Follow these steps to get your free FortiGate-VM up and running.
for evaluation and lab testing, though it comes with specific resource and feature restrictions. Fortinet Document Library Download and Setup Process Create a Support Account : Visit the Fortinet Customer Service & Support
Below are the steps required to deploy a downloaded FortiGate-VM 7.0 OVA template onto a VMware vSphere ESXi environment.
Setting up FortiGate-VM 7.0 allows network engineers, cybersecurity students, and IT professionals to test firewall policies, learn the FortiOS operating system, and build proof-of-concept labs without purchasing expensive hardware. FortiGate-VM 7.0 Free Licensing Options
: Deploy the downloaded image into your hypervisor (e.g., "Deploy OVF Template" in vCenter).
Fortinet changed its trial structure starting with FortiOS 7.2, but due to how it handles its evaluation mode. The Permanent Trial Architecture
: Learning the CLI/GUI, testing basic routing/policy configurations, and lab automation. Deployment Quick Steps
Run the following commands, replacing the email and password with your actual FortiCloud account credentials:
Full access to the GUI and CLI, allowing you to configure routing, firewall policies, and basic VPNs. 2. Prerequisites Before Downloading
Select the option and enter your FortiCare credentials to activate the license. Limitations of the Free Evaluation License
Click on "Register" to create a free account with your email address. 2. Locate the VM Images Once logged in, navigate to > VM Images . Select "FortiGate" in the product dropdown.
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