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Tips for using the FortiGate Cookbook
Before you get started, here are a few tips about using the FortiGate Cookbook:
Understanding the basics
While the FortiGate Cookbook was written with new FortiGate users in mind, some basic
steps, such as logging into the FortiGate unit, are not included in most recipes. This
information can be found in the first example,
using NAT/Route mode" on page
Screenshots vs. text
The FortiGate Cookbook uses both screenshots and text to explain the steps of each
example. The screenshots display the entire configuration, while the text highlights key
details (i.e. the settings that are strictly necessary for the configuration) and provides
additional information. To get the most out of the FortiGate Cookbook, start with the
screenshots and then read the text for more details.
Model and firmware
GUI menus, options, and interface names may vary depending on the FortiGate model you
are using and the firmware build. For example, the menu Router > Static > Static Routes
is not available on some models. Also, on different models, the Ethernet interface that would
normally connect to the Internet could be named port1, wan1, wan2, or external.
Also, some features are only available through the CLI on certain FortiGate models, generally
the desktop models (FortiGate/WiFi-20 to 90 Series).
IP addresses
IP addresses are sometimes shown in diagrams to make it easier to see the source of the
addresses used in the recipe. When you are configuring your FortiGate unit, substitute your
own addresses.
Turning on features
Some FortiOS features can be turned off, which means they will not appear in the GUI. If an
option required for a recipe does not appear, go to System > Config > Features and make
sure that option has not been disabled.
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"Connecting a private network to the Internet
6, or in the QuickStart guide for your FortiGate unit.
The FortiGate Cookbook 5.0.
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