Accelerate Network and Security Services with FGaaS
Fortinet's FortiGate-as-a-Service (FGaaS) is a cutting-edge solution that seamlessly combines cloud agility with the speed of Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) to deliver flexible and highly effective threat protection. Hosted in numerous Fortinet data center locations worldwide, FGaaS provides a FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall hardware appliance as-a-Service. This unique offering includes IPs, bandwidth, and FortiGuard AI-Powered Security Services, allowing organizations to pay only for what they need with FortiPoints consumption licensing.
Easy-to-Use Customer Portal
FGaaS is integrated within FortiCloud, an ecosystem that offers a portal of services simplifying the ordering process. Organizations can swiftly deploy FortiGate within minutes and gain complete access to configure the device as needed. With a pay-as-you-go model, FGaaS allows a smooth transition from Capital Expenditure (CapEx) to Operational Expenditure (OpEx). The customer portal features an intuitive interface, fast ordering and order updates, flexible customization options, console access, audit logs, FortiCloud user management, and multitenancy capabilities.
Features and Benefits of FortiGate-as-a-Service
FortiGate-as-a-Service offers various features and benefits such as immediate access to FortiGate hardware without shipping delays, eliminating the need for hardware management tasks with Hardware-as-a-Service, no hardware replacement processes, flexible licensing with easy setup and usage of FortiPoints on-demand, high availability with models supporting Hot Standby configurations or geo-redundancy for improved resilience, and full-spectrum protection through FortiGuard AI-Powered Security Services.
The Only Purpose-Built Proprietary ASIC
Fortinet's ASIC-based security processing units (SPUs) are at the core of FortiGate-as-a-Service, significantly enhancing the performance, scale, efficiency, and value of Fortinet solutions. These SPUs effectively improve user experience, reduce footprint, and energy requirements. The Network Processor NP7, Content Processor CP9, and Security Processor SP5 work cohesively to provide unmatched performance for network functions, stateful firewall functions, and application identification, respectively.
Models and Specifications
FGaaS offers three distinct models tailored to seamlessly integrate into any environment and meet diverse threat protection performance and energy efficiency demands. Models range from FortiGate 91G delivering 2.2 Gbps to FortiGate 3501F providing an impressive 63 Gbps of threat protection, ensuring scalability and performance across various network architectures.
Use Cases of FortiGate-as-a-Service
The versatility of FGaaS is showcased in multiple use cases, such as serving as an SD-WAN Hub for regional networks, functioning as a Wireless Controller for secure wireless LAN management, offering Web Proxy and Centralized Security Inspection to ensure comprehensive protection, and catering to OT environments with specific security features for critical infrastructure defense and operational continuity.
Analyst Validation and Resources
Fortinet's FortiGate-as-a-Service has garnered recognition, with Gartner naming Fortinet a Leader in the 2022 Magic Quadrant for Network Firewalls for 13 consecutive years. Additional resources, such as ordering guides and data sheets, are available to assist organizations in leveraging FGaaS effectively. These resources facilitate easy implementation, management, and optimization of FortiGate-as-a-Service within diverse network infrastructures.