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Fortinet FortiGate 40F
The Fortinet FortiGate 40F is a desktop firewall that runs FortiOS. Fortinet publishes a firewall throughput of 5 / 5 / 5 Gbps and a threat protection throughput of 600 Mbps for it. It has 5 x GE RJ45. Versions: FortiWiFi 40F (Wi-Fi), 3G/4G model.
- Firewall throughput
- 5 / 5 / 5 Gbps
- Threat protection
- 600 Mbps
- IPsec VPN
- 4.4 Gbps
- Form
- Desktop
Who it suits
As a desktop unit it suits a small office, a shop or a branch that has no 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 40F that means a line of up to about 400 Mbps.
Fortinet FortiGate 40F specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Firewall throughput | 5 / 5 / 5 Gbps |
| IPS throughput | 1 Gbps |
| NGFW throughput | 800 Mbps |
| Threat protection throughput | 600 Mbps |
| IPsec VPN throughput | 4.4 Gbps |
| TLS inspection throughput | 310 Mbps |
| Maximum concurrent sessions | 700,000 |
| New sessions per second | 35,000 |
| Hardware | |
| Form factor | Desktop |
| Ports | 5 x GE RJ45 |
| Power supply | Single AC power supply |
| Versions sold | FortiWiFi 40F (Wi-Fi), 3G/4G model |
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 40F
What internet speed can the FortiGate 40F handle?
Fortinet publishes a threat protection throughput of 600 Mbps for the FortiGate 40F. Leaving headroom for busy hours, that suits an internet line of up to about 400 Mbps with protection switched on. With inspection off, its firewall throughput is 5 / 5 / 5 Gbps.
What ports does the FortiGate 40F have?
5 x GE RJ45.
How many connections can the FortiGate 40F handle?
Fortinet lists a maximum of 700,000 concurrent sessions and 35,000 new sessions per second.
Does the FortiGate 40F have Wi-Fi?
The base model does not. A wireless version is sold: FortiWiFi 40F (Wi-Fi), 3G/4G model.
Does the FortiGate 40F 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 40F 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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Closest models from other brands
Throughput figures are each manufacturer's own published numbers. Manufacturers test in different ways, so compare across brands with care.
- Desktop
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