To Connect to the CLI:
You can configure all FortiGate configuration options from the CLI using
config commands. The CLI also includes get, show, diagnose, and
execute commands for performing various configuration and monitoring
tasks.
1. Connect the FortiGate unit console port to the management
computer using the provided console cable.
2. Start a terminal emulation program on the management computer. Use
the following settings:
• Baud Rate: 9600
• Data bits: 8
• Parity: None
• Stop bits: 1
• Flow Control: None
3. Press Enter on your keyboard to connect to the CLI.
4. Type admin in the Name field, leave the Password field blank, and
press Enter.
You can now proceed with configuring your FortiGate unit.