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What is FortiAnalyzer 2000E?
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FortiAnalyzer 2000E is a high-performance log management and security analytics appliance by Fortinet that centralizes and correlates logs from firewalls, switches, endpoints, and other security devices.
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What are the key features of FortiAnalyzer 2000E?
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Key features include multi-TB onboard storage, real-time threat correlation, customizable dashboards, automated compliance reporting, and integration with the Fortinet Security Fabric.
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What deployment options are available for FortiAnalyzer 2000E?
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FortiAnalyzer 2000E supports standalone physical appliance deployment in data centers or co-location facilities with optional HA clustering for failover.
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What performance specifications does FortiAnalyzer 2000E offer?
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FortiAnalyzer 2000E delivers up to 100,000 EPS (events per second) processing, 40 Gbps log ingestion, and sub-second query response times for large-scale environments.
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How many devices can FortiAnalyzer 2000E manage?
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It can centrally manage and analyze logs from up to 20,000 Fortinet and third-party devices, depending on event volume and retention requirements.
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What storage capacity does FortiAnalyzer 2000E include?
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It includes 16 TB of internal SSD storage, expandable via external storage units, delivering high-speed log ingest and long-term retention.
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What log retention and archiving capabilities are supported?
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FortiAnalyzer 2000E supports customizable retention periods, automated archiving to external repositories, and compression to optimize storage use.
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How does FortiAnalyzer 2000E handle analytics and reporting?
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It offers built-in threat detection engines, machine-learning–powered analytics, and over 350 prebuilt report templates for compliance and security visibility.
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Can FortiAnalyzer 2000E integrate with the Fortinet Security Fabric?
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Yes. It natively integrates with Fortinet Security Fabric components for automated threat sharing, cross-product correlation, and unified policy enforcement.
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Which log and telemetry formats are supported?
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It supports Fortinet proprietary logs, syslog, IPFIX, NetFlow, JSON, and third-party formats for comprehensive visibility across heterogeneous environments.
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What security and compliance standards does FortiAnalyzer 2000E support?
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It provides out-of-the-box reporting for PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, ISO 27001, and other regulatory frameworks, with tamper-proof audit trails and role-based access control.
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Does FortiAnalyzer 2000E support high availability?
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Yes. It offers active-active and active-passive HA clustering with session synchronization to ensure uninterrupted log collection and analysis.
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How scalable is FortiAnalyzer 2000E?
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It scales horizontally via appliance clustering and vertically with storage expansion units, supporting growth from small branch deployments to large data centers.
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What licensing model does FortiAnalyzer 2000E use?
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It uses a perpetual appliance license with optional subscription bundles for advanced analytics, threat intelligence updates, and premium support.
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How do I deploy FortiAnalyzer 2000E in my network?
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Deploy it in your data center, connect your FortiGates and other log sources via secure syslog or API, configure device groups, and apply log retention and report settings.
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Where can I purchase and get support for FortiAnalyzer 2000E?
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You can purchase through Fortinet authorized partners or distributors. Fortinet offers 24×7 support via FortiCare for hardware replacement, firmware updates, and technical assistance.