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Fortinet FG-3000F-BDL-809-12 FortiGate FG-3000F Network Security Appliance - 16 Port - 397 Gbps Firewall - 100GbE - 2U Rack-Mountable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The FG-3000F leverages Fortinet's Security Processing Unit (SPU) technology to accelerate security functions, enabling deep packet inspection, encryption, and threat intelligence without compromising speed. The appliance supports a comprehensive suite of firewall protections including AI/ML security, anti-phishing, antivirus, intrusion prevention, ransomware protection, and zero-trust network access (ZTNA).
Network connectivity is built around 100 Gigabit Ethernet with support for multiple standards including 40GBase-X, 10GBase-X, 100GBase-X, 5GBase-T, 2.5GBase-T, 1000Base-T, and 10GBase-T. The 22 expansion slots accommodate QSFP28, SFP28, SFP+, QSFP+, and SFP transceivers, with 16 dedicated SFP+ slots for high-density fiber deployments.
This section brings together practical product details such as Firewall Protection Supported, Firewall Throughput, Encryption Standard, Total Number of Ports, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
The FortiGate FG-3000F combines enterprise-grade security with carrier-class performance, offering organizations a future-proof platform for network protection. Its integrated security fabric approach reduces complexity while providing visibility and control across the entire attack surface.
Advanced Threat Protection
Incorporates AI-driven threat intelligence, cloud sandboxing, and real-time outbreak prevention to identify and block sophisticated attacks before they impact the network.
- AI/ML Security
- Cloud Sandboxing
- Zero-day Threat Prevention
- Ransomware Protection
High-Scale VPN Connectivity
Supports 30,000 IPsec VPN tunnels with 13.13 GB/s throughput, enabling secure site-to-site and remote access connectivity for distributed enterprises.
- IPsec VPN
- SSL Inspection
- TLS 1.3 Support
- SHA-256 Encryption
Flexible Network Expansion
With 22 expansion slots and 16 SFP+ slots, the appliance adapts to evolving network requirements, supporting everything from 1GbE to 100GbE connections.
- QSFP28/SFP28 Support
- Multi-rate Ethernet
- Hot-pluggable Transceivers
- Mixed Media Deployment
Deployment / Use Cases
The FortiGate FG-3000F is engineered for deployment scenarios where security cannot compromise performance. Its high throughput and port density make it ideal for securing data center perimeters, internet gateways, and network segmentation points in large enterprises.
Service providers utilize this appliance for managed security services, offering firewall and VPN capabilities to multiple tenants. Educational institutions and government agencies deploy the FG-3000F to protect sensitive data while supporting high-volume network traffic across distributed campuses.
Data Center Security Gateway
Protects north-south traffic entering and leaving the data center with 397 Gbps throughput, ensuring security policies are enforced at line rate without creating bottlenecks.
Large Campus Network Core
Secures east-west traffic between network segments while providing VPN connectivity for remote branches and teleworkers, all within a single 2U chassis.
Physical Profile
The FG-3000F features a standard 2U rack-mountable design with dimensions of 3.50" (88.90 mm) height, 17.44" (442.98 mm) width, and 21.89" (556.01 mm) depth. Weighing approximately 37.30 lb (16919 g), the appliance includes rail-mounting hardware for secure installation in standard 19-inch racks. The compact form factor maximizes data center density while providing adequate airflow for the 680W power supply, which supports both 50 Hz and 60 Hz frequencies.
- Width
- 17.44" (442.98 mm)
- Depth
- 21.89" (556.01 mm)
- Height
- 3.50" (88.90 mm)
- Weight
- 37.30 lb (16919 g)
What's in the Box
The package includes the FortiGate FG-3000F network security appliance and two SFP+ (SR 10GE) transceivers for immediate deployment in multimode fiber environments.
