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Fortinet FortiGate 4800F
The Fortinet FortiGate 4800F is a rackmount firewall that runs FortiOS. Fortinet publishes a firewall throughput of 3.1 / 3.1 / 0.93 Tbps and a threat protection throughput of 75 Gbps for it. It has 8 x 400GE, 12 x 200GE QSFP56, 12 x 50GE SFP56, 2 x 10GE RJ45. Versions: DC and NEBS models, FortiGate 4801F (storage).
- Firewall throughput
- 3.1 / 3.1 / 0.93 Tbps
- Threat protection
- 75 Gbps
- IPsec VPN
- 800 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 4800F that means a line of up to about 50 Gbps.
Fortinet FortiGate 4800F specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Firewall throughput | 3.1 / 3.1 / 0.93 Tbps |
| IPS throughput | 87 Gbps |
| NGFW throughput | 77 Gbps |
| Threat protection throughput | 75 Gbps |
| IPsec VPN throughput | 800 Gbps |
| TLS inspection throughput | 63 Gbps |
| Maximum concurrent sessions | 280 million |
| New sessions per second | 915,000 |
| Hardware | |
| Form factor | 4 RU |
| Ports | 8 x 400GE, 12 x 200GE QSFP56, 12 x 50GE SFP56, 2 x 10GE RJ45 |
| Storage | 2 x 1.92 TB on the 4801F |
| Power supply | 4 power supplies |
| Versions sold | DC and NEBS models, FortiGate 4801F (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 4800F
What internet speed can the FortiGate 4800F handle?
Fortinet publishes a threat protection throughput of 75 Gbps for the FortiGate 4800F. Leaving headroom for busy hours, that suits an internet line of up to about 50 Gbps with protection switched on. With inspection off, its firewall throughput is 3.1 / 3.1 / 0.93 Tbps.
What ports does the FortiGate 4800F have?
8 x 400GE, 12 x 200GE QSFP56, 12 x 50GE SFP56, 2 x 10GE RJ45.
How many connections can the FortiGate 4800F handle?
Fortinet lists a maximum of 280 million concurrent sessions and 915,000 new sessions per second.
Does the FortiGate 4800F 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 4800F 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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