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Hello every one , in this video I will introduce how can you integrate your fortigate firewall with Microsoft teams and get notification in case of admin login failed, Also I will describe fortigate automation service to do some actions for triggered events.

1. Configure Microsoft Teams Incoming Webhook:

• Log in to your Microsoft Teams account and navigate to the channel where you want to receive notifications.
• Click on the three dots (…) next to the channel name and select “Connectors.”
• Search for “Incoming Webhook” and click on it to configure.
• Give your webhook a name and customize its settings, such as the icon that will be displayed with messages.
• Once configured, a unique webhook URL will be generated. Copy and save this URL, as you’ll need it to send notifications from FortiGate to Teams.

2. Configure FortiGate Automation:

• Access your FortiGate firewall’s web interface or CLI.

a. Define Triggering Events:

– Depending on your specific use case, you’ll want to define the events or conditions that trigger notifications. For example, you might want to send notifications when: – A critical security event is detected (e.g., intrusion attempts, malware activity). – A specific network condition is met (e.g., bandwidth threshold exceeded). – Configuration changes are made on the firewall.

b. Create a Custom Script or Action:

• FortiGate Automation typically involves creating custom scripts or actions using FortiScript (for CLI-based automation) or FortiManager (for GUI-based automation).
• Here’s an example of a custom FortiScript that sends a notification to Microsoft Teams using the webhook URL:

  # Define the Microsoft Teams webhook URL
  set teams_webhook_url "https://yourteamswebhookurl"

  # Define the message to send
  set message "A critical security event has been detected on FortiGate!"

  # Construct the JSON payload
  set json_payload '{"text": "'$message'"}'

  # Send the HTTP POST request to Microsoft Teams
  execute log "Sending Microsoft Teams notification..."
  execute external "post $teams_webhook_url" $json_payload

c. Customize the Message:

- You can customize the message within the script to include details about the triggered event, such as date, time, event type, and any relevant information.

3. Test the Automation:

• To test the automation, trigger the event or condition that should initiate the notification. Check Microsoft Teams to ensure that the message is sent and received correctly.

4. Enable the Automation:

• Once you have successfully tested the automation and are confident in its functionality, you can enable it in your FortiGate configuration.

5. Monitoring and Fine-Tuning:

• Regularly monitor the automation to ensure that it continues to work as expected. If needed, you can make adjustments to the script or action to meet changing requirements or address any issues that may arise.

By following these detailed steps, you can set up a robust automation system within FortiGate to send Microsoft Teams notifications whenever specific events occur, helping you stay informed about critical network and security events in real-time.

Hello everyone in this video i will configure traffic shaping and session limit for my test web server , By enforcing session limits, you can prevent a single client or a group of clients from establishing an excessive number of connections, thus reducing the impact of DDoS attacks, also Web servers have finite resources, including CPU, memory, and network bandwidth.

Allowing too many concurrent sessions can lead to resource exhaustion, resulting in degraded performance or even server crashes. The FortiGate Traffic Shaper is a feature within the Fortinet FortiGate firewall platform that allows you to control and manage network traffic by applying quality of service (QoS) policies. The Traffic Shaper provides a set of tools to shape, control, and monitor network traffic based on predefined policies and rules.

1. Log into the FortiGate Web Interface:

• Open a web browser and enter the IP address of your FortiGate device.
• Log in with administrator credentials.

2. Navigate to Security Policies:

• In the FortiGate web interface, go to “Policy & Objects” or a similar section, depending on your FortiGate’s firmware version.

3. Create or Edit a Security Policy:

• You can either create a new security policy or edit an existing one. A security policy defines the rules for traffic passing through the firewall.

4. Configure the Session Limits:

a. General Settings: – In the security policy configuration, you’ll find an option to set session limits. Look for a section labeled “Session Options” or similar.

b. Select Session Limit Type: – Choose the appropriate session limit type based on your requirements: – Limit: Sets a maximum limit on the total number of concurrent sessions allowed for this policy. – Per-User Limit: Sets a session limit per user, which is useful in user-based authentication scenarios. – Per-IP Limit: Sets a session limit per source IP address.

c. Configure Limit Value: – Specify the numeric value for the session limit. For example, if you chose “Limit” and set the value to 100, this policy would allow a maximum of 100 concurrent sessions.

d. Define Action on Limit: – Choose what should happen when the session limit is reached. Common actions include: – Accept: Continue accepting new sessions, ignoring the limit. – Drop: Reject new sessions once the limit is reached. – Log: Log information about sessions that exceed the limit. – Rate Limit: Throttle the rate of new sessions when the limit is reached.

e. Idle Timeout and Session Timeout: – These settings help manage session duration: – Idle Timeout: Set the maximum time a session can remain idle (no traffic) before it’s terminated. This prevents stale connections from consuming resources. – Session Timeout: Define the maximum duration a session can last before being terminated, regardless of activity.

f. Advanced Session Options (Optional): – Depending on your FortiGate firmware version and specific requirements, you may have additional session-related options to configure. These could include session helpers for specific protocols or advanced settings for more granular control over session behavior.

