FortiGate Mid-Range Series
Powerful security appliances for medium and large business environments with advanced networking requirements
Mid-Range Series Overview
The FortiGate Mid-Range Series delivers enterprise-class security and networking capabilities in versatile form factors. These next-generation firewalls combine artificial intelligence (AI)-powered security and machine learning (ML) to deliver threat protection at any scale, making them ideal for medium to large branch offices, campus environments, and growing businesses with higher performance demands and more complex security requirements.
Powered by Fortinet’s custom Security Processing Units (SPUs) and the comprehensive FortiOS operating system, mid-range FortiGate appliances deliver exceptional security performance without compromising on versatility or manageability.
Key Benefits:
- Superior security performance with dedicated security processors
- Integrated security and networking functions in a consolidated platform
- Advanced SD-WAN capabilities for distributed enterprises
- High port density for complex network environments
- Security Fabric integration for comprehensive protection
- Universal ZTNA for secure application access regardless of user location
Mid-Range Series Models
- FortiGate 80F
- FortiGate 90G
- FortiGate 100F
- FortiGate 120G
- FortiGate 200F
- FortiGate 200G
- FortiGate 400F
- FortiGate 600F
- FortiGate 700G
Common Features
Security Services
- Advanced Next-Generation Firewall
- Application Control with Deep Inspection
- IPS with Machine Learning
- Advanced Malware Protection
- SSL/TLS Inspection
- Web and Video Filtering
Networking Features
- Advanced SD-WAN with SLA monitoring
- High-performance IPsec VPN
- Dynamic routing (BGP, OSPF, RIP)
- Link aggregation and redundancy
- Traffic shaping and QoS
- High availability clustering
Management & Integration
- Intuitive web management interface
- FortiManager centralized management
- FortiAnalyzer logging and reporting
- Zero-touch cloud provisioning
- REST API for automation
- Full Security Fabric integration
FortiGate Model Details
FortiGate 80F
Mid-RangeThe FortiGate 80F is the entry point to the mid-range series, offering significantly enhanced performance over entry-level models. This model is ideal for growing businesses that need more throughput, interfaces, and advanced security capabilities.
Key Specifications:
- Firewall Throughput: Up to 15 Gbps
- IPS Throughput: Up to 2 Gbps
- NGFW Throughput: Up to 1.5 Gbps
- Threat Protection: Up to 1 Gbps
- Interfaces: Multiple GE RJ45 ports including WAN and internal ports
- Dedicated FortiLink ports for FortiSwitch management
Ideal For:
- Medium businesses with 130-175 users
- Branch offices with advanced networking needs
- Campus edge deployments
- Multi-VLAN environments
- SD-WAN implementations
Highlights:
- SOC4 ASIC-powered security
- Superior port density
- Multiple high-speed SFP slots
- Built-in switch controller
- SD-WAN with application steering
FortiGate 90G
Mid-RangeThe FortiGate 90G represents the latest generation of mid-range firewalls, incorporating Fortinet’s newest ASIC technology to deliver exceptional performance for security and networking functions. It’s designed for environments that require robust throughput and advanced security services.
Key Specifications:
- Firewall Throughput: Up to 20 Gbps
- IPS Throughput: Up to 3 Gbps
- NGFW Throughput: Up to 2 Gbps
- Threat Protection: Up to 1.5 Gbps
- Enhanced interface options with SFP/SFP+ support
- Accelerated SD-WAN performance
Ideal For:
- Medium businesses with 150-200 users
- Enterprise branch offices
- School and campus networks
- High-performance branch networking
- Organizations with intensive bandwidth requirements
Highlights:
- Next-gen hardware architecture
- Enhanced security processing
- Advanced threat protection
- High-density connectivity
- Superior SD-WAN capabilities
FortiGate 100F
Mid-RangeThe FortiGate 100F is a versatile next-generation firewall that delivers enterprise-class protection for mid-sized businesses and distributed enterprise branch offices. With advanced security capabilities and exceptional performance, it’s an ideal solution for organizations with growing security needs.
