Fortigate Vm License Trial: !new!
Alternatively, you can register via the Command Line Interface (CLI) using the following commands:
If you assign 2 or more vCPUs to a Free Tier VM, the system will trigger a license violation. It will disable all cryptographic functions and block configuration changes until you lower the resource count back to 1 vCPU.
config system interface edit port1 set mode static set ip 192.168.1.99 255.255.255.0 set allowaccess ping https ssh http next end config system route edit 1 set gateway 192.168.1.1 set device port1 next end config system dns set primary 8.8.8.8 set secondary 1.1.1.1 end Use code with caution.
You do not receive live, cloud-based FortiGuard security updates (such as real-time antivirus, web filtering, or IPS signatures).
: Low cryptographic strength for HTTPS/VPN (vdom-specific). fortigate vm license trial
Who is actually using these trials?
Go to support.fortinet.com and create a free account. You do not need an active support contract to register.
While the trial license is free and does not expire, Fortinet imposes strict resource caps to prevent users from deploying the free tier in production environments. 1. Hardware Restrictions Limited to a maximum of 1 vCPU. RAM Cap: Limited to a maximum of 2 GB RAM. Storage Cap: Limited to 20 GB of disk space. 2. Feature Restrictions
If you need to test high-performance throughput or advanced security features, you can request a full evaluation license through a Fortinet partner. Valid for 60 days. Alternatively, you can register via the Command Line
Technical support from Fortinet TAC is excluded. 2. Prerequisites: What You Need Before Starting
Enter your FortiCloud account credentials (email and password). Click . The system will download the license and reboot. Step 3: Activate via CLI If you prefer the command line, use the following commands: get sys stat (to verify status). execute vm-license-options account-id . execute vm-license-options account-password . Tips for Maximizing Your Trial Experience
Fortinet will email you a small text file (the license). This file is bound to the Serial Number of your VM instance. You have exactly the number of days specified to activate it.
Upon logging in, a setup wizard will appear. Select . Input your FortiCloud account credentials when prompted. You do not receive live, cloud-based FortiGuard security
The FortiGate VM requires DNS resolution and outbound internet access to contact Fortinet’s validation servers during initial setup. Ensure your management port has a properly configured default gateway and DNS settings:
Open VMware and select or Deploy OVF Template .
Log in with the default username admin (leave the password blank). Set a new secure password when prompted.
If you are using a public cloud like AWS or Azure, the process is different. Major cloud providers offer a of FortiGate-VM. On Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud, you can deploy FortiGate instances in minutes, fully featured, without the 1-CPU or 2GB memory limit of the on-prem trial. The billing and procurement are simplified, consolidating your security costs into your cloud provider's unified bill. These trials are typically fully functional for 30 days, after which you must convert to a BYOL (Bring Your Own License) or PAYG (Pay-As-You-Go) subscription.
Enter your (email and password) to bind the VM to your account. The FortiGate will reboot to apply the trial license.
Most users should go to the . Alternatively, within the FortiCloud portal, look for "Asset Management" > "Add Trial."