
Explore the Fortigate device and its next-generation firewall features, including deep packet inspection, FortiGuard services, antivirus, web filter, IPS, and VPN IPsec.
Learn how to connect to a FortiGate device via the wan port, obtain an ip via dhcp, access the https web dashboard, and log in with the default admin account.
Configure FortiGate network settings by assigning interface IPs, enabling DHCP, and setting LAN and WAN roles. Learn to verify connectivity, configure DNS, gateway, and static routes, including most-specific routing.
Explore Fortigate firewall policy uses matchers on source, destination, interfaces, and ports to allow or deny traffic, and antivirus, web filtering, and application control operate under flow-based and proxy-based inspection.
Configure a Fortigate firewall policy and nat in a practical lab, creating an inside network and enabling http and dns access from lan to internet.
Learn how Fortigate authenticates network users by using local or remote credentials, with examples of username and password, policy firewall sources, and the role of a radius server.
Configure local user on FortiGate, assign to IT group, and allow internet access via a firewall policy; then test browser authentication and verify via FortiGate dashboard.
Explore FortiGate SSL traffic inspection by decrypting, inspecting, and re-encrypting traffic. Compare certificate inspection with deep inspection and learn to install FortiGate certificates to enable web filtering.
Explore antivirus on FortiGate, including FortiGuard labs for up-to-date malware signatures, and three scan types: standard antivirus, grayware scanning, and machine learning AI for zero-day threats.
Learn to enable FortiGate antivirus, attach the FortiGuard outbreak prevention database to the default security policy, apply it to firewall policies, and verify blocks via security event logs.
Explore how FortiGate web filtering uses FortiGuard categories to block or allow sites, set actions like monitor and authenticate, and reduce bandwidth while restricting dangerous and inappropriate content.
Configure FortiGate web filtering by enabling the web filter and applying the default profile to block or allow categories, then monitor logs to verify Facebook access is controlled.
Configure FortiGate web filter to require user authentication for file sharing and storage, assign an IT group, create user definitions, and verify access via OneDrive and logs.
Enable the Fortigate intrusion prevention system (IPS) using the IPS sensor and FortiGuard signatures to detect and block real-time malicious traffic, with SSL deep inspection for encrypted threats.
Learn to configure the intrusion prevention system on a FortiGate device by enabling IPS, managing the security profile intrusion prevention, cloning and customizing sensors, and applying to a firewall policy.
Explore application control on FortiGate to identify traffic by application and apply actions to allow, block, or monitor apps, including blocking video streams, using FortiGuard signatures; configure profiles and categories.
Configure application control on the FortiGate appliance to block video categories, apply the policy object to the firewall rules, and review the security logs.
The FortiGate LABS for Beginners course is an extensive, hands-on training program designed to introduce participants to Fortinet’s FortiGate firewalls and their critical role in modern network security. This beginner-friendly course is ideal for IT professionals, students, and anyone interested in gaining practical experience with FortiGate, one of the industry’s leading solutions for network protection.
FortiGate firewalls offer a comprehensive suite of features, including intrusion prevention, web filtering, secure VPN connections, and advanced traffic management. This course bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application by combining detailed explanations with lab-based exercises, enabling participants to develop confidence in deploying and managing FortiGate devices.
Throughout this program, participants will gain an understanding of how to secure networks effectively and efficiently, with a strong focus on practical skills. You will start by exploring the Fortinet Security Fabric, which connects FortiGate devices to other Fortinet products, creating a cohesive security ecosystem. From there, the course delves into initial setup, configuration, and system optimization.
Participants will learn to implement firewall policies to control traffic flow, configure Network Address Translation (NAT) for seamless communication, and set up user authentication for enhanced access control. Hands-on labs will provide real-world scenarios, allowing participants to configure Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) for secure connections and troubleshoot issues using FortiGate’s powerful monitoring tools.
In addition to technical skills, participants will gain experience generating insightful reports and customizing dashboards for proactive network management. By the end of the course, you will have a solid foundation in FortiGate operations, preparing you for advanced certifications or practical application in your organization.
Whether you're a newcomer to network security or seeking to specialize in Fortinet technologies, this course provides everything you need to get started on your journey toward becoming a FortiGate expert.