[shortdesc] FortiGate 50G Firewall, fanless desktop, 5x GE RJ45, SD-WAN, up to 5/5/4 Gbps, including 1 Year FortiCare Premium and FortiGuard Enterprise Protection [/shortdesc]
[properties]
| Model / SKU |
FG-50G-BDL-809-12 |
| Form Factor |
Desktop |
| Firewall Throughput |
5 / 5 / 4 Gbps (1518/512/64 byte UDP packets) |
| Interfaces |
5x GE RJ45 (1x WAN, 1x FortiLink, 3x Ethernet), 1x USB, 1x Console |
| Power Input |
12VDC, 3A via External AC Power Adapter (100-240V AC) |
| Dimensions |
1.6 x 8.5 x 6.3 inches (40.5 x 216 x 160 mm) |
| Weight |
2.2 lbs (1.0 kg) |
| Operating Temperature |
32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
| Internal Storage |
None |
| Certifications |
FCC, ISED, CE, UL/cUL, CB, USGv6/IPv6 |
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[specifications]
| System Performance |
| Firewall Latency (64 byte UDP packets) |
2.42 µs |
| Firewall Throughput (Packets Per Second) |
6 Mpps |
| IPS Throughput |
2.25 Gbps |
| NGFW Throughput |
1.25 Gbps |
| Threat Protection Throughput |
1.1 Gbps |
| IPsec VPN Throughput (512 byte) |
4.5 Gbps |
| SSL Inspection Throughput (IPS, avg. HTTPS) |
1.3 Gbps |
| Application Control Throughput (HTTP 64K) |
2.8 Gbps |
| CAPWAP Throughput (HTTP 64K) |
3.8 Gbps |
| System Capacity |
| Concurrent Sessions (TCP) |
720,000 |
| New Sessions/Second (TCP) |
85,000 |
| Firewall Policies |
2,000 |
| Gateway-to-Gateway IPsec VPN Tunnels |
200 |
| Client-to-Gateway IPsec VPN Tunnels |
250 |
| Virtual Domains (Default / Maximum) |
5 / 5 |
| Maximum Number of FortiSwitches Supported |
8 |
| Maximum Number of FortiAPs (Total / Tunnel Mode) |
16 / 8 |
| Networking Interfaces |
| Hardware Accelerated GE RJ45 WAN Ports |
1 |
| Hardware Accelerated GE RJ45 FortiLink Port |
1 |
| Hardware Accelerated GE RJ45 Ethernet Ports |
3 |
| USB Port |
1 |
| Console Port (RJ45) |
1 |
| Environment & Power |
| Power Consumption (Average / Maximum) |
8.3 W / 8.9 W |
| Heat Dissipation |
30.35 BTU/h |
| 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 (3,048 m) |
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[accesories]
| Included |
External DC Power Adapter (100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz) |
| Optional |
Rack Mount Tray (SP-RACKTRAY-02), Mounting Ear Bracket (SP-EAR-FG90G-10), Wall Mount Kit (SP-FG60F-MOUNT-20), AC Power Adaptor (SP-FG-40F-PA-10) |
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The FortiGate 50G series is engineered to transform WAN architecture and provide robust perimeter protection for distributed enterprise locations. As a cornerstone of the Fortinet Security Fabric, this appliance integrates advanced networking features like SD-WAN with enterprise-grade security into a single operating system, FortiOS. This unified approach eliminates security silos, reduces operational complexity, and ensures consistent protection across hybrid environments.
Built on the patented Secure SD-WAN ASIC SP5, the 50G delivers high-speed threat protection and deep SSL inspection with high performance. This bundle specifically includes 1 Year FortiCare Premium and FortiGuard Enterprise Protection, providing AI-powered security services such as IPS, anti-malware protection, URL and DNS filtering, and OT security to defend against modern threats.
High-Performance Secure Networking Powered by SP5 ASIC
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Accelerated Security Performance: Delivers firewall throughput of 5 / 5 / 4 Gbps (1518/512/64 byte UDP packets) and threat protection of 1.1 Gbps to keep security from becoming a bottleneck.
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Converged Networking and Security: Combines NGFW capabilities with integrated SD-WAN and wireless controller features in a single, energy-efficient device.
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AI-Powered Protection: FortiGuard Labs blocks over 500 million malicious/phishing/spam URLs weekly and blocks 32,000 botnet command-and-control attempts every minute.
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Advanced Physical Security: Features a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) for secure cryptographic key storage and a signed firmware switch to help ensure system integrity.
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Efficient Branch Operations: Built-in Secure SD-WAN ASIC SP5 accelerates application identification and steering for a robust user experience.
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Simplified Management: Supports zero-touch provisioning and centralized visibility via FortiManager and FortiGate Cloud.
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Sustainable Design: Energy-efficient SPU technology leads to lower power consumption and improved TCO, with third-party verified Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) compliance.
Ideal Use Cases
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Distributed Enterprise Branches: Perfect for building secure networks at remote sites requiring high performance and simple deployment.
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Retail and Small Business: Provides a compact, fanless form factor that fits easily into small environments or on a desktop.
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Secure Remote Work: Ideal for power users needing enterprise-grade VPN performance and real-time threat prevention.
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SD-Branch Transformation: Extends security to the access layer by integrating FortiSwitch and FortiAP connectivity.
Technical Specifications Summary
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Firewall Throughput (1518/512/64 byte UDP): 5 / 5 / 4 Gbps
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IPS Throughput: 2.25 Gbps
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NGFW Throughput: 1.25 Gbps
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Threat Protection Throughput: 1.1 Gbps
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IPsec VPN Throughput (512 byte): 4.5 Gbps
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SSL Inspection Throughput (IPS, avg. HTTPS): 1.3 Gbps
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Concurrent Sessions (TCP): 720,000
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New Sessions/Second (TCP): 85,000
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Network Interfaces: 1x GE RJ45 WAN, 1x GE RJ45 FortiLink, 3x GE RJ45 Ethernet, 1x USB, 1x Console (RJ45)
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Power and Consumption: 12VDC, 3A; 8.3 W / 8.9 W (average/maximum)
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Dimensions and Weight: 1.6 x 8.5 x 6.3 in (40.5 x 216 x 160 mm), 2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)
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Deploy the FortiGate 50G today to secure your branch with AI-powered protection and high-performance SD-WAN.
