QuickStart Guide

The Essentials

Secure your Network

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GUI Setup

1. Connect MGMT to an Ethernet port or USB-RJ45 Ethernet adapter on your computer using the provided Ethernet cable.
2. Open a browser to https://192.168.1.99.

CLI Setup

1. Connect a console cable to the Console Port.
2. Open a Terminal app using 9600-8-N-1.

Default Login

URL: https://192.168.1.99

Username: admin

Password: leave blank

Fortinet Documents Library

For getting started documentation, admin guides, up-to-date hardware manuals and reference resources, visit https://docs.fortinet.com/.

FortiGate Cloud

Experience simplified cloud provisioning, security analytics, remote access, hosted log retention and reporting at https://fortigate.forticloud.com.

FortiExplorer Go

Rapidly provision, deploy and manage your Fortinet Security Fabric Platform, free on iOS and Android: https://docs.fortinet.com/product/fortiexplorer-go/.

[Get it on Google Play] [Download on the App Store]

Package Contents

FortiGate 200G Series (FG-200G, FG-201G)

• 1x FortiGate Device
• 2x AC Power Cables
• 1x Console Cable
• 8x Rack mount screws
• 1x QuickStart Guide
• 1x Ethernet Cable
• 2x Rack mount brackets
• 4x Rubber feet

Setup

FortiExplorer Go

Install FortiExplorer Go

[Bluetooth Symbol] Enable Bluetooth

[Smartphone Icon] Follow the on-screen instructions

GUI Connection

[Ethernet Port] MGMT

[Arrow] Ethernet Cable [Arrow]

Laptop displaying:
URL: https://192.168.1.99
Username: admin
No Password
If Static IP: 192.168.1.1/24

CLI Connection

[Console Port]

[Arrow] USB Console Cable [Arrow]

Terminal settings:

FortiGate Cloud Connection

Login to https://fortigate.forticloud.com using your Fortinet Credentials, then click Add FortiGate and enter the Cloudkey.

[WAN port] [Arrow] Ethernet Cable [Arrow] [Internet Icon]

Mounting Options

Desktop Mount

Diagram showing the device with 1.5 inches clearance on all sides.

Place the device on a flat, clean and stable surface.

Rack Mount

Diagram illustrating rack mounting steps 1, 2, and 3.

The recommended clearance is 1.5 inches above and below the device. To avoid personal injury or damage to the device, it is recommended that two or more people mount the device on a rack.

Front FG-200G Series

Diagram of the front panel of the FortiGate 200G, showing numbered ports and indicators.

1. Signed Firmware: BIOS Security Level. Controlled by Signed Firmware Switch. See Admin Guide at https://docs.fortinet.com.
   • High: Unsigned firmware blocked (default)
   • Low: Unsigned firmware allowed with a warning
2. BLE / RESET: Press to enable BLE; press and hold for system reset.
   • Blue: BLE connected
   • Flashing Blue: BLE in discovery
   • Off: BLE off
3. STATUS:
   • Green: Operating normally
   • Flashing Green: Booting up
   • Off: Device is off
   HA:
   • Green: HA enabled (normal)
   • Red: HA enabled (failover)
   • Off: HA disabled
4. ALARM:
   • Red: Critical alarm
   • Amber: Minor alarm
   • Off: No alarms
   POWER:
   • Green: Both PSUs operating
   • Red: One PSU is operating
   • Off: Power not detected

4 CONSOLE Port (RJ45)

USB 3.0 Port (USB A)

5 HA Port (RJ45) High availability port. See 1GE Ports 1 to 8 for LED info.

MGMT Port (RJ45) Management port. See 1GE Ports 1 to 8 for LED info.

1GE Ports 1 to 8 (RJ45)

5GE Ports 9 to 16 (RJ45)

FortiLink Ports X1 to X8 (SFP+)

Ports 17 to 20 (SFP)

Rear FG-200G Series

Diagram of the rear panel of the FortiGate 200G Series.

1 Redundant Power Supplies (x2) 100-240V AC, 2.5-1.1A, 50/60Hz

Cautions and Warnings

Environmental Specifications

• Ambient operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Rack Mount Instructions: Refer to installation instructions for rack mounting.
• Elevated Operating Ambient: Consider potential higher ambient temperatures in closed rack assemblies.
• Reduced Air Flow: Ensure installation does not compromise necessary airflow.
• Mechanical Loading: Avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading.
• Circuit Overloading: Consider supply circuit capacity and equipment ratings.
• Reliable Earthing: Maintain reliable earthing, especially for non-direct branch circuit connections (e.g., power strips).

Refer to specific Product Model Data Sheet for Environmental Specifications (Operating Temperature, Storage Temperature, Humidity, and Altitude).

