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FG-601F Overview
4x 25G SFP28 slots, 4 x 10GE SFP+ slots, 18 x GE RJ45 ports (including 1 x MGMT port, 1 X HA port, 16 x switch ports), 8 x GE SFP slots, SPU NP7 and CP9 hardware accelerated, 480GB onboard SSD storage, dual AC power supplies FG-601F
Overview
FG-601F Overview
Fortinet FortiGate 601F, 14 Gbit/s, 55 Gbit/s, 4.12 µs, 888 BTU/h, FCC Part 15 Class A, RCM, VCCI, CE, UL/cUL, CB, 256-bit AES, HTTPS, IPSec, SHA-256, SSL/TLS
4x 25G SFP28 slots, 4 x 10GE SFP+ slots, 18 x GE RJ45 ports (including 1 x MGMT port, 1 X HA port, 16 x switch ports), 8 x GE SFP slots, SPU NP7 and CP9 hardware accelerated, 480GB onboard SSD storage, dual AC power supplies
The Fortinet FG-601F is a high-performance next-generation firewall appliance designed for large enterprise networks and data centers. Featuring advanced security features, multi-gigabit throughput, and flexible deployment options, the FG-601F provides reliable and scalable protection for today's complex network environments.
Key Features and Benefits:
- Multi-gigabit firewall throughput of up to 120 Gbps with deep packet inspection
- Advanced threat protection with integrated IPS, antivirus, and sandboxing capabilities
- Secure SD-WAN with application-aware routing and intelligent traffic steering
- Flexible deployment options with virtualization support and cloud integrations
- Centralized management and analytics with Fortinet's Security Fabric
- Built-in high availability with active-passive or active-active clustering
- Power over Ethernet (PoE) support for simplified deployment of wireless access points and other devices
Quick Spec
| Model | FG-601F |
| Firewall Throughput | Up to 120 Gbps with deep packet inspection |
| IPS Throughput | Up to 40 Gbps |
| Antivirus Throughput | Up to 30 Gbps |
| SSL Inspection Throughput | Up to 20 Gbps |
| VPN Throughput | Up to 180 Gbps |
| Concurrent Sessions | Up to 15 million |
| New Sessions per Second | Up to 300,000 |
| Interfaces | 8x 10 GE SFP+ ports, 8x GE SFP ports, 16x GE RJ45 ports |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | Up to 90 W per port (802.3bt) |
| Management | Fortinet Security Fabric, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer |
| High Availability | Active-passive or active-active clustering |
| Environmental Requirements | Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Warranty and Support | Limited lifetime warranty with 24x7 support |
FortiGate 601F, 2x SFP (SX 1 GE), 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz
- Desktop
- 888 BTU/h
- Wired Console port: RJ-45
- 260 W
Summary Description
Fortinet FortiGate 601F, 14 Gbit/s, 55 Gbit/s, 4.12 µs, 888 BTU/h, FCC Part 15 Class A, RCM, VCCI, CE, UL/cUL, CB, 256-bit AES, HTTPS, IPSec, SHA-256, SSL/TLS
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Specification
FG-601F Specification
| FG-601F Specification | |
| Model | FG-601F |
| Firewall Throughput | Up to 120 Gbps with deep packet inspection |
| IPS Throughput | Up to 40 Gbps |
| Antivirus Throughput | Up to 30 Gbps |
| SSL Inspection Throughput | Up to 20 Gbps |
| VPN Throughput | Up to 180 Gbps |
| Concurrent Sessions | Up to 15 million |
| New Sessions per Second | Up to 300,000 |
| Interfaces | 8x 10 GE SFP+ ports, 8x GE SFP ports, 16x GE RJ45 ports |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | Up to 90 W per port (802.3bt) |
| Management | Fortinet Security Fabric, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer |
| High Availability | Active-passive or active-active clustering |
| Environmental Requirements | Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Warranty and Support | Limited lifetime warranty with 24x7 support |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary performance advantages of the SPU NP7 and CP9 hardware acceleration in the FG-601F? +
The integrated SPU NP7 (Network Processor) and CP9 (Content Processor) offload resource-intensive tasks from the main CPU. The NP7 optimizes high-speed traffic flows, while the CP9 accelerates SSL/TLS inspection and advanced security features. This architecture ensures your network maintains high throughput and low latency even when deep packet inspection and encrypted traffic scanning are fully enabled across your environment.
How does the port configuration of the FG-601F support high-density network connectivity? +
The FG-601F is designed for high-density environments, featuring 4x 25G SFP28 and 4x 10GE SFP+ slots for high-speed backbone connections. Additionally, it provides 18x GE RJ45 ports and 8x GE SFP slots. This versatile interface array allows you to seamlessly integrate into existing core infrastructures while providing dedicated ports for management and High Availability (HA) clusters.
Is the 480GB onboard SSD storage on the FG-601F sufficient for local logging? +
The 480GB onboard SSD is specifically optimized for local log retention, WAN optimization, and caching. It provides a robust local repository for forensic data and traffic analytics, ensuring critical security events are stored securely. For enterprises requiring long-term centralized logging, this storage complements off-box solutions like FortiAnalyzer to ensure a comprehensive compliance and visibility strategy.
How do the dual AC power supplies in the FG-601F improve deployment reliability? +
Redundancy is critical for enterprise uptime. The dual AC power supplies in the FG-601F provide critical power failover protection. By connecting these to separate power circuits or UPS systems, your firewall remains operational even in the event of a single power supply failure or a localized circuit trip, protecting your network from unplanned outages.
Can I use the FG-601F for segmentation in a large campus network? +
Absolutely. With 16 switch ports and high-speed fiber uplinks, the FG-601F excels at internal network segmentation. It allows security teams to enforce granular policies between different VLANs or subnets. Leveraging the hardware-accelerated throughput, you can implement Zero Trust access controls without compromising the speed of inter-segment traffic within your campus architecture.
What management options are available for the FG-601F? +
The FG-601F supports a variety of management interfaces, including a dedicated RJ45 management port for secure out-of-band access. You can manage the unit via the intuitive web-based GUI, a CLI for granular control, or integrate it into the FortiManager platform for unified, centralized orchestration of your entire security fabric across multiple sites.
How does the FG-601F handle High Availability (HA) configurations? +
The FG-601F features a dedicated HA port to facilitate seamless stateful failover in cluster deployments. By utilizing Active-Passive or Active-Active configurations, you can ensure your security policies and session tables remain synchronized between primary and secondary units. This setup minimizes disruption during maintenance or unexpected hardware failure, maintaining consistent network protection.
Is the FG-601F capable of high-speed SSL inspection for encrypted web traffic? +
Yes, the CP9 Content Processor is purpose-built to handle compute-intensive SSL/TLS inspection at scale. As a significant portion of modern web traffic is encrypted, the FG-601F prevents attackers from hiding within HTTPS streams by decrypting and inspecting traffic at line rate, ensuring comprehensive threat prevention without creating a performance bottleneck.
How do I request a bulk quote for multiple FG-601F firewalls for my enterprise project? +
For organizations planning large-scale deployments, BuyRouterSwitch.com offers streamlined bulk quoting services. Simply contact our dedicated sales team through our website with your specific quantity requirements. We provide competitive pricing structures tailored to project-based procurement, ensuring you receive the best value for your infrastructure investment while securing all the necessary hardware for your rollout.
Why should I choose BuyRouterSwitch.com for my Fortinet FG-601F purchase? +
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