Fortinet FortiBridge Bypass Appliances

Overview:

To ensure mission-critical network continuity, FortiBridge bypass appliances automatically bridge network traffic, re-routing network traffic around inline security infrastructure in the event of a power outage or system fault. The FortiBridge-2002 appliance is designed for 10/100/1000 networks, the FortiBridge-2002F is designed for 1 GbE networks (SFP or LC 850nm fiber-based ), and theFortiBridge-2002X is designed for 10 GbE networks (SFP+ or LC 850nm fiber-based ). All appliances provide bypass functionality for two network segments.

Fortinet Bypass Modules Benefits:

• Fail-to-Wire bypass functionality maximizes network uptime by automatically re-routing traffic in the event of a power outage or any other type of event that would cause an inline security device to degrade the availability of the network segment.
• The 1-RU appliance form factor allows you to add bypass functionality to any existing inline security system, including FortiGate® multi-threat security systems.
• Remote configuration and monitoring allow you to monitor and control the bypass status of network segments remotely, with the ability to view mode of operation, manually switch the appliance into bypass or normal operation mode, and configure thresholds for automatic bypass fail-to-wire.

The FortiBridge-2000 series of appliances provides bypass functionality to FortiGate consolidated security systems, and all three appliances offer bypass functionality for two network segments:

• FortiBridge-2001 appliance provides four 10/100/1000 interfaces
• FortiBridge-2001F provides two SFP 1 GbE interfaces, two fiber (LC, 850nm) 1 GbE interfaces
• FortiBridge-2002 appliance provides eight 10/100/1000 interfaces
• FortiBridge-2002F appliance provides four SFP 1 GbE interfaces, four fiber (LC, 850nm) 1 GbE interfaces.
• FortiBridge-2002X appliance provides four SFP+ 10 GbE interfaces, four fiber (LC, 850nm) 10 GbE interfaces

Fortinet’s Multi-Layered Security Solution:

Fortinet’s multi-layered security solutions efficiently and economically provide an integrated set of security services in a single, easy-to-manage high-performance appliance that is capable of supporting a wide range of deployment scenarios. In addition, FortiGuard Subscription Services include everything from technical support, antivirus updates, antispyware, antispam, and Web content filtering to ensure that your security environment remains current and your corporate resources are protected against the latest blended threats. FortiGate systems come with a one-year limited hardware warranty and 90-day limited software warranty.

 

Deployments:

FortiGate multi-threat security solutions are designed for enterprise networks.

Secure Network Perimeters / Internal Segmentation

Firewall and VPN services are deployed at the perimeter of the internal network to securely connect remote offices and mobile users to an organization’s private resources while at the same time preventing any other unauthorized access. Intrusion prevention, antivirus and Web filtering services ensure that network-based threats and contentbased threats are stopped inbound as well as outbound.

Inside the network, segmentation can be achieved using firewall, intrusion prevention and antivirus technologies. Internal segmentation effectively isolates outbreaks before they are allowed to spread throughout an organization’s network.

Virtual Security Domains / Distributed Enterprises

FortiGate platforms support multiple security zones and virtual security domains to customize a network’s security policy anywhere requirements demand. Virtual Domains (VDOMs) can also be used to provision services for external customers.

All FortiGate solutions start from the same flexible high performance architecture. Core networking features found in every model such as High Availability (HA) and support for dynamic routing protocols enable the FortiGate to be deployed into highly distributed and fully meshed network environments.

Datacenter and Critical Applications Security

Effectively protecting an organization’s mission critical applications from a new generation of application-based threats that are now targeting Web 2.0, VoIP and even IPTV applications requires a comprehensive security strategy that contains multiple layers of network-based defenses. Unfortunately, many of these new applications are time-critical, forcing administrators to choose between performance and security. The FortiGate family of multi-gigabit performance solutions deliver real-time protection against multi-layered security threats which target application servers. In addition to protecting against these new threat types, advanced antispam filtering relieves the ever evolving problem of unsolicited bulk mail while also filtering mail for spyware and security policy violating content.

Technical Specifications:

Models	FBG-2001	FBG-2001F	FBG-2002	FBG-2002F	FBG-2002X
Hardware Specifications
10/100/1000 (Copper, RJ-45)	4	0	8	0	0
SFP Interfaces	0	2	0	4	0
SFP+ Interfaces (10 GbE)	0	0	0	0	4
Management Interfaces	1	1	2	2	2
Console Interfaces (RJ-45)	1	1	2	2	2
USB Interfaces	1	1	2	2	2
Modem	1	1	2	2	2
Link Protection	1 x Gbps segment	1 x Gbps segment	2 x Gbps segment	2 x Gbps segment	2 x 10 GbE segment
Enviromental
Power Required	100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 0.3 Amp	100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 0.3 Amp	100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 0.8 Amp max	100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 0.8 Amp max	100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 1.54 Amp max
Power Consumption (AVG)	15W	15W	28W	22W	120W
Heat Dissipation	85 BTU	85 BTU	96 BTU	75 BTU	409 BTU
Operating Temperature	32 – 104 deg F (0 – 40 deg C)
Storage Temperature	-13 to 158 deg F (-25 to 70 deg C)
Humidity	20 to 90% non-condensing
Dimensions
Height x Length x Width	1.75 x 17.4 x 11.85 in (4.4 x 44.2 x 3.01 cm)	1.75 x 17.4 x 11.85 in (4.4 x 44.2 x 3.01 cm)	1.75 x 17.4 x 11.85 in (4.4 x 44.2 x 3.01 cm)	1.75 x 17.4 x 11.85 in (4.4 x 44.2 x 3.01 cm)	1.75 x 17.4 x 17.25 in (4.4 x 44.2 x 4.38 cm)
Weight	7.1 lb (3.2 kg)	7.1 lb (3.2 kg)	8.4 lb (3.8 kg)	8.4 lb (3.8 kg)	15 lb (6.8 kg)
Rack Mountable	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Compliance
	FCC Class A Part 15, / CE Mark

Benefits:

Fail-to-Wire Bypass

Maximizes network uptime by automatically re-routing traffic in the event of a power outage or any other type of event that would cause an in line security device to degrade the availability of the network segment.

Standalone 1-RU appliance

Enables you to add bypass functionality to any existing in line security system, including FortiGate® consolidated security systems.

Remote configuration and monitoring

Enables you to monitor and control the bypass status of network segments remotely, with the ability to view mode of operation, manually switch the appliance into bypass or normal operation mode, and configure thresholds for automatic bypass fail-to-wire.

Services & Support:

FortiGuard Security Subscription Services

FortiGuard Security Subscription Services deliver dynamic, automated updates for Fortinet products. The Fortinet Global Security Research Team creates these updates to ensure up-to-date protection against sophisticated threats. Subscriptions include antivirus, intrusion prevention, web filtering, antispam, vulnerability and compliance management, application control, and database security services.

FortiCare Support Services

FortiCare Support Services provide global support for all Fortinet products and services. FortiCare support enables your Fortinet products to perform optimally. Support plans start with 8x5 Enhanced Support with "return and replace" hardware replacement or 24x7 Comprehensive Support with advanced replacement. Options include Premium Support, Premium RMA, and Professional Services. All hardware products include a 1-year limited hardware warranty and 90-day limited software warranty.

Documentation:

Download the Fortinet FortiBridge® Bypass Appliances Datasheet (.PDF)