Deploy the matching OVF/QCOW2 image with correct CPU allocations. Hypervisor (ESXi, KVM, etc.)
On the Fortinet Support portal, click on . Select FortiGate from the product dropdown menu.
If you have purchased a license, you must register your contract code to generate the downloadable license file. Fortigate Vm License Download
Work with an authorized Fortinet partner to buy your FortiGate VM SKU. You will receive a PDF or email containing a (a 21-digit alphanumeric string). Step 2: Access the Fortinet Product Registration Portal
Configure your network interfaces, ensuring the management port (usually Port 1) has internet access to reach Fortinet's validation servers. Power on the virtual machine. Step 3: Upload the License via GUI Deploy the matching OVF/QCOW2 image with correct CPU
Point your browser to the IP address of your FortiGate VM management interface. Log in using your administrator credentials.
Once you have downloaded the .lic file, you must apply it to your deployed virtual appliance. Via the Web GUI (Recommended) If you have purchased a license, you must
If your FortiGate-VM has no internet access, you can still apply a license manually:
There are different types of licenses available for FortiGate VM, including:
Once you purchase a FortiGate VM license through an authorized Fortinet partner or distributor, you will receive a via email containing a unique Registration Code . Follow these steps to convert that code into a downloadable .lic file. Step 1: Access the Fortinet Support Portal