FortiGate 31G Firewall
FortiGate 31G is an entry-level next-generation firewall (NGFW) and Secure SD-WAN appliance designed for small offices, retail locations, and remote branches that require enterprise-grade security, VPN connectivity, and advanced threat protection in a compact form factor.
Why Choose FortiGate 31G?
Advanced Threat Protection
AI-powered Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Antivirus and malware protection
Web and DNS filtering
Integrated NGFW & SD-WAN
Stateful firewall with deep inspection
Secure SD-WAN built-in
Optimised SaaS and cloud traffic
Small Office Ready
Fanless, silent desktop appliance
Low power consumption
Ideal for limited-space deployments
Common Use Cases
Small Office Security
Enterprise-grade firewall protection for small business environments.
Retail & Distributed Sites
Consistent security policies across multiple branch locations.
Secure VPN Connectivity
IPsec VPN for remote users and site-to-site connections.
SD-WAN Edge
Application-aware routing for cloud and SaaS services.
Cost-Sensitive Deployments
Affordable NGFW with subscription-based protection.
Performance Snapshot (Real-World Security)
| Security Function | Typical Throughput |
|---|---|
| Firewall Throughput | Up to ~4 Gbps |
| IPS (Enterprise Traffic Mix) | Up to ~800 Mbps |
| NGFW Throughput | Up to ~570 Mbps |
| Threat Protection | Up to ~500 Mbps |
| IPsec VPN | Up to ~3.5 Gbps |
| SSL Inspection | Up to ~400 Mbps |
Technical Specifications – FortiGate 31G
Performance
VPN Capacity
Interfaces & Hardware
Sessions & Capacity
Management & Services
Designed to deliver strong security performance for small and distributed environments while maintaining low latency for business-critical traffic.
Subscription & Licensing
FortiGate 31G uses a subscription-based licensing model. While the hardware can operate as a basic firewall without a license, advanced security services require an active FortiGuard subscription.
- UTP – Unified Threat Protection (most common)
- ATP – Advanced Threat Protection
- Enterprise Protection – Compliance-focused security
- Subscriptions available for 1, 3, or 5 years
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