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Fortinet FG-6500F-BDL-974-12 24xSFP28 4xQSFP28 3xSFP+ Firewall
- Massive throughput for hyperscale data centers and service providers.
- Advanced threat protection with integrated FortiGuard services.
- High port density with 24x SFP28, 4x QSFP28, and 3x SFP+ interfaces.
- Leverages FortiASIC processors for accelerated security performance.
- Provides comprehensive security services including firewall, IPS, VPN, and application control.
- Designed for scalability and high availability in critical network infrastructures.
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Key specifications
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- FG-6500F-BDL-974-12
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Interfaces
- 24x SFP28, 4x QSFP28, 3x SFP+
- Security Services
- Firewall, VPN, IPS, Application Control, Web Filtering, Antivirus
- Throughput (Firewall)
- Up to 60 Gbps
- Throughput (IPS)
- Up to 20 Gbps
Product details
The Fortinet FG-6500F-BDL-974-12 is a high-performance FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall designed for hyperscale data centers and large service providers. It delivers massive throughput and advanced threat protection for the most demanding network environments.
Technical Information
| Model | FG-6500F-BDL-974-12 |
| Form Factor | Rackmount |
| Interfaces | 24x SFP28, 4x QSFP28, 3x SFP+ |
| Security Services | Firewall, VPN, IPS, Application Control, Web Filtering, Antivirus |
Additional Specifications
| Throughput (Firewall) | Up to 60 Gbps |
| Throughput (IPS) | Up to 20 Gbps |
| Throughput (NGFW) | Up to 20 Gbps |
Description
The Fortinet FortiGate 6500F is a cutting-edge Next-Generation Firewall engineered to meet the extreme performance demands of hyperscale data centers and large-scale service provider networks. It offers industry-leading throughput and advanced threat protection capabilities, powered by Fortinet's proprietary FortiASIC processors. This ensures that even the most intensive traffic loads can be inspected and secured without becoming a bottleneck. This firewall solution provides a comprehensive suite of security services, including next-generation firewalling, intrusion prevention (IPS), secure VPN, application control, web filtering, and antivirus. Coupled with the intelligence from FortiGuard Labs, it delivers real-time protection against a vast array of modern cyber threats. The extensive port selection, featuring 24x SFP28, 4x QSFP28, and 3x SFP+ interfaces, provides the high-speed connectivity and flexibility required for complex, high-density network environments. Designed for resilience and scalability, the FortiGate 6500F is an ideal choice for organizations that cannot afford any compromise on security or performance. Its integration into the Fortinet Security Fabric allows for unified management, automated threat response, and end-to-end visibility across the entire digital attack surface. This makes it a cornerstone for building secure, high-performance networks capable of supporting the most demanding applications and services.
Condition: Refurbished
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