Technical Tip: How to migrate FortiAnalyzer-400E to FortiAnalyzer-VM64
| Description | This guide outlines the steps required to migrate from a physical FortiAnalyzer-400E device to a virtual FortiAnalyzer VM64 (FAZVM64). It includes backup, configuration editing, VM deployment, and restoration steps. |
| Scope | Applies to users who want to move from FortiAnalyzer-400E (hardware) to a FortiAnalyzer VM64 on VMware. |
| Solution |
Create a full backup of the hardware FortiAnalyzer device using the following guides:
Use 7-Zip or another archive tool to open the backup file and navigate to the following path:
For additional guidance, refer to Technical Tip: How to Migrate FortiAnalyzer Log and Config to Another Unit.
Follow Fortinet’s instructions to install FortiAnalyzer 7.4.X on VMware:
Once the VM is ready:
See Restoring the Configuration – Fortinet Documentation.
Note: In 7.4.3 onwards, the migration option is available in the GUI. For more information, follow the Fortinet documentation instructions for migrating the configuration: Migrating the configuration - FortiAnalyzer 7.4.3 administration guide.
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