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FG-6500F Fortinet FortiGate 6000F 4x100GBase-X 3U Firewall

SKU:
FG-6500F
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • FortiGate 6000F Series firewall appliance with 4x 100GBase-X ports
  • Includes 24x SFP28 ports and 3x SFP+ ports for flexible fiber connectivity
  • Equipped with 2x 1GbE RJ-45 ports dedicated to management
  • 3U rack-mountable design suitable for data center environments

Product Overview

The FG-6500F Fortinet FortiGate 6000F Series firewall appliance provides advanced network security with multiple high-speed connectivity options, including 4x 100GBase-X, 24x SFP28, 3x SFP+, and 2x 1GbE RJ-45 management ports. Its 3U rack-mountable form factor suits enterprise and data center environments requiring scalable firewall solutions.

General Information

Brand Fortinet

Technical Information

Interface 100GBase-X,SFP28,SFP+,RJ-45
Ports 4 x 100G,24 x SFP28,3 x SFP+,2 x 1GbE (Management)

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor 3U Rackmount
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

Assembly Required No
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus


Product Description

The FG-6500F Fortinet FortiGate 6000F Series is a network security firewall appliance designed to deliver advanced security for high-throughput environments. It integrates multiple high-speed network interfaces to support large-scale enterprise networks and data centers.

This appliance is typically deployed where intensive network traffic requires robust firewall protection and traffic management, such as in enterprise core networks or service provider infrastructures. IT security teams and network administrators use this device to enforce security policies, manage network access, and monitor traffic flow.

Key Features
  • Four 100GBase-X ports for ultra-high-speed network connections
  • Twenty-four SFP28 ports providing 25 Gigabit fiber connectivity options
  • Three SFP+ ports supporting 10 Gigabit speeds for flexible uplink configurations
  • Two dedicated 1GbE RJ-45 management ports for out-of-band device administration
  • 3U rack-mountable chassis designed for enterprise data center integration

This FortiGate appliance serves as a critical element in securing network infrastructure by handling high volumes of data with diverse interface options. Its design allows integration into existing rack systems and enables IT departments to maintain comprehensive control over network security policies and traffic flows.


Use Cases

The FG-6500F is commonly used in enterprise data centers and large-scale network environments requiring high-throughput security appliances. It supports diverse fiber and copper interfaces, allowing integration with various network architectures and workloads.

How It's Used:
  • Protecting core network infrastructure in large enterprise environments
  • Providing firewall and traffic filtering for data center environments with high-speed fiber connections
  • Supporting service provider networks with multiple 25G and 100G interface options
  • Securing multi-tenant environments requiring robust network segmentation and policy enforcement
  • Managing network traffic through dedicated management ports for out-of-band administration

In operational settings, this appliance functions as a versatile network security device that handles significant data volumes while offering various connectivity options to meet evolving network demands.


FAQ's

  • What types of network ports does the FG-6500F provide?

    The FG-6500F includes 4 ports supporting 100GBase-X, 24 ports of SFP28 for 25G fiber connections, 3 SFP+ ports for 10G speeds, and 2 1GbE RJ-45 ports dedicated for management tasks.

  • Can the FG-6500F be installed in a standard server rack?

    Yes, the FG-6500F has a 3U rack-mountable chassis designed for integration into standard enterprise and data center racks.

  • What is the purpose of the 1GbE RJ-45 management ports?

    The 1GbE RJ-45 ports are dedicated for out-of-band management, allowing administrators to configure and monitor the device separately from the data traffic interfaces.

  • Does the FG-6500F support fiber connectivity?

    Yes, the device includes 24 SFP28 ports and 3 SFP+ ports, which support fiber optic connections at 25G and 10G speeds respectively.

  • Is the FG-6500F suitable for high-throughput network environments?

    The inclusion of multiple 100GBase-X and 25G ports indicates the FG-6500F is designed for environments requiring high data throughput and secure traffic handling.

  • Who typically uses the FG-6500F appliance?

    Network security teams and IT professionals in large enterprises or service provider data centers use the FG-6500F to manage and secure network traffic at scale.


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FG-6500F Fortinet FortiGate 6000F 4x100GBase-X 3U Firewall
FG-6500F Fortinet FortiGate 6000F 4x100GBase-X 3U Firewall