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FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD Overview
FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD is a high-performance hardware appliance designed for rack-mounted deployments in enterprise and branch office environments. Engineered for rigorous network security, this device features a robust throughput capacity of up to 0.9 Gbps, versatile port configurations that include 2 WAN ports, 8 LAN ports (with integrated PoE support), and SFP interfaces, as well as redundant AC power supplies to ensure continuous operation.
Optimized for demanding use cases such as VPN, secure access, segmentation, and unified threat management (UTM), the FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD supports a comprehensive set of security services including IPS, antivirus, web filtering, and application control. Its integrated management options via CLI, GUI, SNMP, and cloud-based centralized reporting, paired with high availability in an active-passive clustering setup, enable seamless scalability and reliability for SMB, enterprise, branch, and cloud deployments.
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FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD Specifications
- Product Type
- Firewall Appliance
- Architecture
- Rack-mount
- Deployment Type
- Enterprise / Branch Office
- Use Case
- VPN / Secure Access / Segmentation / UTM
- Firewall Layer Supported
- Layer 7
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Firewall Throughput
- 0.9 Gbps
- Threat Protection Throughput
- 0.6 Gbps
- IPS Throughput
- 0.7 Gbps
- VPN Throughput
- 0.65 Gbps
- Supported Applications
- 150
- Centralized Configuration & Reporting
- Yes
- Feature
- High availability, PoE support, clustering capabilities
- Concurrent Sessions
- 500000
- Maximum Concurrent Sessions
- 500000
- Users/Nodes
- Unlimited
- Integrated I/O
- 10
- New Sessions Per Second
- 20000
- 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-Passive
- Interfaces
- RJ-45 / SFP / Combo Ports
- WAN Ports
- 2 WAN
- LAN Ports
- 8 LAN Ports
- Switch Ports
- Yes
- POE Ports
- Yes
- Management Options
- Cloud / CLI / GUI / SNMP
- Logging & Monitoring
- Built-in / Syslog
- Firewall Policies Supported
- 250
- Users Supported
- Unlimited
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Flash Storage
- 32 GB
- Expansion Slots
- SFP
- Form Factor
- 1 RU
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Device Type
- NGFW
- Product Name
- FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.3 inches
- Depth
- 11 inches
- Weight
- 15 lbs
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD |  FC-10-0061E-289-02-DD |  FG-60E-BDL |  FC-10-F30EG-284-02-DD |  FG-60E-DSLJ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Desktop | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Centralized Configuration & Reporting | Yes | Yes | FortiManager & FortiAnalyzer supported | Yes | Yes |
| Concurrent Sessions | 500000 | 500000 | 1,200,000 | 1000000 | 300,000 |
| Deployment Type | Enterprise / Branch Office | Enterprise / Branch Office | Small Business / Branch Office | Enterprise / Branch Office | Small Business / Branch Office |
| Depth | 11 inches | 14 | N/A | 19 inches | 12 inches |
| Device Type | NGFW | NGFW | NGFW | NGFW | NGFW |
| Expansion Slots | SFP | SFP | N/A | SFP | SFP |
| Feature | High availability, PoE support, clustering capabilities | Deep Packet Inspection | Integrated IPS, Antivirus, Web Filtering, VPN | Integrated high availability and modular upgradeability | Deep Inspection, Advanced Threat Protection |
| Firewall Layer Supported | Layer 7 | Layer 7 | Layer 3 / Layer 4 / Layer 7 | Layer 7 | Layer 3 / Layer 4 / Layer 7 |
| Firewall Policies Supported | 250 | 300 | N/A | 5000 | 500 |
| Firewall Throughput | 0.9 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 3.5 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 2 Gbps |
| Flash Storage | 32 GB | 128 GB | 8 GB | 128 GB | 32 GB |
| Form Factor | 1 RU | 1 RU | Desktop | Rack-mount | 1 RU |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 | N/A | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| High Availability | Active-Passive | Active-Active | Active-Passive | Active-Passive | Active-Passive |
| IPS Throughput | 0.7 Gbps | 7 Gbps | 350 Mbps | 4 Gbps | 1 Gbps |
| Integrated I/O | 10 | 4 | N/A | 8 | 6 |
| Interfaces | RJ-45 / SFP / Combo Ports | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP |
| LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Logging & Monitoring | Built-in / Syslog | Built-in / Syslog | Built-in / Syslog / Cloud Logging | Built-in / Cloud Logging | Built-in / External |
| Management Options | Cloud / CLI / GUI / SNMP | Cloud / CLI / GUI / Centralized / REST API / SNMP | Cloud / CLI / GUI / SNMP | CLI / GUI / SNMP / REST API | CLI / GUI / SNMP |
| Maximum Concurrent Sessions | 500000 | 750000 | 1,200,000 | 2000000 | 500,000 |
| Memory | 4 GB | 16 GB | 2 GB | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| New Sessions Per Second | 20000 | 15000 | 30,000 | 50000 | 20,000 |
