FortiGate IPsec VPN Site to Site Configuration
FortiGate IPsec VPN Site to Site provides a secure and reliable connection between two networks located in different locations. This is a crucial feature for businesses with remote offices and a requirement for remote workers. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to configure FortiGate IPsec VPN Site to Site and provide training on its usage.
Step 1: Configure FortiGate Firewall
- Login to your FortiGate firewall and go to VPN > IPsec > Wizard. Here you can configure the IPsec VPN settings such as authentication, encryption, and VPN topology.
- Configure Phase 1 Settings: In this step, you’ll configure the Phase 1 settings for the VPN connection, which includes the remote gateway IP address, authentication method, and encryption algorithm.
- Configure Phase 2 Settings: In this step, you’ll configure the Phase 2 settings for the VPN connection, which includes the local and remote subnets, encryption algorithm, and key lifetime.
- Configure Firewall Policies: Once you’ve configured the VPN settings, you need to create firewall policies to allow traffic between the two networks. Go to Policy & Objects > IPv4 Policy and create a new policy for the VPN traffic.
Step 2: Configure Remote Site
- Configure Phase 1 and Phase 2 Settings: Configure the Phase 1 and Phase 2 settings on the remote site to match the configuration on the FortiGate firewall.
- Configure Firewall Policies: Create firewall policies on the remote site to allow traffic between the two networks.
Step 3: Verify the Connection
- Once you’ve completed the configuration on both sites, you can verify the connection status. Go to VPN > Monitor > IPsec Monitor to view the status of the VPN connection.
- You can also check the firewall logs to ensure that the traffic is flowing between the two networks.
Step 4: Troubleshooting
- If the VPN connection is not established, you can troubleshoot the connection by checking the firewall logs and the configuration on both sites.
- You can also use the FortiGate diagnostic tools such as ping and traceroute to troubleshoot the connection.
Conclusion: FortiGate IPsec VPN Site to Site provides a secure and reliable connection between two networks located in different locations. By following the above steps, you can easily configure FortiGate IPsec VPN Site to Site and start using it for remote access. Make sure to verify the connection status and troubleshoot any issues that may arise.