Fortinet FortiGate 3500F Firewall

Fortinet FortiGate 3500F Firewall

Brand: Fortinet | Category: Network Security

SKU: FG-3500F | Part #: FG-3500F | MPN: FG-3500F

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About the Fortinet FortiGate 3500F Firewall

The Fortinet FortiGate 3500F (part number FG-3500F) is a rack-mount network security firewall in a 2 RU form factor, measuring 3.5 x 17.4 x 21.9 inches. Its interfaces comprise 6 hardware accelerated 100 GE QSFP28 / 40 GE QSFP+ slots and 32 hardware accelerated 25 GE SFP28 / 10 GE SFP+ / GE SFP slots, plus 2 10GE/GE RJ45 management ports.

Rated performance includes IPv4 firewall throughput of 595 / 590 / 420 Gbps (1518 / 512 / 64 byte, UDP), IPS throughput of 72 Gbps, NGFW throughput of 65 Gbps, threat protection throughput of 63 Gbps and IPsec VPN throughput of 165 Gbps (512 byte). It supports 140 million / 348 million* concurrent TCP sessions. Power consumption is 760 W average and 1174 W maximum.

The FG-3500F is suited to large enterprise networks and data centre environments that require high-throughput traffic inspection, VPN connectivity and segmentation at the network edge or core.

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Technical Specifications

BrandFortinet
CategoryNetwork Security
SKUFG-3500F
Part NumberFG-3500F
ConditionNew
Form Factor4U
Manufacturer Part NumberFG-3500F
Hardware Accelerated 100 GE QSFP28 / 40 GE QSFP+ Slots6
Hardware Accelerated 25 GE SFP28 / 10 GE SFP+ / GE SFP Slots32
10GE/ GE RJ45 Management Ports2
IPS Throughput72 Gbps
NGFW Throughput65 Gbps
Threat Protection Throughput63 Gbps
IPv4 Firewall Throughput (1518 / 512 / 64 byte, UDP)595 / 590 / 420 Gbps
IPsec VPN Throughput (512 byte)165 Gbps
Concurrent Sessions (TCP)140 Million / 348 Million*
Height x Width x Length (inches)3.5 x 17.4 x 21.9
Form FactorRack Mount, 2 RU
Power Consumption (Average / Maximum)760 W / 1174 W

Frequently Asked Questions about Fortinet FortiGate 3500F Firewall

What does the Fortinet FortiGate 3500F Next-Generation Firewall do?

The Fortinet FortiGate 3500F Next-Generation Firewall is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Arista environments.

What are the headline specs of the Fortinet FortiGate 3500F Next-Generation Firewall?

Key specifications for the Fortinet FortiGate 3500F Next-Generation Firewall: new condition; brand Fortinet; series FortiGate F-Series; model FG-3500F; type Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW); firewall throughput 600+ Gbps; threat protection throughput 35 Gbps. Manufacturer part number FG-3500F. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the Fortinet FortiGate 3500F Next-Generation Firewall compatible with my infrastructure?

The Fortinet FortiGate 3500F Next-Generation Firewall interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.