Transparent Mode Configuration Examples - Fortinet FortiGate 400 Installation & Configuration Manual

Transparent mode configuration examples

Transparent mode configuration examples
66
Figure 9: FortiGate-400 Transparent mode connections
A FortiGate unit operating in Transparent mode still requires a basic configuration to
operate as a node on the IP network. As a minimum, the FortiGate unit must be
configured with an IP address and subnet mask. These are used for management
access and to allow the unit to receive antivirus and definitions updates. Also, the unit
must have sufficient route information to reach:
• the management computer,
• The FortiResponse Distribution Network (FDN),
• a DNS server.
A route is required whenever the FortiGate unit connects to a router to reach a
destination. If all of the destinations are located on the external network, you may be
required to enter only a single default route. If, however, the network topology is more
complex, you may be required to enter one or more static routes in addition to the
default route.
Transparent mode installation
Fortinet Inc.