Created on
03-17-2023
07:36 AM
Edited on
06-23-2025
10:25 PM
By
Jean-Philippe_P
Description | This article describes how to set up FortiGuard communication with a secondary WAN IP address. |
Scope | FortiOS. |
Solution |
Consider this scenario:
config system interface
In order to communicate with global FortiGuard, it is necessary to have internet access and a DNS system.
These commands can be performed as initial checkups if both are properly configured.
execute ping service.fortiguard.net
config system fortiguard <-- Leave the rest of the config as default.
set primary 8.8.8.8
After both config setups, the issue with FortiGuard communication should be resolved.
To verify the configuration, use the following commands:
diagnose debug application update -1
Related documents: Use anycast to communicate with FortiGuard servers | FortiGate / FortiOS 6.4.0 (fortinet.com) |
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