Key Specifications:
- Firewall Throughput: Up to 22 Gbps
- IPS Throughput: Up to 4 Gbps
- NGFW Throughput: Up to 3 Gbps
- Threat Protection: Up to 2 Gbps
- Multiple interface options with SFP/SFP+ support
- Hardware-accelerated security processing
Ideal For:
- Mid-sized businesses with 175-250 users
- Regional offices
- School districts
- Healthcare facilities
- Retail chains
- Multi-location branch offices
Highlights:
- Purpose-built security processors
- High performance SSL inspection
- Multiple high-speed interfaces
- Advanced routing capabilities
- Integrated wireless controller
FortiGate 120G
Mid-RangeThe FortiGate 120G combines AI-powered security and ML to deliver comprehensive threat protection for medium to large businesses. Powered by Fortinet’s SP5 security processor, it provides superior performance and visibility into network traffic.
Key Specifications:
- Firewall Throughput: Up to 28 Gbps
- IPS Throughput: Up to 5.3 Gbps
- NGFW Throughput: Up to 3.1 Gbps
- Threat Protection: Up to 2.8 Gbps
- Interfaces: 16x GE RJ45, 8x SFP, 4x 10GE SFP+
- Internal Storage: Optional 480 GB SSD (121G model)
Ideal For:
- Medium to large businesses with 200-300 users
- Regional headquarters
- Campus networks
- Organizations with advanced SD-WAN requirements
- Businesses with multiple branch locations
Highlights:
- SP5 processor acceleration
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
- Dual power supplies
- Support for up to 48 FortiSwitches
- Support for up to 128 FortiAPs
FortiGate 200F
Mid-RangeThe FortiGate 200F delivers exceptional performance and security capabilities for larger branch offices, campus networks, and mid-sized businesses with high throughput requirements. With hardware-accelerated security processing, it offers enterprise-grade protection without performance bottlenecks.
Key Specifications:
- Firewall Throughput: Up to 35 Gbps
- IPS Throughput: Up to 7 Gbps
- NGFW Throughput: Up to 5 Gbps
- Threat Protection: Up to 4 Gbps
- Multiple high-speed interfaces with SFP/SFP+ support
- Internal Storage: Optional SSD storage (201F model)
Ideal For:
- Medium to large businesses with 250-400 users
- Enterprise regional offices
- School campuses
- Healthcare networks
- Government agencies
- Organizations with compliance requirements
Highlights:
- Hardware acceleration
- Advanced SD-WAN orchestration
- High port density
- Superior threat protection
- High availability options
FortiGate 200G
Mid-RangeThe FortiGate 200G represents the latest generation of the 200 series, offering enhanced throughput and security capabilities. Built on Fortinet’s latest hardware architecture with NP7Lite and CP10 processors, it delivers superior performance for organizations with demanding security and networking requirements.
Key Specifications:
- Firewall Throughput: Up to 39 Gbps
- IPS Throughput: Up to 9 Gbps
- NGFW Throughput: Up to 7 Gbps
- Threat Protection: Up to 6 Gbps
- Interfaces: 8x GE RJ45, 8x 5GE RJ45, 4x GE SFP, 8x 10GE SFP+
- Internal Storage: 480 GB SSD (201G model)
Ideal For:
- Medium to large businesses with 300-600 users
- Enterprise branch offices with high bandwidth needs
- Educational institutions
- Healthcare networks with IoT devices
- Retail headquarters
- Organizations with hybrid cloud environments
Highlights:
- NP7Lite and CP10 hardware acceleration
- 5GE high-speed connectivity
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
- Enhanced SD-WAN capabilities
- Comprehensive IoT security
- Support for up to 64 FortiSwitches
FortiGate 400F
Mid-RangeThe FortiGate 400F delivers advanced threat protection with industry-leading performance for enterprise branch offices and mid-sized organizations. Powered by dedicated NP7 and CP9 security processors, it provides exceptional throughput for security functions without compromise.