| POE Ports | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD | FC-10-0061E-289-02-DD Next-Generation Firewall | FG-60E-BDL | FC-10-F30EG-284-02-DD | FG-60E-DSLJ |
| Product Type | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance | Firewall Appliance |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Routing Protocols Supported | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing |
| Security Services | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN | Antivirus / Web Filtering / Application Control / IPS / VPN |
| Supported Applications | 150 | 200 | N/A | 256 | 50 |
| Supported VPN Types | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / L2TP / PPTP / GRE | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN |
| Switch Ports | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Threat Protection Throughput | 0.6 Gbps | 8 Gbps | 500 Mbps | 5 Gbps | 1.5 Gbps |
| Use Case | VPN / Secure Access / Segmentation / UTM | VPN / Secure Access / UTM | VPN / Secure Access / UTM | UTM | VPN / Secure Access / UTM |
| Users Supported | Unlimited | 500000 | N/A | 1000000 | 500 |
| Users/Nodes | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| VPN Throughput | 0.65 Gbps | 6 Gbps | 800 Mbps | 3 Gbps | 1 Gbps |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | N/A | 15 lbs | 8 lbs |
| Width | 17.3 inches | 17 | N/A | 17 inches | 17 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
W
Wesley Brown
5
Ideal for powering access points and phones.
G
Gareth Lewis
5
Stable performance under load.
M
Malcolm Price
4
Easy deployment for branch offices.
V
Victor Payne
5
Good value PoE security appliance.
Questions & Answers
What is the FortiGate-81E-POE?
The FortiGate-81E-POE is a compact next-generation firewall appliance with integrated PoE ports, offering advanced security, routing, and switching for small to medium businesses.
What components are included in the FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD bundle?
The FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD bundle includes the FortiGate-81E-POE hardware, an 8×5 FortiCare support license, and FortiGuard Unified Threat Management Protection services.
What does 8×5 FortiCare support cover?
8×5 FortiCare support provides hardware warranty coverage, firmware updates, and technical assistance during standard business hours (Monday–Friday, 9×5).
What is FortiGuard Unified (UTM) Protection?
FortiGuard UTM Protection delivers integrated security services—antivirus, intrusion prevention, web filtering, application control, and anti-spam—to safeguard networks against evolving threats.
What firewall throughput does the FortiGate-81E-POE deliver?
The FortiGate-81E-POE offers up to 1 Gbps of firewall throughput, ensuring high-performance network security for SMB environments.
How many PoE ports are available and what are their power specifications?
The FortiGate-81E-POE provides eight Gigabit PoE ports supporting IEEE 802.3af/at standards with a maximum PoE power budget of 150 W.
How many concurrent sessions can the FortiGate-81E-POE support?
The FortiGate-81E-POE supports up to 1.5 million concurrent sessions, enabling scalable connection handling for growing networks.
What deployment scenarios are ideal for the FortiGate-81E-POE?
The FortiGate-81E-POE is ideal for branch offices, retail stores, and SMBs requiring integrated PoE switching and advanced UTM security in a single appliance.
Does the FortiGate-81E-POE support SD-WAN capabilities?
Yes, the FortiGate-81E-POE includes built-in SD-WAN functionality for optimized traffic steering, WAN cost reduction, and improved application performance.
Can I centrally manage multiple FortiGate appliances including the 81E-POE?
Yes, you can centrally manage FortiGate-81E-POE through FortiManager and FortiCloud for streamlined policy deployment and monitoring.
How do I set up the FortiGate-81E-POE appliance?
Connect the device to your network, access the web GUI via the default IP (192.168.1.99), and follow the setup wizard to configure interfaces, security policies, and UTM services.
How do I renew FortiGuard and FortiCare services?
To renew services, log in to the Fortinet Customer Service & Support portal, select your device, choose the FortiGuard and FortiCare licenses, and complete the purchase process.
What warranty does the FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD bundle include?
The FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD bundle includes a hardware warranty and software updates for the duration of the 8×5 FortiCare support term.
What are the power consumption and physical dimensions of the FortiGate-81E-POE?
The FortiGate-81E-POE consumes up to 200 W, measures 210 × 132 × 38 mm, and weighs 1.1 kg, making it suitable for rack or desktop deployment.
Where can I purchase the FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD and obtain pricing information?
You can purchase the FG-81E-POE-BDL-900-DD through authorized Fortinet partners or the Fortinet website, where up-to-date pricing and ordering options are available.