Technical Tip: FortiClient Profile on status 'Offnet'
Description
When user connects with FortiClient, Fortinet administrator can see the message 'Offnet'
This document explains reasons why FortiGate see FortiClient as “Offnet”
Solution
'Offnet' can be appear because:
- The endpoint should be connected to the FortiGate interface where the FortiClient is registered
- The endpoint IP address should be assigned by a DHCP server
- The DHCP server needs to send the proper tag within the protocol to identify if the client is on-net or off-net
When user connects with FortiClient, Fortinet administrator can see the message 'Offnet'
This document explains reasons why FortiGate see FortiClient as “Offnet”
Solution
'Offnet' can be appear because:
- The endpoint should be connected to the FortiGate interface where the FortiClient is registered
- The endpoint IP address should be assigned by a DHCP server
- The DHCP server needs to send the proper tag within the protocol to identify if the client is on-net or off-net