Safety

• Battery: Risk of explosion if replaced with an incorrect type. Do not dispose of in fire. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
• CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrect replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Dispose of batteries according to manufacturer's instructions. Improper disposal (fire, crushing, cutting, extreme temperatures, low air pressure) can cause explosion or leakage.
• WARNUNG (German): Lithium-Batterie Achtung: Explosionsgefahr bei fehlerhafter Batteriewechsel. Ersetzen Sie nur den gleichen oder gleichwertigen Typ. Batterien gemäß den Anweisungen des Herstellers entsorgen.
• CAUTION: Shock Hazard. Disconnect all power sources.
• ATTENTION (French): Risque d'électrocution. Débranchez toutes les sources d'alimentation.
• Grounding: To prevent damage, use a lightning/surge protector for external connections and be properly grounded. Use an ESD workstation or anti-static wrist strap. A separate protective earthing terminal is provided on the back panel. This terminal must be permanently connected to earth with a green/yellow stripe conductor (min #20 AWG) by qualified personnel.

Regulatory Notices

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) – USA

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) it may not cause harmful interference, and (2) it must accept any interference received.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial environment. Operation in a residential area may cause harmful interference, requiring the user to correct it at their own expense.

WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment. Install and operate with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating with any other antenna or transmitter.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) – Canada

CAN ICES-003 (A) / NMB-003 (A)

This digital apparatus does not exceed Class A limits for radio noise emissions as set out in Canadian Radio Interference Regulations.

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with ISED's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment. Install and operate with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.

Antenna Information:

This device and its antennas must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except in accordance with IC multi-transmitter product procedures.

European Conformity (CE) - EU

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

The product transmits within the frequency ranges and less than or equal to the power listed below: 2402-2480MHz less than 20dBm.

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.

Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity

This declaration is valid for Fortinet products provided by Fortinet or its authorized partners within the EU. Products not obtained directly may not comply with EU Directives.

Compliance with 2014/53/EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED):

Frequency bands used and maximum RF transmit power:

UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA) – United Kingdom

The product transmits within the frequency ranges and less than or equal to the power listed below: 2402-2480MHz less than 20dBm.

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

This product is in compliance with Statutory Instrument 1206 Radio Equipment Regulations 2017.

Note: The full Declaration of Conformity for this product is available at: https://site.fortinet.com/ProductRegulatory/EU and https://site.fortinet.com/ProductRegulatory/UK.

Multilingual Compliance Statements: The document includes compliance statements in Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, German, Estonian, English, Spanish, Greek, French, Croatian, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Maltese, Hungarian, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Slovenian, Finnish, Swedish.

Other Regulatory Information

Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) – Japan

This is a Class A device. Use in a residential environment may cause radio interference, requiring the user to take appropriate measures.

Product Safety Electrical Appliance & Material (PSE) – Japan

According to Japan's Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law (PSE), the included power cord is for this product only and should not be used with other products.

Bureau of Standards Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) – Taiwan

Information on the presence of restricted substances (BSMI RoHS table) is available at: https://www.fortinet.com/bsmi.

Warnings:

• To avoid electromagnetic interference, this product should not be installed or used in a residential environment.
• Read the following instructions carefully.
• Do not place the equipment in a humid environment.
• Check the voltage before connecting to power.
• When the equipment is not in use, unplug all power cords to prevent damage from voltage instability.
• Do not spill any liquid into the equipment to avoid short circuits.
• For safety reasons, only professionally trained personnel should open this equipment.
• Do not adjust or repair the equipment while it is powered on to ensure your safety.
• If injured, seek immediate medical attention. Do not neglect minor injuries.
• Dispose of batteries according to Taiwan regulations.
• Incorrect battery replacement may cause explosion. Use only batteries recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
• Do not disassemble, puncture, or otherwise damage the battery.
• Laser equipment is not user-serviceable; contact the manufacturer for service.
• Note: To disconnect power, unplug all power cords from the unit.

Taiwan Branch Information:

英屬蓋曼群島商防特網股份有限公司台灣分公司
Address: 2F, No. 176, Xing'ai Rd., Neihu District, Taipei City
Phone: (02) 27961666

National Telecommunications Commission (NCC) – Taiwan

NCC Warning: Low-power radio frequency equipment that has obtained approval shall not be altered in frequency, increased in power, or changed in original characteristics and functions by companies, firms, or users. The use of low-power radio frequency equipment shall not affect aviation safety and interfere with lawful communications. If interference is found, it shall be stopped immediately and improved until no interference occurs before continuing use. Lawful communications refers to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunications management regulations. Low-power radio frequency equipment must tolerate interference from lawful communications or industrial, scientific, and medical radio frequency equipment.

China

Warning: Operating this equipment in a residential environment may cause radio interference.

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