FortiGate 50G Next-Generation Firewall
Image via fortinet.com
Defend against various cyber threats with comprehensive NGFW capabilities for protection.
- Protect your network with advanced threat protection, leveraging leading threat intelligence and deep packet inspection.
- Experience exceptional speed and reliability with high performance, perfect for high-traffic environments.
- Effortlessly scale your security solutions with our adaptable scalability feature, growing with your business needs.
What is Fortigate 50G
FortiGate 50G is a next-generation firewall built for small to mid-sized networks that need enterprise-grade security without complex management. It combines AI-driven threat protection, secure networking, and centralized control in a compact appliance suitable for modern business environments.
Image via fortinet.com
Fortigate 50G Deployment Use Cases
Perimeter Protection for Small and Mid-Size Networks
Provides high-performance security for compact networks with minimal management overhead.
- Example: A healthcare clinic protecting patient records uses the device to block malware, inspect encrypted traffic, and enforce access policies for both on-site staff and remote users.
- Key Points: Combines firewall, IPS, and application control; real-time inspection of encrypted traffic; visibility into users, devices, and applications; streamlined policy enforcement across multiple locations.
Secure SD-WAN for Branch Connectivity
Ensures reliable, secure connectivity between headquarters, branch offices, and remote sites.
- Example: A retail chain optimizes application traffic across stores while securing internet and cloud connections.
- Key Points: Intelligent SD-WAN routing for faster access to critical applications; consistent security across WAN links; centralized management for multiple sites; automated failover minimizes downtime.
Secure Branch Office Deployment
Extends consistent security to wired and wireless networks in distributed locations with simplified management.
- Example: A professional services firm secures connected switches and Wi-Fi access points while IT monitors and enforces policies from a central dashboard.
- Key Points: Unified LAN, WLAN, and WAN protection; centralized policy deployment; AI-driven threat detection; reduced operational overhead with full network visibility.
Features and Capabilities
FortiGate 50G integrates firewall, intrusion prevention, antivirus, application control, and SD-WAN in a single platform. It supports identity-aware access, network segmentation aligned with Zero Trust principles, and deep SSL inspection to detect threats in encrypted traffic. FortiGuard Labs provides continuous intelligence updates to protect against emerging threats.
Image via fortinet.com
Image via fortinet.com
Performance Specifications FortiGate 50G Series
FortiGate 200F includes advanced features designed to deliver top-notch security.
Performance
| Specification | FortiGate 50G | FortiGate 51G |
|---|---|---|
| Firewall Throughput | Up to 5 Gbps | Up to 5 Gbps |
| IPS Throughput (Enterprise Mix) | Up to 2.25 Gbps | Up to 2.25 Gbps |
| NGFW Throughput | Up to 1.25 Gbps | Up to 1.25 Gbps |
| Threat Protection Throughput | Up to 1.1 Gbps | Up to 1.1 Gbps |
| IPsec VPN Throughput (AES-256) | Up to 4.5 Gbps | Up to 4.5 Gbps |
| SSL Inspection Throughput | Up to 1.3 Gbps | Up to 1.3 Gbps |
| Application Control Throughput | Up to 2.8 Gbps | Up to 2.8 Gbps |
| Concurrent Sessions | Up to 720,000 | Up to 720,000 |
| New Sessions / Second | Up to 85,000 | Up to 85,000 |
| Firewall Latency (64-byte UDP) | 2.42 μs | 2.42 μs |
Hardware & Connectivity
| Specification | FortiGate 50G | FortiGate 51G |
|---|---|---|
| WAN Ports | 1 × GE (hardware-accelerated) | 1 × GE (hardware-accelerated) |
| LAN Ports | 3 × GE RJ45 | 3 × GE RJ45 |
| FortiLink Port (Default) | 1 × GE RJ45 | 1 × GE RJ45 |
| USB Port | 1 | 1 |
| Console Port | RJ45 | RJ45 |
| Internal Storage | Not Available | 64 GB SSD |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Supported | Supported |
| Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) | Supported | Supported |
| Signed Firmware Hardware Switch | Supported | Supported |
Wireless
| Specification | FortiGate 50G | FortiGate 51G |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Interface | Not Available | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wireless Standards | Not Available | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Frequency Bands | Not Available | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
| Max Wi-Fi Speed (5 GHz) | Not Available | Up to 1201 Mbps |
| Max Wi-Fi Speed (2.4 GHz) | Not Available | Up to 574 Mbps |
| MU-MIMO | Not Available | 2 × 2 |
Scalability & Availability
| Specification | FortiGate 50G | FortiGate 51G |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Domains (VDOMs) | 5 (default / max) | 5 (default / max) |
| Max FortiSwitches Supported | 8 | 8 |
| Max FortiAPs (Total / Tunnel Mode) | 16 / 8 | 16 / 8 |
| Max FortiTokens | 500 | 500 |
| High Availability Modes | Active-Active, Active-Passive | Active-Active, Active-Passive |
Physical & Environmental
| Specification | FortiGate 50G | FortiGate 51G |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Desktop, fanless | Desktop, fanless |
| Noise Level | 0 dBA | 0 dBA |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C | 0°C to 40°C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,048 m | Up to 3,048 m |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, UL/cUL, CB, USGv6/IPv6 | FCC, CE, UL/cUL, CB, USGv6/IPv6 |
Security Services and Subscriptions
- Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW): Blocks malware, exploits, and application-layer attacks.
- Intrusion Prevention System (IPS): Detects and stops threats in real time.
- Application Control: Identifies and manages network applications.
- Web Filtering: Blocks malicious or unsafe websites.
- Antivirus / Anti-Malware: Scans traffic and endpoints for viruses and malware.
- FortiGuard Security Services: Continuous AI-powered threat updates, Web Filtering, IPS, Antivirus, Application Control.
- SSL Inspection: Inspects encrypted traffic for hidden threats.
- Secure SD-WAN Services: Optimizes WAN performance with security policies across multiple sites.
- Cloud Sandbox (Advanced Threat Protection): Detects zero-day attacks by analyzing suspicious files in the cloud.
- FortiCare Support: Technical support, firmware updates, and enhanced management.
FortiOS and Centralized Management
FortiGate 50G runs on FortiOS, a unified platform for firewall, SD-WAN, VPN, and security services. Centralized management with FortiManager enables IT teams to monitor and control multiple FortiGate devices, switches, and access points from a single dashboard. Security policies can be applied consistently across offices, branches, and remote users, while integration with the Fortinet Security Fabric automates threat detection and response.
Get the Best Price for FortiGate 50G
Other FortiGate Line of Products From Fortinet
FortiGate with Fortinet Security Fabric solutions tailored for organizations of all sizes.
