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SecurityPlus
Explorer III
August 20, 2017
Question

Which FortiOS?

  • August 20, 2017
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Deploying FortiWiFi 60D to new customer. Which FortiOS version would you deploy this with, latest version of 5.2, 5.4, or 5.6? Customer requirements are fairly simple, Windows and Mac computers, SSLVPN, port forwarding.

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    ede_pfau
    SuperUser
    SuperUser
    August 20, 2017

    hi,

    in my experience v5.2.11 is rock solid. If you're not in to any of the fancy new features like better device recognition, new GUI layout etc. but prefer zero maintenance then this version is for you.

    Next up would be v5.4.5. Biggest plus IMHO is the detailed FortiView, drilldown to single sessions if necessary. Fairly stable on a range of FGTs from small to midsize, but uses more resources than v5.2.

    v5.6 is for the brave :) promising but not yet fit for production.

    SecurityPlus
    Explorer III
    August 20, 2017
    Thank you for the helpful input!
    emnoc
    New Member
    August 20, 2017

    FWIW, the v5.2.xx train is on it's last leg. I would look at a v5.4.x  and hold out on v5.6 unless you  have to  use some brand new feature.

     

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