How to configure Interfaces, Address, and Firewall policy on Fortigate

To configure Interfaces, Address and Firewall policy on Fortigate

Introduction:

FortiGate firewalls are purpose-built security processers that enable the threat protection and performance for SSL-encrypted traffic by providing granular visibility of applications, users, and IoT devices. These appliances are designed to recognize issues quickly and intuitively. Configuration Process: Open the Fortigate dashboard on browser: Then goto Network and select Interfaces: Then, I am selecting Port2 for configuration, click edit and configure the Interface:

Once completed, next I am selecting Port3 for configuration : After that, goto policy&Objects and select address: Next, Create a New address and configure that:

Once completed configure the firewall policy: Create a new policy: Configure the policy: Once completed click OK: With this method the configuration of Interfaces, Address and Firewall Policy On fortigate comes to an end.

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