FortiGate 60F Next-Generation Firewall – Secure SD-WAN & VPN for SMBs
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FortiGate 60F by Fortinet offers powerful, all-in-one network security tailored for small to mid-sized businesses. With features like advanced threat protection, secure VPN access, and SD-WAN capabilities, it ensures enterprise-grade performance at a cost-effective price, perfect for offices, branches, and retail outlets in Malaysia.
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Features of FortiGate 60F Series
Designed for enterprise branch offices and mid-sized businesses, the FortiGate 60F series delivers high-performance, secure SD-WAN capabilities in a compact, fanless desktop form. Powered by Fortinet’s Security-Driven Networking approach and system-on-a-chip acceleration, it provides fast, affordable, and reliable protection against cyber threats.
Key Performance Metrics
| Capability | Performance |
|---|---|
| Firewall Throughput | 10 Gbps |
| IPS Throughput | 1.4 Gbps |
| NGFW Throughput | 1 Gbps |
| Threat Protection | 700 Mbps |
| Interfaces | Multiple GE RJ45 ports Variants with internal storage & Wi-Fi |
FortiGate 60F Features & Deployment Use Cases
The FortiGate 60F series supports two primary deployment options: Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) and Secure SD-WAN, designed to meet businesses’ diverse needs.
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Ideal for: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with on-premise infrastructure requiring advanced threat protection.
Use Case Example: A legal firm handling sensitive client data uses FortiGate 60F as an NGFW to block malware, inspect encrypted traffic (TLS 1.3), and enforce security policies for remote users.
Key Benefits:
- All-in-one threat protection with high performance via Security Processing Unit (SPU).
- Real-time blocking of threats on decrypted traffic.
- Full visibility into users, devices, and applications.
- Consistent policy enforcement across all locations.
Read more: NGFW or Next Generation Firewall.
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Ideal for: Companies with multiple offices or remote work setups that require seamless connectivity.
Use Case Example: A logistics company with multiple offices utilizes Secure SD-WAN to route traffic efficiently, ensure the performance of business-critical applications, and enable secure multi-cloud access.
Key Benefits:
- Optimised performance for business-critical applications.
- Automated WAN path selection and traffic shaping.
- Fast SaaS adoption and multi-cloud access.
- Zero-touch deployment via FortiManager.
Read more: SD-WAN or Software Defined Wide Area Network.
Specifications of FortiGate 60F Series (Datasheet)
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The FortiGate 60F Series offers superior performance and a comprehensive feature set for businesses. Below are its detailed specifications:
| Interface | Count |
|---|---|
| GE RJ45 WAN / DMZ Ports | 2/1 |
| GE RJ45 Internal Ports | 5 |
| GE RJ45 FortiLink Ports (Default) | 2 |
| Wireless Interface | N/A |
| USB Ports | 1 |
| Console (RJ45) | 1 |
| Internal Storage | N/A |
| Specification | Performance |
|---|---|
| IPS Throughput | 1.4 Gbps |
| NGFW Throughput | 1 Gbps |
| Threat Protection Throughput | 700 Mbps |
| Specification | Performance |
|---|---|
| Firewall Throughput (1518 / 512 / 64-byte UDP packets) | 10 / 10 / 6 Gbps |
| Firewall Latency (64-byte UDP packets) | 3.3 ms |
| Firewall Throughput (Packets Per Second) | 9 Mpps |
| Concurrent Sessions (TCP) | 700,000 |
| New Sessions/Second (TCP) | 35,000 |
| Firewall Policies | 5,000 |
| IPsec VPN Throughput (512 byte) | 6.5 Gbps |
| Gateway-to-Gateway IPsec VPN Tunnels | 200 |
| Client-to-Gateway IPsec VPN Tunnels | 500 |