Key Specifications:
- Firewall Throughput: Up to 79.5 Gbps
- IPS Throughput: Up to 12 Gbps
- NGFW Throughput: Up to 10 Gbps
- Threat Protection: Up to 9 Gbps
- Interfaces: 16x GE RJ45, 8x GE SFP, 8x 10GE SFP+ (inc. 4 ULL)
- Internal Storage: Optional 960 GB SSD (401F model)
Ideal For:
- Large organizations with 600-900 users
- Enterprise regional headquarters
- Data center edge security
- Large campus environments
- Service provider networks
- Organizations with high-throughput requirements
Highlights:
- NP7 and CP9 hardware acceleration
- Ultra-low latency processing
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
- Hot-swappable power supplies
- Support for up to 96 FortiSwitches
- Support for up to 512 FortiAPs
FortiGate 600F
Mid-RangeThe FortiGate 600F is designed for large enterprises and service providers requiring high-performance security with extensive scalability. It offers a perfect balance of performance, functionality, and value for demanding network environments.
Key Specifications:
- Firewall Throughput: Up to 95 Gbps
- IPS Throughput: Up to 16 Gbps
- NGFW Throughput: Up to 12 Gbps
- Threat Protection: Up to 10 Gbps
- Extensive interface options with multiple 10GE ports
- Internal Storage: Optional SSD storage (601F model)
Ideal For:
- Large enterprises with 1500-2500 users
- Enterprise headquarters
- Data center security
- Large campus deployments
- High-bandwidth environments
- Multi-tenant environments
Highlights:
- Custom ASIC acceleration
- High-performance SSL inspection
- Extensive connectivity options
- Hardware-accelerated VPN
- Advanced routing and VXLAN support
- Robust high availability options
FortiGate 700G
Mid-RangeThe FortiGate 700G is Fortinet’s newest and most advanced mid-range firewall, providing exceptional performance for organizations with demanding security requirements. Powered by Fortinet’s latest ASIC technology, it combines AI-powered security capabilities with unmatched performance.
Key Specifications:
- Firewall Throughput: Up to 164 Gbps
- IPS Throughput: Up to 38 Gbps
- NGFW Throughput: Up to 28 Gbps
- Threat Protection: Up to 26 Gbps
- Interfaces: 4x 25GE SFP28, 4x 10GE SFP+, 16x GE SFP, 8x 5GE RJ45
- Internal Storage: Optional storage (701G model)
Ideal For:
- Large enterprises with 4000+ users
- Enterprise headquarters
- Data center edge security
- Service provider environments
- Large campus deployments
- High-performance computing environments
Highlights:
- NP7 and CP10 hardware acceleration
- 25GE SFP28 connectivity
- Highest performance in mid-range series
- Advanced security capabilities
- Enterprise-grade reliability
- Extensive scalability options
Model Comparison
| Model | Firewall | IPS | NGFW | Threat Protection | Key Interfaces | Max FortiSwitches | Max FortiAPs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80F | 15 Gbps | 2 Gbps | 1.5 Gbps | 1 Gbps | Multiple GE RJ45 | 24 | 64 |
| 90G | 20 Gbps | 3 Gbps | 2 Gbps | 1.5 Gbps | Multiple GE RJ45, SFP | 24 | 64 |
| 100F | 22 Gbps | 4 Gbps | 3 Gbps | 2 Gbps | Multiple GE RJ45, SFP | 32 | 128 |
| 120G | 28 Gbps | 5.3 Gbps | 3.1 Gbps | 2.8 Gbps | 16x GE RJ45, 8x SFP, 4x 10GE SFP+ | 48 | 128 |
| 200G | 39 Gbps | 9 Gbps | 7 Gbps | 6 Gbps | 8x GE RJ45, 8x 5GE RJ45, 4x GE SFP, 8x 10GE SFP+ | 64 | 256 |
| 400F | 79.5 Gbps | 12 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 9 Gbps | 16x GE RJ45, 8x GE SFP, 8x 10GE SFP+ | 96 | 512 |
| 600F | 95 Gbps | 16 Gbps | 12 Gbps | 10 Gbps | Multiple GE RJ45, SFP, 10GE SFP+ | 128 | 1024 |
| 700G | 164 Gbps | 38 Gbps | 28 Gbps | 26 Gbps | 4x 25GE SFP28, 4x 10GE SFP+, 16x GE SFP, 8x 5GE RJ45 | 192 | 2048 |
Campus Networks
FortiGate Mid-Range models provide robust protection for educational institutions and campus environments, delivering network segmentation, wireless integration, and advanced content filtering capabilities.
