FortiGate 50G Firewall
FortiGate 50G is a next-generation firewall (NGFW) and Secure SD-WAN appliance designed for small to mid-sized businesses, branch offices, and distributed enterprise environments that require strong threat protection, encrypted traffic inspection, and reliable WAN connectivity in a compact form factor.
Why Choose FortiGate 50G?
Advanced Threat Protection
AI-powered Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Antivirus and malware protection
Web filtering and DNS security
Secure SD-WAN Built-In
Application-aware traffic steering
SLA-based WAN path selection
Optimised cloud and SaaS access
Balanced Performance
Handles encrypted traffic efficiently
High VPN throughput for branch connectivity
Designed for growing network demands
Common Use Cases
Branch Office Firewall
Provides consistent security and connectivity for branch and satellite offices.
SMB Network Security
Protects internal users, applications, and internet access with NGFW inspection.
Secure SD-WAN Edge
Optimises multiple WAN links while enforcing unified security policies.
VPN Connectivity
High-performance IPsec VPN for site-to-site and remote access use.
Cloud & SaaS Access
Secure access to Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and cloud platforms.
Technical Specifications – FortiGate 50G
Security Function Throughput
VPN & Capacity
Hardware & Interfaces
Sessions & Performance
Security & SD-WAN Features
Variants & Related Models
FortiGate 50G Variants
- FortiGate 50G – Standard Ethernet NGFW appliance
- FortiGate 50G-5G – Integrated 5G cellular connectivity
- FortiGate 50G-DSL – Built-in DSL modem for ISP access
Deployment Use Cases
The FortiGate 50G series is designed for branch offices, retail sites, and distributed enterprises requiring secure SD-WAN, VPN, and advanced threat protection with flexible WAN connectivity options.
Related FortiGate Models
- FortiGate 31G – Entry-level SMB firewall
- FortiGate 40F – Compact, cost-effective NGFW
- FortiGate 60F – Higher performance for growing networks
- FortiGate 70F – Mid-size branch firewall
FortiGuard Subscriptions
Why FortiGuard Services Matter
FortiGate hardware is typically paired with FortiGuard AI-powered security services to keep protections continuously updated. These services deliver real-time threat intelligence, filtering databases, and advanced security functions required for modern networks.
- Intrusion Prevention (IPS) updates
- Antivirus & malware signature updates
- Web & application filtering databases
- Security intelligence for emerging threats
Which Subscription Should You Choose?
Most SMB and branch deployments benefit from bundled security subscriptions that provide comprehensive protection with minimal ongoing management.
- Security Bundles – Best for set-and-forget protection
- Essential Services – Suitable for strict cost control
- FortiCare Support – Required for updates and hardware support
Subscription terms are typically available in 1-year, 3-year, or 5-year options and can be aligned with your operational and budget needs.
Subscription & Licensing
FortiGate 50G uses a subscription-based licensing model. The hardware can operate as a basic firewall without a license; however, 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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