| SSL-VPN Throughput | 900 Mbps |
| Concurrent SSL-VPN Users (Recommended Max, Tunnel Mode) | 200 |
| SSL Inspection Throughput (IPS, avg HTTPS) | 630 Mbps |
| SSL Inspection CPS (IPS, avg HTTPS) | 400 |
| SSL Inspection Concurrent Session (IPS, avg HTTPS) | 55,000 |
| Application Control Throughput (HTTP 64K) | 1.8 Gbps |
| CAPWAP Throughput (HTTP 64K) | 8 Gbps |
| Virtual Domains (Default / Maximum) | 10/10 |
| Max Number of FortSwitches Supported | 16 |
| Max Number of FortiAPs (Total / Tunnel Mode) | 64/32 |
| Max Number of FortiTokens | 500 |
| High Availability Configurations | Active-Active, Active-Passive, Clustering |
| Certification | Details |
|---|---|
| ICSA Labs | Firewall, IPsec, IPS, Antivirus, SSL-VPN |
| Specification | FortiGate 60F | FortiGate 61F | FortiWiFi 60F | FortiWiFi 61F |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Rating | 12Vdc, 3A | 12Vdc, 3A | 12Vdc, 3A | 12Vdc, 3A |
| Power Input | External DC Power Adapter, 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz | |||
| Maximum Current | 100Vac/1.0A, 240Vac/0.6A | |||
| Power Consumption (Avg/Max) | 10.17W / 12.43W | 17.2W / 18.7W | 17.2W / 18.7W | 17.5W / 19.0W |
| Heat Dissipation | 42.4 BTU/hr | 42.4 BTU/hr | 63.8 BTU/hr | 64.8 BTU/hr |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) | |||
| Storage Temperature | -35°C to 70°C (-31°F to 158°F) | |||
| Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing | |||
| Noise Level | Fanless, 0 dBA | |||
| Operating Altitude | Up to 7400 ft (2250 m) | |||
| Regulatory Compliance | FCC, ICES, CE, RCM, VCCI, BSMI, UL/cUL, CB | |||
| IPv6 Certification | USGv6 / IPv6 | |||
Frequently Asked Questions on Fortinet FortiGate 60F Series
The FortiGate 60F is rated for 10 to 25 users. This means it can simultaneously handle the traffic generated by up to 25 users without significant performance degradation.
The primary difference between the FortiGate 60F and 61F is the onboard storage capacity. The FortiGate 60F has no onboard storage, while the FortiGate 61F has 128 GB.
FortiGate 60F has a higher throughput and threat protection throughput than FortiGate 60E. This means that it can handle more traffic and many threats.
Yes, the FortiGate 60F fully supports secure VPN connections. It offers a range of VPN capabilities, including:
- IPSec VPN: For site-to-site and remote access VPNs with strong encryption (AES, SHA2, etc.).
- SSL VPN: For secure remote access via web browser or FortiClient, useful for remote workers.
- L2TP/IPSec: This is for compatibility with native VPN clients on operating systems like Windows and macOS.
The FortiGate 60F also benefits from Fortinet’s SoC4 security processor, which enables high VPN throughput (up to 4.4 Gbps IPsec VPN throughput), making it well-suited for small to medium businesses that need secure, high-performance remote connectivity.
Fortinet Fast Track Workshop
The boundaries of offices and buildings are no longer a physical constraint on the modern workforce. They are expected to work and can be found wherever. They require a reliable way to work on any device, anywhere, at any time.
Businesses embracing digital transformation and Spectrum Edge will gladly offer a Fortinet Fast Track Workshop on FortiGate 60F to ensure your company’s digital transition is secure, adaptable, and easy to administer simultaneously.
The Spectrum Edge Fast Track Workshop includes an in-depth technical hands-on demonstration and a brief product overview. In a win-win scenario, Spectrum Edge enables your workers to operate from any network and device while maintaining high security and reducing administrative complexity.
Learn more about FortiGate 60F and get a hands-on demo with Fortinet Fast Track Workshops by Spectrum Edge.
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