Highlights
- 397 Gbps firewall throughput for high-performance network security
- 16 network ports with 100 Gigabit Ethernet technology
- Supports 30,000 concurrent VPN tunnels with 13.13 GB/s throughput
- 22 expansion slots for QSFP28, SFP28, SFP+, QSFP+, and SFP transceivers
- Comprehensive security suite including AI/ML, ransomware protection, and zero-trust access
- 2U rack-mountable design with rail-mounting hardware included
- 80 Plus Standard certified power supply with 680W consumption
- Includes two SFP+ (SR 10GE) transceivers in the package
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Fortinet, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FG-3000F-BDL-809-12 |
| Brand Name | Fortinet |
| Product Line | FortiGate |
| Product Series | 3000F |
| Product Model | FG-3000F |
| Product Name | FortiGate FG-3000F Network Security/Firewall Appliance |
| Product Type | Network Security/Firewall Appliance |
| Technical Information | |
| Firewall Protection Supported | Access Control,AI/ML Security,Anti-phishing,Anti-spam,Antivirus,Application Control,Botnet Detection,Cloud Sandboxing,Content Filtering,Cyber Assault Protection,Data Leak Prevention,Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS),DNS Security,Email Security,Endpoint Protection,Enterprise Security,File Security,Intrusion Prevention,IoT Security,Malware Protection,Network Protection,Operational Technology (OT) Security,Outbreak Prevention,Packet Filter,Ransomware Protection,SaaS Security,Sandbox Detection Prevention,Secure IPsec VPN Connectivity,SSL Inspection,Threat Protection,URL Filtering,User Authentication,Vulnerability Assessment,Web Protection,Zero Day Event,Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA),Zero-day Threat Prevention,Web Content Filtering,Deep Inspection Firewall,Advanced Threat Intelligence,TLS Inspection,Malicious Source IP Address Blocking,Radio Access Network (RAN) Security,Policy Enforcement |
| Firewall Throughput | 397 Gbit/s |
| Encryption Standard | SHA-256,AES (256-bit),RSA 2048-bit,TLS 1.3,SSL |
| Number of VPN Supported | 30000 |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 16 |
| USB | Yes |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 16 |
| Media & Performance | |
| VPN Throughput | 13.13 GB/s |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | 100 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Standard | 40GBase-X,10GBase-X,100GBase-X,5GBase-T,2.5GBase-T,1000Base-T,10GBase-T |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 22 |
| Expansion Slot Type | QSFP28,SFP28,SFP+,QSFP+,SFP |
| Number of SFP+ Slots | 16 |
| Management & Protocols | |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Power Description | |
| Frequency | 50 Hz,60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 680 W |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Compatible Rack Unit | 2U |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable,Rail-mountable |
| Height | 3.50" (88.90 mm) |
| Width | 17.44" (442.98 mm) |
| Depth | 21.89" (556.01 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 37.30 lb (16919 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Package Contents | FortiGate FG-3000F Network Security/Firewall Appliance 2 x SFP+ (SR 10GE) Transceivers |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Energy Efficiency Certification | 80 Plus Standard |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 1 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the firewall throughput of the FortiGate FG-3000F?
The FortiGate FG-3000F delivers 397 Gbit/s firewall throughput, enabling it to inspect and secure high-volume network traffic without performance degradation. This throughput capacity supports deep packet inspection, threat intelligence, and encryption across all 16 ports simultaneously.
How many VPN connections does this appliance support?
The appliance supports up to 30,000 concurrent VPN tunnels with a throughput of 13.13 GB/s. This high-scale VPN capability enables secure connectivity for distributed enterprises, remote workers, and site-to-site links using IPsec with SHA-256, AES-256, and TLS 1.3 encryption standards.
What types of expansion slots are available on the FG-3000F?
The FG-3000F provides 22 expansion slots supporting QSFP28, SFP28, SFP+, QSFP+, and SFP transceiver types. Specifically, it includes 16 dedicated SFP+ slots for high-density 10GbE deployments, allowing flexible connectivity from 1GbE to 100GbE across copper and fiber media.
Is this appliance rack-mountable and what are its dimensions?
Yes, the FG-3000F is designed for 2U rack mounting with included rail-mount hardware. Its dimensions are 3.50" (88.90 mm) height, 17.44" (442.98 mm) width, and 21.89" (556.01 mm) depth, weighing approximately 37.30 lb (16919 g) for standard 19-inch rack installation.
What security features are included with this FortiGate appliance?
The appliance includes Fortinet's comprehensive security suite featuring AI/ML security, anti-phishing, antivirus, intrusion prevention, ransomware protection, zero-trust network access (ZTNA), cloud sandboxing, and web content filtering. These integrated protections work together through Fortinet's Security Fabric architecture.
What comes in the box with the FG-3000F appliance?
The package includes the FortiGate FG-3000F network security appliance and two SFP+ (SR 10GE) transceivers. These multimode fiber transceivers support 10GbE connections over short reach distances, providing immediate deployment capability for fiber network environments.
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