FortiGate 120G  Next-Generation Security for Enterprise Networks in the GCC Region

The FortiGate 120G Dubai is engineered for high performance in the face of growing cyber threats. It’s specifically crafted for medium-sized businesses in need of robust security and high availability, ideal for areas like Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and other key parts of the UAE and the broader GCC region. With the rise in cyber threats targeting enterprises across industries such as finance, healthcare, and education, the need for advanced security solutions has never been more pressing. The FortiGate 120G provides comprehensive protection with its combination of firewalling, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), VPN support, and other advanced security features. This firewall can process millions of transactions per second, enabling it to handle high traffic loads without compromising performance.

The FortiGate 120G is equipped with FortiOS, a powerful and customizable operating system that integrates security services like antivirus protection, antispam capabilities, and web filtering. Through its FortiGuard services, it can identify and block known threats and also protect against zero-day vulnerabilities. Moreover, its secure VPN capabilities provide remote access for employees, ensuring secure connectivity for businesses that have a distributed workforce. Beyond security, the FortiGate 120G offers features like Traffic Shaping and Quality of Service (QoS), which allows businesses in Dubai and the broader GCC region to prioritize critical business applications. With FortiGate 120G, enterprises can create secure, optimized network environments that meet the needs of today’s digital landscape.

FortiGate 120G Specifications

The FortiGate 120G is packed with features to provide seamless, scalable, and secure networking for businesses in the UAE, Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and the GCC region.

1. Firewall Throughput: Up to 4 Gbps.

2. VPN Throughput: 1.5 Gbps.

3. Concurrent Sessions: Supports over 1 million concurrent sessions.

4. New Sessions per Second: 10,000.

5. IPS Throughput: 500 Mbps.

6. Application Control Throughput: 1 Gbps.

7. Anti-Virus Throughput: 250 Mbps.

8. Antispam: Integrated with FortiGuard Services.

9. Interfaces: 8 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 2 x 10-Gigabit SFP ports.

10. Power Supply: Redundant power supply options for high availability.

11. High Availability: Supports clustering for high availability configurations.

12. Form Factor: Desktop/1U Rackmount.

13. Dimensions: 17.6 x 12.2 x 1.73 inches.

14. Weight: 6.7 kg.

15. Management: Managed through FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer.

16. Wi-Fi Controller: Integrated Wi-Fi management for secure wireless networking.

17. OS: FortiOS, a unified security operating system.

18. Security Services: FortiGuard updates for real-time threat intelligence.

Key Features

• High Performance: Delivers up to 4 Gbps firewall throughput, ideal for busy offices or branch locations in the GCC region.

• Comprehensive Security: Includes IPS, anti-virus, VPN, and application control to ensure multi-layered protection.

• Integrated Wi-Fi Management: Supports integrated Wi-Fi control for businesses requiring secure wireless connectivity.

• Scalability: Designed to scale with the growth of your network and business operations.

• Ease of Use: Centralized management with FortiManager allows IT teams to efficiently manage multiple firewalls across branches

FortiGate 120G Features

1. Unified Threat Protection (UTP)

The FortiGate 120G integrates Fortinet’s FortiGuard Security Services, which provide real-time updates for antivirus, web filtering, antispam, and more. This centralized service helps businesses stay ahead of new threats and protect their network infrastructure from malware, phishing attacks, and other vulnerabilities. The UTP ensures that the firewall is constantly updated to deal with emerging threats, a critical feature for businesses in dynamic environments like Dubai and other UAE regions.

2. High Availability for Seamless Operations

One of the main advantages of the FortiGate 120G is its ability to support high availability configurations, ensuring minimal downtime. This is particularly important for businesses in the GCC region that rely on uninterrupted network performance for day-to-day operations. Whether through clustering or redundant power supplies, the 120G ensures businesses remain online even in the case of hardware failure.

3. Secure Remote Access (VPN)

In today’s increasingly remote workforce, secure and reliable VPN access is essential. The FortiGate 120G supports both IPSec VPN and SSL VPN technologies, providing secure access for remote workers. This is crucial for organizations in Dubai and the UAE that have a global workforce or remote teams. The VPN ensures that company data remains secure, even when accessed from offsite locations.

4. Traffic Shaping and Application Control

With Traffic Shaping, businesses can prioritize bandwidth for critical applications, ensuring that the most important processes are uninterrupted. For example, voice or video communication applications can be given higher priority over other non-critical traffic. Similarly, Application Control allows IT teams to monitor and block unwanted applications, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and securely.

5. Comprehensive Reporting and Analytics

The FortiGate 120G integrates with FortiAnalyzer, allowing for detailed logs, reports, and analytics. This helps businesses gain insights into network traffic, security events, and overall network health. The data-driven insights help administrators make informed decisions about network security and performance, enhancing the overall efficiency of IT operations in UAE and the GCC region.