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What is the FortiGate 101F next-generation firewall?
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The FortiGate 101F is a compact, high-performance next-generation firewall delivering up to 15 Gbps of firewall throughput, integrated SD-WAN, and enterprise-grade security in a desktop form factor.
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What are the key features of FortiGate 101F?
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Key features include 15 Gbps NGFW throughput, 1.9 Gbps IPS, 3.5 Gbps with all security enabled, 8x GE RJ45, 2x GE SFP ports, SD-WAN, IPS, antivirus, web filtering, SSL inspection, and FortiGuard threat intelligence.
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What firewall and threat-prevention performance does FortiGate 101F deliver?
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FortiGate 101F provides up to 15 Gbps of firewall throughput, 1.9 Gbps IPS throughput, and 3.5 Gbps of NGFW throughput with all security services active.
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How many concurrent sessions can FortiGate 101F handle?
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FortiGate 101F supports up to 1.5 million concurrent sessions and handles up to 200,000 new sessions per second to ensure reliable performance under heavy loads.
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Which deployment scenarios are ideal for FortiGate 101F?
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FortiGate 101F is ideal for small to medium-sized enterprises, branch offices, and remote sites requiring consolidated security, SD-WAN optimization, and centralized management.
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How many network interfaces does FortiGate 101F provide?
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It provides 8x GE RJ45 internal ports, 2x GE SFP ports, and 1x dual-purpose GE RJ45/SFP WAN port to support flexible connectivity and redundancy.
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Does FortiGate 101F support VPN and SD-WAN functionality?
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Yes. It supports IPsec and SSL VPN for secure remote access, plus integrated SD-WAN for intelligent path selection, application steering, and WAN cost optimization.
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What security services are included with FortiGate 101F?
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Included services are intrusion prevention (IPS), antivirus, web filtering, application control, email filtering, SSL/TLS inspection, and sandboxing via FortiGuard Labs threat intelligence.
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How is FortiGate 101F licensed and what subscriptions are available?
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FortiGate 101F uses subscription-based licensing with bundles like UTM and Advanced Threat Protection; subscriptions cover FortiGuard security services, FortiCare support, and FortiCloud management.
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How can I manage and monitor FortiGate 101F?
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Management options include the FortiOS GUI, FortiManager on-premises, and FortiCloud SaaS, offering real-time dashboards, automated reporting, and policy orchestration.
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Can FortiGate 101F be deployed in high-availability mode?
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Yes. FortiGate 101F supports active-active and active-passive HA clustering with session synchronization and link failover for enhanced redundancy.
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How do I install and configure my FortiGate 101F appliance?
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Install by desktop-mounting or racking, connect power and network cables, then complete initial setup via the GUI setup wizard or CLI; comprehensive guides are available on the Fortinet Support site.
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Is FortiGate 101F suitable for small and medium-sized businesses?
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Yes. With scalable throughput, integrated security services, and simplified management, FortiGate 101F meets the performance and budget needs of SMBs seeking enterprise-level protection.
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How often should I update FortiGate 101F firmware and security definitions?
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We recommend applying firmware updates quarterly for new features and patches, and enabling daily FortiGuard signature updates to maintain optimal threat protection.
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What support and warranty options are available for FortiGate 101F?
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FortiGate 101F includes a one-year limited hardware warranty; optional FortiCare services provide 24x7 technical support, next-business-day hardware replacement, and advanced threat response.
