Description
Fortinet FortiGate FG-90G Network Security/Firewall Appliance
The Fortinet FortiGate FG-90G is a compact, powerful convergence of a Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) and SD-WAN designed for distributed enterprise networks. Built for branch offices, retail locations, and remote sites, FG-90G delivers resilient security without sacrificing performance or simplicity. This appliance combines FortiGuard AI/ML-powered threat intelligence with a flexible, scalable architecture so you can protect users, devices, and data across the WAN, LAN, and cloud. Whether you’re consolidating security functions or extending a security-driven network across multiple sites, FG-90G offers enterprise-grade protections in an easy-to-manage form factor that fits tight spaces and tight budgets.
- Converged NGFW and SD-WAN for streamlined deployment. The FG-90G merges advanced firewall capabilities with software-defined wide area networking, letting you consolidate security and WAN optimization into a single, manageable appliance. This reduces hardware sprawl, simplifies policy management, and accelerates site-to-site connectivity with intelligent path selection and automated failover.
- AI-powered FortiGuard security services. FortiGuard leverages AI/ML to deliver real-time threat intelligence, automatic signature updates, URL filtering, application control, and advanced threat protection. This gives your network a proactive defense against evolving threats while reducing administrator workload.
- High-performance security for distributed sites. The FG-90G is designed to handle growing user counts and increasing traffic at remote locations. It provides robust throughput and low latency, enabling secure access to cloud apps, data centers, and on-premises resources without compromising user experience.
- Comprehensive protection that fits your deployment. Beyond firewall capabilities, FG-90G includes VPN (IPsec/SSL), intrusion prevention, antivirus/anti-malware, content filtering, and application control. These features work together under the Fortinet Security Fabric to create a cohesive, defensive posture across your network.
- Simplified management with scalable security fabric. FG-90G integrates with FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and other Fortinet products to enable centralized policy management, telemetry, and analytics. This makes it practical to deploy security consistently across multiple sites and to scale as your organization grows.
Technical Details of Fortinet FortiGate FG-90G Network Security/Firewall Appliance
- Technical concept: Converged NGFW and SD-WAN appliance designed for distributed enterprise sites and edge deployments.
- Security services: Integrated firewall, VPN, intrusion prevention system, antivirus/anti-malware, web/content filtering, application control, and FortiGuard AI-based threat protection with automatic updates.
- Threat intelligence: AI/ML-driven FortiGuard services for real-time protection, zero-day responsiveness, and adaptive threat mitigation.
- Performance and scalability: Optimized for branch-scale security, with SD-WAN features and accelerated traffic handling to support cloud-first architectures.
- Management and integration: Designed to work within Fortinet’s security fabric ecosystem, enabling centralized management, logging, analytics, and cross-site policy consistency.
How to install Fortinet FortiGate FG-90G
- Unpack and verify model compatibility: Confirm you have the Fortinet FortiGate FG-90G unit and the appropriate power and mounting hardware for your site. If rack-mounting, secure the device to prevent movement and ensure adequate airflow.
- Connect network interfaces: Attach WAN links and LAN segments according to your topology. For SD-WAN integration, connect multiple uplinks and plan path policies that reflect your desired performance and reliability goals.
- Access the administrative interface: Power on the device and connect a management PC to the management network. Open a web browser to the default IP address and log in with the initial administrator credentials. Change the password immediately to protect the device from unauthorized access.
- Run initial configuration: Use the setup wizard or GUI to configure network interfaces, SD-WAN rules, security policies, and licensing. Enable essential security profiles (IPS, antivirus, web filtering, application control) and tailor them to your organization’s requirements.
- Update and license: Apply the latest firmware, update FortiGuard subscriptions, and verify connectivity to FortiGuard services. Save and back up the configuration, then integrate with FortiAnalyzer and FortiManager for centralized visibility and control across your network.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the Fortinet FG-90G best suited for?
The FG-90G is ideal for distributed enterprises needing a secure, high-performance NGFW with SD-WAN capabilities at branch sites, remote offices, and small data centers. It’s suited for environments that require reliable connectivity to cloud services, secure remote access, and consistent policy enforcement across multiple locations.
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What security features does FG-90G include?
FG-90G combines a next-generation firewall with SD-WAN, VPN, intrusion prevention, antivirus/anti-malware, web filtering, and application control. It leverages FortiGuard AI-based threat intelligence for real-time protection and automatic updates, helping to reduce manual security maintenance.
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How does SD-WAN improve network performance?
SD-WAN optimizes traffic routing across multiple links, selecting the best path for each application based on real-time network conditions. This improves reliability, reduces latency for critical apps, and enables dynamic failover if a link degrades or fails.
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Can FG-90G integrate with Fortinet’s security fabric?
Yes. FG-90G is built to work within Fortinet’s Security Fabric ecosystem, enabling centralized policy management, telemetry collection, and analytics through FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer. This integration provides end-to-end visibility and coordinated security across your network.
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What deployment scenarios best fit FG-90G?
FortiGate FG-90G is well suited for branch offices, retail locations, and small remote sites where security, VPN access, and WAN efficiency are critical. It scales with growing sites, supports cloud connectivity, and helps enforce consistent security policies at the network edge.
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