Fortiexplorer - Fortinet FortiGate 3240C-DC Quick Start Manual

FortiExplorer

FortiExplorer provides a user-friendly tool that you can use to
configure a FortiGate unit over a standard USB connection, rather
than using a console cable or Ethernet connection.
Caution: Do not connect the USB cable until after FortiExplorer
has been installed.
USB A to
USB B Cable
USB A cable end into
Management Computer
Note: When using FortiExplorer for the first time, ensure the FortiGate
unit is using its factory default settings.
Installing FortiExplorer
FortiExplorer is available for Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, 7, and 8. It
is also available for Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard and higher.
Microsoft Windows Install
1. Double-click the .msi, or .exe file and follow the instructions on-
screen. If loading from the CD, select the appropriate version for
your operating system.
2. Connect the USB cable to the FortiGate unit and then to the
management computer.
3. The FortiExplorer Easy Configuration Utility opens when the USB
cable is connected. Select Install the hardware automatically and
select Next.
4. After a moment, FortiExplorer will launch.
FortiGate 3240C
10G SFP+
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STATUS
ALARM
HA
POWER
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USB B cable end into
FortiGate unit
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Mac OS X Install
1. Double-click the .dmg file and drag the FortiExplorer program file
into the Applications folder.
2. Connect the USB cable to the FortiGate unit and then to the
management computer.
3. Double-click the FortiExplorer icon to launch the application.
Configuration Options
With FortiExplorer, you are provided a number of options on how to
configure the FortiGate unit, depending on your level of comfort with
various interfaces.
Updating FortiExplorer and Firmware
FortiExplorer may be automatically updated from time to time.
You can also use FortiExplorer to check for new firmware for a
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FortiGate unit. To check for new firmware, select the FortiGate unit
from the device list and select Check for New Firmware. FortiExplorer
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will also monitor firmware updates for your devices and provide an
alert when one is available.
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