Description
Fortigate51G Firewall Kenya
The Fortigate51G Kenya is designed to empower distributed enterprise networks with advanced, security-driven capabilities while seamlessly transforming WAN architecture at any scale. Leveraging AI/ML-powered FortiGuard security services and Fortinet’s integrated Security Fabric platform, it ensures comprehensive, automated, and end-to-end threat protection across diverse use cases. As the industry’s first solution to integrate SD-WAN and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) enforcement within a Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), the Fortigate51G provides unmatched security and operational efficiency through a unified operating system.
This device offers an extensive range of features to support both robust security and efficient network management. Its NGFW provides multi-layered protection against cyber threats such as malware, spyware, viruses, and botnets, while its SD-WAN functionality delivers flexible and cost-effective WAN connectivity. The Fortigate51G is powered by Fortinet’s patented Security Fabric architecture, ensuring optimal performance without compromising security.
With real-time threat detection and mitigation driven by artificial intelligence, the Fortigate51G enhances protection against advanced cyberattacks. Its intuitive web-based interface simplifies configuration and administration, ensuring streamlined management for IT teams. Designed for scalability, the Fortigate51G adapts to evolving network demands and offers cloud-based management, enabling centralized monitoring and control across distributed networks. Whether for small enterprise branches or large-scale deployments, the Fortigate51G Kenya delivers consistent, high-performance security and a seamless user experience.
Specifications:
| Hardware Accelerated GE WAN Port | 1 |
| Hardware Accelerated GE RJ45 Ports | — |
| Hardware Accelerated GE RJ45 POE/+ Ports | 4 |
| Hardware Accelerated GE SFP Slots | 1 |
| Hardware Accelerated GE RJ45 FortiLink Port (Default) | — |
| USB Ports | 1 |
| Console Port (RJ45) | 1 |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Â Yes |
| Antenna Ports (SMA) | — |
| Wireless Interface | — |
| System Performance — Enterprise Traffic Mix | |
| IPS Throughput | 2.25 Gbps |
| NGFW Throughput | 1.25 Gbps |
| Threat Protection Throughput | 1.1 Gbps |
| System Performance | |
| Firewall Throughput (1518 / 512 / 64 byte UDP packets) | 5 / 5 / 4 Gbps |
| Firewall Latency (64 byte UDP packets) | 2.42 μs |
| Firewall Throughput (Packets Per Second) | 6 Mpps |
| Concurrent Sessions (TCP) | 720 000 |
| New Sessions/Second (TCP) | 85 000 |
| Firewall Policies | 2000 |
| IPsec VPN Throughput (512 byte) | 4.5 Gbps |
| Gateway-to-Gateway IPsec VPN Tunnels | 200 |
| Client-to-Gateway IPsec VPN Tunnels | 250 |
| SSL-VPN Throughput | — |
| Concurrent SSL-VPN Users (Recommended Maximum, Tunnel Mode) | — |
| SSL Inspection Throughput (IPS, avg. HTTPS) | 1.3 Gbps |
| SSL Inspection CPS (IPS, avg. HTTPS) | 699 |
| SSL Inspection Concurrent Session (IPS, avg. HTTPS) | 74,000 |
| Application Control Throughput (HTTP 64K) | 2.8 Gbps |
| CAPWAP Throughput (HTTP 64K) | 3.8 Gbps |
| Virtual Domains (Default / Maximum) | 5/5 |
| Maximum Number of FortiSwitches Supported | 8 |
| Maximum Number of FortiAPs (Total / Tunnel Mode) | 16 / 8 |
| Maximum Number of FortiTokens | 500 |
| High Availability Configurations | Active-Active, Active-Passive, Clustering |
| Dimensions | |
| Height x Width x Length (inches) | 1.6 x 8.5 x 6.3 |
| Height x Width x Length (mm) | 40.5 x 216 x 160 |
| Weight | 2.2 lbs (1.0 kg) |
| Form Factor (supports EIA/non-EIA standards) | Desktop |
| Operating Environment and Certifications | |
| Power Rating | |
| Power Required | Powered by External DC Power Adapter, 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Maximum Current | 100V/0.4A, 240V/0.2A |
| Power Consumption (Average / Maximum) | 78.7 W / 78.1 W |
| Heat Dissipation | 268.54 BTU/h |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -31°F to 158°F (-35°C to 70°C) |
| Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
| Noise Level | Fanless 0 dBA |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 10 000 ft (3048 m) |
| Compliance | FCC, ISED, CE, UL/cUL, CB |
| Certifications | USGv6/IPv6 |
| Radio Specifications | |
| Multiple User (MU) MIMO | — |
| Maximum Wi-Fi Speeds | — |
| Maximum Tx Power | — |
