Setup Options; Cloud Management - Fortinet FortiSwitch 1024E Series Quick Start Manual

Setup Options

Set up your Fortinet device locally or use cloud management mode.
GUI
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MGMT1
Ethernet Cable
Note: For static IP configuration, use 192.168.1.1 with subnet mask
255.255.255.0
CLI
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Console Cable
Console Port
Note: For a detailed CLI guide, visit

Cloud Management

(Connect a port to the Internet)
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Visit support.fortinet.com to register your device and cloud management license
2 Sign in at https://fortilan.forticloud.com
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3
2
Management Computer
Speed (default):
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Data bits:
Stop bits:
Parity:
Flow Control:
Management Computer
docs.fortinet.com
to manage your Inventory List
FortiLink
FortiSwitch
FortiLink Port
Note: Connect the FortiSwitch Port to FortiGate Port that is not an HA port
1 Login to the FortiGate and go to WiFi & Switch Controller -> FortiLink Interface
2 Add a FortiGate Port in the FortiLink interface and choose Automatically
authorize devices
3 When the FortiSwitch is online in the WiFi & Switch Controller -> Managed
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FortiSwitch section, you can now manage your FortiSwitch
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1
None
None
FortiGate Port
Ethernet Cable
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