The FortiGate unit can be placed on any flat surface with the provided rubber feet.
To install the unit on a at surface
1. Ensure that the surface onto which the FortiGate unit to be installed is clean, level,
and stable and that there is at least 1.5in (3.8cm) of clearance on all sides to allow
for adequate airflow.
2. Attach the provided rubber feet to the bottom of the FortiGate unit.
3. Place the unit in the designated location.
4. Verify that the spacing around the FortiGate unit conforms to requirements and that
the unit is level.
5. Using the provided power cable, plug the cable into the rear of the unit, and then into
a grounded electrical outlet or a separate power source such as an uninterruptible
power supply (UPS) or a power distribution unit (PDU).
1.5in
1.5in
Caution: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your Fortinet equipment.
Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
Desktop Installation