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Fortinet FortiGate 3000F
The Fortinet FortiGate 3000F is a rackmount firewall that runs FortiOS. Fortinet publishes a firewall throughput of 397 / 389 / 221 Gbps and a threat protection throughput of 33 Gbps for it. It has 6 x 100GE QSFP28/40GE QSFP+, 16 x 25GE SFP28, 18 x 10GE RJ45, 2 x GE RJ45. Versions: DC model, FortiGate 3001F (storage).
- Firewall throughput
- 397 / 389 / 221 Gbps
- Threat protection
- 33 Gbps
- IPsec VPN
- 105 Gbps
- Form
- Rackmount
Who it suits
As a rackmount unit it suits a head office, campus or data centre with a server rack. With protection switched on, plan for an internet line of no more than about two-thirds of the threat protection throughput figure. For the FortiGate 3000F that means a line of up to about 22 Gbps.
Fortinet FortiGate 3000F specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Firewall throughput | 397 / 389 / 221 Gbps |
| IPS throughput | 36 Gbps |
| NGFW throughput | 34 Gbps |
| Threat protection throughput | 33 Gbps |
| IPsec VPN throughput | 105 Gbps |
| TLS inspection throughput | 29 Gbps |
| Maximum concurrent sessions | 70 million |
| New sessions per second | 870,000 |
| Hardware | |
| Form factor | 2 RU |
| Ports | 6 x 100GE QSFP28/40GE QSFP+, 16 x 25GE SFP28, 18 x 10GE RJ45, 2 x GE RJ45 |
| Storage | 2 x 960 GB on the 3001F |
| Power supply | Dual power supplies |
| Versions sold | DC model, FortiGate 3001F (storage) |
Specifications from Fortinet's published data, checked October 2026. See Fortinet's firewall pages. Throughput figures are each manufacturer's own published numbers. Manufacturers test in different ways, so compare across brands with care. Confirm details before ordering.
What we do with it
- Supply
Firewall supply and installation
The right-sized firewall from any of the five brands, with its licence, installed and configured at your site.
- Audit
Firewall configuration and audit
A review of your rules, firmware, admin access and VPNs, with the weak points fixed and written down.
- Renewal
Firewall licence renewal
Renewals for FortiGuard, Sophos, Palo Alto Networks, SonicWall and Juniper subscriptions, quoted from your serial number.
- Migrate
Firewall migration
Move from an old firewall to a new one, same brand or another, with the rules and VPNs carried over.
Questions about the FortiGate 3000F
What internet speed can the FortiGate 3000F handle?
Fortinet publishes a threat protection throughput of 33 Gbps for the FortiGate 3000F. Leaving headroom for busy hours, that suits an internet line of up to about 22 Gbps with protection switched on. With inspection off, its firewall throughput is 397 / 389 / 221 Gbps.
What ports does the FortiGate 3000F have?
6 x 100GE QSFP28/40GE QSFP+, 16 x 25GE SFP28, 18 x 10GE RJ45, 2 x GE RJ45.
How many connections can the FortiGate 3000F handle?
Fortinet lists a maximum of 70 million concurrent sessions and 870,000 new sessions per second.
Does the FortiGate 3000F need a licence?
The hardware works as a basic firewall on its own. Protection features such as intrusion prevention, web filtering and anti-malware need an active Fortinet subscription, and so do firmware updates and support. We quote the firewall with the licence term you choose.
Do you supply the FortiGate 3000F with installation?
Yes. We supply it with its licence registered, install and configure it at your site, and hand over the logins and documentation. Ask for a quote on this page.
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