Technical Tip: Disable 'Migrate Config with FortiC...

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Description

This article describes how to disable 'Migrate Config with FortiConverter' in FortiGate Setup.

Scope

FortiOS 7.4.0 and above.

Solution

During the 'Migrate Config with FortiConverter' setup, one usually has the option to toggle the 'Don't show again' switch for not being asked after every login:

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In some cases, it might happen that the option is not showing up and one must always skip the step via 'Later':

don't show again missing.png

To disable the step, enter the following commands via CLI:

diag sys forticonverter set-prompt-visibility hidden

Visible: Show the FortiConverter wizard on login.
Hidden: Hide the FortiConverter wizard on login.

After disabling 'Migrate Config with FortiConverter', the message will disappear from setup progress, but it is still required to complete other recommended setup such as Auto Patch Upgrades, Dashboard Setup and Change Your Password.

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Technical Tip: Disable 'Migrate Config with FortiConverter' in FortiGate Setup

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