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- FortiGate-280D-POE, Enterprise Protection (24x7 FortiCare plus Application Control, IPS, AV, Web Filtering, Antispam, FortiSandbox Cloud, FortiCASB (40 users included), Industrial Security and Security Rating)
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FC-10-00281-980-02-DD Overview
FC-10-00281-980-02-DD is a high-performance, rack-mounted network security appliance engineered for modern enterprise and branch office deployments. Designed to deliver robust throughput with up to 10 Gbps firewall capacity, this device features multiple port configurations including 8 LAN ports and 2 dedicated WAN ports (with additional SFP support) that ensure flexible connectivity within complex network environments.
FC-10-00281-980-02-DD integrates advanced security services such as IPS, antivirus, web filtering, and VPN to provide comprehensive threat protection. It comes equipped with an AC power supply with redundant support, and is optimized for centralized management via CLI, GUI, REST API, and SNMP. The product’s scalable architecture supports high availability with active-active clustering, making it ideal for high-demand data centers, enterprise networks, and cloud-connected environments.
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FC-10-00281-980-02-DD Specifications
- Product Type
- Firewall Appliance
- Architecture
- Rack-mount
- Deployment Type
- Enterprise / Branch Office
- Use Case
- VPN / Secure Access / UTM
- Firewall Layer Supported
- Layer 3 / Layer 7
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Firewall Throughput
- 10 Gbps
- Threat Protection Throughput
- 5 Gbps
- IPS Throughput
- 3 Gbps
- VPN Throughput
- 2 Gbps
- Supported Applications
- 100+
- Centralized Configuration & Reporting
- Yes
- Feature
- Advanced Threat Protection, Deep Packet Inspection, Clustering
- Concurrent Sessions
- 500,000
- Maximum Concurrent Sessions
- 1,000,000
- Users/Nodes
- Unlimited
- Integrated I/O
- 6
- New Sessions Per Second
- 50,000
- Supported VPN Types
- IPSec / SSL VPN
- Routing Protocols Supported
- OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing
- Security Services
- Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN
- High Availability
- Active-Active
- Interfaces
- RJ-45 / SFP
- WAN Ports
- 2 WAN
- LAN Ports
- 8 LAN Ports
- Switch Ports
- Yes
- POE Ports
- No
- Management Options
- Cloud / CLI / GUI / REST API / SNMP
- Logging & Monitoring
- Built-in / Syslog / Cloud Logging
- Firewall Policies Supported
- 500
- Users Supported
- 1000
- Memory
- 8 GB
- Flash Storage
- 128 GB
- Expansion Slots
- SFP
- Form Factor
- 1 RU
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Device Type
- NGFW
- Product Name
- FC-10-00281-980-02-DD Next-Generation Firewall
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Weight
- 15 lbs
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| FC-10-00281-980-02-DD |  FC-10-F6H0E-311-02-DD |  FG-100F-BDL-950-60 |  FG-100EF |  FC-10-F6H0E-188-02-DD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance |
| Architecture | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Deployment Type | Enterprise / Branch Office | Enterprise | Enterprise / Branch Office | Enterprise / Branch Office | Enterprise / Branch Office |
| Use Case | VPN / Secure Access / UTM | VPN / Secure Access / UTM | VPN / Secure Access / UTM | VPN / Secure Access / UTM | VPN / Secure Access / UTM |
| Firewall Layer Supported | Layer 3 / Layer 7 | Layer 7 | Layer 7 | Layer 7 | Layer 7 |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Firewall Throughput | 10 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 10 Gbps |
| Threat Protection Throughput | 5 Gbps | 6 Gbps | 8 Gbps | 4 Gbps | 5 Gbps |
| IPS Throughput | 3 Gbps | 4 Gbps | 8 Gbps | 3 Gbps | 4 Gbps |
| VPN Throughput | 2 Gbps | 8 Gbps | 5 Gbps | 2 Gbps | 3 Gbps |
| Supported Applications | 100+ | 200 | 100 | 150 | 150 |
| Centralized Configuration & Reporting | Yes | Yes | Yes | Cloud-based management | Yes |
| Feature | Advanced Threat Protection, Deep Packet Inspection, Clustering | Deep Packet Inspection | Integrated Security Management | High Availability, Clustering, Advanced Threat Protection | Advanced Routing, Deep Packet Inspection |
| Concurrent Sessions | 500,000 | 500,000 | 1000000 | 500000 | 500000 |
| Maximum Concurrent Sessions | 1,000,000 | 1,000,000 | 1200000 | 1000000 | 1000000 |
| Users/Nodes | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Integrated I/O | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| New Sessions Per Second | 50,000 | 20,000 | 50000 | 50000 | 20000 |
| Supported VPN Types | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / L2TP / PPTP / GRE | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE |
| Routing Protocols Supported | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing |
| Security Services | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / DLP / Sandboxing / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN |
| High Availability | Active-Active | Active-Passive | Active-Active | Active-Passive | Active-Passive |
| Interfaces | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP+ / QSFP+ | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP / SFP+ |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 4 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 24 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Switch Ports | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| POE Ports | No | No | No | No | No |
