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Fortinet FortiGate 80F
The Fortinet FortiGate 80F is a desktop firewall that runs FortiOS. Fortinet publishes a firewall throughput of 10 / 10 / 7 Gbps and a threat protection throughput of 900 Mbps for it. It has 8 x GE RJ45, 2 x shared port pairs. Versions: Wi-Fi, 3G/4G, DSL and bypass models; FortiGate 81F (storage).
- Firewall throughput
- 10 / 10 / 7 Gbps
- Threat protection
- 900 Mbps
- IPsec VPN
- 6.5 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 80F that means a line of up to about 600 Mbps.
Fortinet FortiGate 80F specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Firewall throughput | 10 / 10 / 7 Gbps |
| IPS throughput | 1.4 Gbps |
| NGFW throughput | 1 Gbps |
| Threat protection throughput | 900 Mbps |
| IPsec VPN throughput | 6.5 Gbps |
| TLS inspection throughput | 715 Mbps |
| Maximum concurrent sessions | 1.5 million |
| New sessions per second | 45,000 |
| Hardware | |
| Form factor | Desktop |
| Ports | 8 x GE RJ45, 2 x shared port pairs |
| Storage | 128 GB on the 81F |
| Power supply | Single AC power supply, dual inputs |
| Versions sold | Wi-Fi, 3G/4G, DSL and bypass models; FortiGate 81F (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 80F
What internet speed can the FortiGate 80F handle?
Fortinet publishes a threat protection throughput of 900 Mbps for the FortiGate 80F. Leaving headroom for busy hours, that suits an internet line of up to about 600 Mbps with protection switched on. With inspection off, its firewall throughput is 10 / 10 / 7 Gbps.
What ports does the FortiGate 80F have?
8 x GE RJ45, 2 x shared port pairs.
How many connections can the FortiGate 80F handle?
Fortinet lists a maximum of 1.5 million concurrent sessions and 45,000 new sessions per second.
Does the FortiGate 80F have Wi-Fi?
The base model does not. A wireless version is sold: Wi-Fi, 3G/4G, DSL and bypass models; FortiGate 81F (storage).
Does the FortiGate 80F 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 80F 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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