Best Model Options:
FortiGate 200F, FortiGate 200G, FortiGate 400F
Key Benefits:
- Role-based access control
- Advanced content filtering
- IoT device segmentation
- Integrated wireless management
Data Center Edge
FortiGate high-end mid-range firewalls secure the perimeter of data centers, providing high-throughput security with low latency to support mission-critical applications and services.
Best Model Options:
FortiGate 400F, FortiGate 600F, FortiGate 700G
Key Benefits:
- High throughput performance
- Ultra-low latency
- Advanced threat protection
- Robust high availability
Advanced Features
Secure SD-WAN
FortiGate Mid-Range models provide industry-leading Secure SD-WAN capabilities, combining WAN path intelligence, application awareness, and integrated security to deliver optimal performance and protection for distributed networks.
- Automated multi-path intelligence
- Application-based traffic steering
- Self-healing capabilities
- Integrated security and WAN optimization
- Zero-touch deployment
Network Segmentation
Implement sophisticated network segmentation strategies with VLANs, zones, and Virtual Domains (VDOMs) to isolate critical systems, control access, and reduce the attack surface.
- Virtual Domains (VDOMs) for multitenancy
- Security zone implementation
- VLAN support and integration
- Policy-based network segmentation
- Internal segmentation firewall capabilities
SSL/TLS Inspection
FortiGate mid-range models feature hardware-accelerated SSL/TLS inspection, enabling visibility into encrypted traffic without significant performance degradation.
- Deep SSL inspection with hardware acceleration
- Certificate validation and verification
- Selective inspection for privacy compliance
- Support for modern encryption standards
- Custom certificate handling
Security Fabric Integration
Each FortiGate Mid-Range firewall serves as the foundation for the Fortinet Security Fabric, enabling extended visibility, integrated security controls, and automated response across the entire network.
- Centralized management and visibility
- Coordinated threat response
- Integration with FortiSwitch and FortiAP
- Endpoint security coordination
- Cloud security extension
FortiGuard Security Services
All FortiGate Mid-Range devices can be enhanced with FortiGuard Security Services, providing real-time protection against the latest threats.
Unified Threat Protection
- Application Control
- IPS
- Web Filtering
- Antivirus
- FortiCare Support
Enterprise Protection
- All Unified Protection features
- Security Rating Service
- IoT Detection Service
- Anti-Botnet Service
- Industrial Security Service
360 Protection
- All Enterprise Protection features
- FortiSandbox Cloud
- FortiConverter Service
- SD-WAN Orchestrator
- Premium Support
Unique Advantages
Custom Security Processors
Mid-Range FortiGate models utilize Fortinet’s custom security processors, including NP7, NP7Lite, CP9, and CP10, which deliver unmatched performance and efficiency compared to generic CPU-based solutions from competitors.
Integrated SD-WAN
All FortiGate Mid-Range models include integrated Secure SD-WAN capabilities with no additional licensing fees, providing application-aware routing, WAN path remediation, and zero-touch deployment for distributed organizations.
Unified Management
FortiManager provides centralized management for all FortiGate devices, along with FortiSwitch and FortiAP infrastructure, enabling simplified operations through a single management platform with AI-powered automation capabilities.
Advanced Security Services
Fortinet’s AI-powered security services deliver industry-leading protection, combining machine learning, behavioral analytics, and continuous threat intelligence updates to defend against sophisticated attacks including zero-day threats.
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