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FortiGate Next Generation Firewall utilizes purpose-built security processors and threat intelligence security services from FortiGuard labs to deliver top-rated protection and high performance, including encrypted traffic.
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Description

 

This article describes how to fix an issue where FortiClient shows as 'Unlicensed' in a FortiGate firewall.

 

Scope

 

Any supported versions of FortiGate, FortiClient and FortiClient VPN.

 

Solution

 

This issue occurs when a free version of the VPN is in use.

 

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To fix the issue, uninstall the existing VPN and download FortiClient VPN:

 

1) Go to https://support.fortinet.com.

2) Navigate to Firmware downloads.

3) Select FortiClient.

4) Select MAC.

5) Select the correct version of the FortiClient VPN and install it.

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