| Management Options | Cloud / CLI / GUI / REST API / SNMP | Cloud / CLI / GUI / Centralized / REST API / SNMP | Cloud / CLI / GUI / Centralized / REST API / SNMP | Cloud / CLI / GUI / SNMP | Cloud / CLI / GUI / REST API / SNMP |
| Logging & Monitoring | Built-in / Syslog / Cloud Logging | Built-in / Syslog / Cloud Logging | Built-in / Syslog / Cloud Logging | Built-in | Built-in / Syslog |
| Firewall Policies Supported | 500 | 1000 | 5000 | 300 | 500 |
| Users Supported | 1000 | Unlimited | 10000 | 1000 | 1000000 |
| Memory | 8 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Flash Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| Expansion Slots | SFP | SFP | SFP | SFP | SFP |
| Form Factor | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | Rack-mount | 2 RU |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 2 RU |
| Device Type | NGFW | NGFW | NGFW | NGFW | NGFW |
| Product Name | FC-10-00281-980-02-DD Next-Generation Firewall | FC-10-F6H0E-311-02-DD | FG-100F-BDL-950-60 | FG-100EF Next-Generation Firewall | FC-10-F6H0E-188-02-DD Next-Generation Firewall |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1 inches | 3.5 |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 |
| Depth | 18 inches | 15 inches | 15.0 inches | 10 inches | 16 |
| Weight | 15 lbs | 25 lbs | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | 25 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
H
Howard Grant
5
Strong security coverage across multiple services.
C
Caleb Wood
4
Easy management with consistent performance.
V
Victor James
5
Reliable all-in-one FortiGate subscription.
S
Simon Carter
4
Excellent for unified enterprise security.
Questions & Answers
What is the FortiGate-280D-POE Enterprise Protection?
The FortiGate-280D-POE Enterprise Protection is a mid-range next-generation firewall with PoE ports and a comprehensive security license that includes Application Control, IPS, AV, Web Filtering, Antispam, FortiSandbox Cloud, FortiCASB for 40 users, Industrial Security, Security Rating, and 24×7 FortiCare support.
What security services are included in the Enterprise Protection license?
The Enterprise Protection license includes Application Control, Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Antivirus (AV), Web Filtering, Antispam, FortiSandbox Cloud, FortiCASB for 40 users, Industrial Security and Security Rating, all backed by 24×7 FortiCare support.
How many PoE ports does the FortiGate-280D-POE have?
The FortiGate-280D-POE features 16 802.3at PoE ports delivering up to 30 W per port for direct power to endpoints such as cameras and access points.
What is the firewall and NGFW throughput of the FortiGate-280D-POE?
It delivers up to 7 Gbps firewall throughput, up to 4 Gbps NGFW throughput, and up to 1 Gbps IPS throughput for high-performance security.
How many concurrent sessions can the FortiGate-280D-POE handle?
The device supports up to 4 million concurrent sessions, ensuring reliable performance for large-scale networks.
Does the FortiGate-280D-POE support high availability?
Yes, it supports both active-active and active-passive high availability with session synchronization for seamless failover and uninterrupted service.
What is FortiCare 24×7 support and why is it important?
FortiCare 24×7 provides round-the-clock technical support, firmware updates, and advanced hardware replacement, ensuring maximum uptime and continuous protection.
Can I manage the FortiGate-280D-POE via the cloud?
Yes, the FortiGate-280D-POE is compatible with FortiManager Cloud and FortiCloud, offering centralized device management, analytics, and secure configuration backups.
What is FortiSandbox Cloud and how does it enhance security?
FortiSandbox Cloud analyzes unknown files and anomalies in a secure cloud environment, detecting and blocking advanced threats before they enter your network.
How does FortiCASB work and what does the 40-user license include?
FortiCASB integrates with cloud applications to enforce security policies, monitor access, generate compliance reports and mitigate threats for up to 40 users.
Is the FortiGate-280D-POE suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, it offers Industrial Security with deep packet inspection for OT protocols like Modbus, OPC, and DNP3, protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
What is Security Rating in the FortiGate-280D-POE?
Security Rating continuously assesses your network against industry best practices and provides actionable recommendations to improve your security posture.
How do I deploy the Enterprise Protection license?
Activate the license on the Fortinet support portal using your device serial number; the system then automatically provisions all security services and 24×7 support.
Can I upgrade the number of FortiCASB users?
Yes, additional FortiCASB user licenses can be purchased through Fortinet partners to scale cloud access security for more users.
What warranty and hardware replacement options are available?
The product includes a limited lifetime warranty for hardware defects and next-business-day advanced replacement under FortiCare 24×7 support.
What are the power requirements for the FortiGate-280D-POE?
It accepts 100–240 V AC input and provides up to 480 W of PoE power budget to support connected devices.
How does Web Filtering improve network security?
Web Filtering enforces content policies by categorizing and blocking malicious or non-compliant websites in real-time, reducing phishing and malware risks.