licenses for both the FortiADC bundle and FortiCare Premium. Follow on-screen prompts to associate the licenses with your FortiADC-VM04 instance.

Step 4: Confirm activation and feature availability. After license activation, verify that the FortiADC-VM04 instance reflects the Application Security Bundle and FortiCare Premium status. Check that WAF policies, SSL offloading, bot protection, and DDoS protections are enabled as configured for your environment.

Step 5: Validate security policies and performance. Test typical application traffic through your FortiADC-VM04 to confirm correct load balancing, SSL offloading, and security policy enforcement. Monitor key metrics such as latency, throughput, connection counts, and CPU utilization to ensure the 4 vCPU configuration meets your workload demands.

Step 6: Establish ongoing maintenance. Set up alerting for license expiration, firmware updates, and security policy changes. Schedule regular reviews of WAF rules and bot mitigation settings to adapt to evolving threats and changing traffic patterns.

Step 7: Plan for renewal and scalability. With a 5-year term, map out renewal reminders and consider future scaling needs. FortiCare Premium provides continued access to support and updates, helping you maintain protection as your application footprint grows.

Pro tip: Document your deployment topology and security policy references to simplify future audits and incident response. A well-documented configuration accelerates troubleshooting and ensures consistent protection across environments.

Frequently asked questions

• What exactly is included in the Fortinet FortiADC Application Security Bundle for FortiADC-VM04? The bundle combines the FortiADC virtual appliance (FortiADC-VM04) with an Application Security Bundle and FortiCare Premium, delivered as a 5-year subscription renewal. It provides advanced load balancing and security features, including WAF, bot protection, SSL offloading, DDoS protection, and ongoing support and updates.
• How long does the license last? The license term is 5 years, offering long-term protection and predictable budgeting. Renewal options are available to maintain uninterrupted access to security updates and FortiCare Premium support.
• What is FortiCare Premium? FortiCare Premium is Fortinet’s premium support service, delivering 24/7 support, rapid response times, ongoing firmware updates, and access to Fortinet resources to keep your deployment secure and up to date.
• Which environments is this bundle suitable for? It is designed for virtualized environments using FortiADC-VM04 and is suitable for on-premises, private cloud, and hybrid deployments where application delivery and security are priorities.
• Do I need any special hardware to use this bundle? No dedicated hardware is required beyond the FortiADC-VM04 virtual appliance. The 4 vCPU core configuration is intended to deliver robust performance for typical mid-to-high traffic workloads in virtual environments.
• How can I verify that the bundle is active and properly configured? After license activation, check the FortiGate or FortiOS management console for license status, verify FortiCare Premium is attached, and test core features such as WAF policy enforcement, SSL offloading, and load balancing behavior with observed traffic patterns.