5. Save and Apply the Configuration:

• Once you’ve configured the session limits according to your requirements, save the changes and apply the updated security policy.

6. Testing and Monitoring:

• Thoroughly test your firewall rules and session limits to ensure they align with your network’s security and performance needs.
• Monitor firewall logs and session statistics to track how the session limits are being enforced and whether any adjustments are needed.

Please note that the exact steps and terminology may vary depending on your FortiGate firmware version. Consult the official Fortinet documentation or seek assistance from Fortinet support for version-specific details or advanced configurations. Additionally, it’s important to regularly review and update your security policies to adapt to changing network requirements and threats.

Hello everyone , in this video I will show you how can migrate Websites in IIS from one server to another servers with all required components by using Web Deploy tools. Let me describe Web Deploy Tools: Web Deploy (also known as MSDeploy) in IIS refers to a technology developed by Microsoft that enables seamless deployment, migration, and synchronization of web applications, websites, and web server configurations across IIS servers. It streamlines the process of exporting and importing IIS configurations and content, making it easier to move web applications between different servers or environments. Web Deploy provides a set of tools and utilities that allow you to Export IIS Configuration and Content, You can use Web Deploy to create a deployment package that includes not only the web application’s files but also the IIS server’s configuration settings. This package captures everything needed for the application to run correctly on another server. Second provided option is  Import and Deploy, On the target server, you can use the same Web Deploy tool to install the application and its associated configurations using the deployment package. This process ensures that the target server’s IIS configuration matches the source server’s configuration. Also you can use Web Deploy to synchronize changes between a source and target server. For example, if you’ve made updates to a web application on your development server, you can use Web Deploy to sync those changes to your staging or production server.

Step 1: Installing Web Deploy

1. Download Web Deploy:
   • Visit the Microsoft Web Deploy download page.
   • Choose the appropriate version of Web Deploy for your operating system and click “Download.”
2. Install Web Deploy:
   • Run the downloaded installer with administrative privileges (right-click and choose “Run as administrator”).
   • Follow the installation wizard:
     • Accept the license terms.
     • Choose the installation location (you can leave it as the default).
     • Select the components to install. Make sure to select at least the following:
       • Web Deployment Tool
       • IIS Deployment Handler
       • Management Service Delegation UI
     • Click “Install” to begin the installation.

Step 2: Configuring IIS for Web Deploy

1. Open IIS Manager:
   • Press Win + R, type inetmgr, and press Enter to open the Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager.
2. Enable Management Service:
   • In IIS Manager, select your server node (usually the top node in the Connections pane on the left).
3. Double-Click on “Management Service” under the “Management” section in the middle pane.
4. Configure Management Service:
   • Check the “Enable remote connections” checkbox to allow remote management of the IIS server.
   • Set the “Start Type” to “Automatic” to ensure the service starts automatically with Windows.
   • Specify a unique port for the management service (default is 8172).
   • You can also configure other settings like SSL and client certificates if needed.
5. Configure Permissions:
   • Under “Management Service Delegation,” you can configure permissions for various users and roles. Click “Add User…” to specify the users or groups that should have permission to deploy websites.
6. Apply Changes:
   • Click the “Apply” button to save your configuration.

Step 3: Exporting and Importing Websites with Application Pools

Now that Web Deploy is installed and IIS is configured, you can use Web Deploy to export and import websites with application pools.

Export a Website:

1. Open a Command Prompt:
   • Press Win + X and choose “Command Prompt (Admin)” to open a command prompt with administrative privileges.
2. Run the Export Command:
   • Use the msdeploy command to export a website. Replace placeholders with actual values:
   bashCopy codemsdeploy -verb:sync -source:webServer,computerName=<ServerName>,userName=<Username>,password=<Password> -dest:package=<PathToPackage.zip> -enableRule:AppPoolExtension
   • <ServerName>: Replace with the server name or IP address.
   • <Username> and <Password>: Replace with the credentials of an account with sufficient permissions.
   • <PathToPackage.zip>: Specify the path where you want to save the exported package.

Import a Website:

1. Open a Command Prompt:
   • Open a command prompt with administrative privileges.
2. Run the Import Command:
   • Use the msdeploy command to import a website. Replace placeholders with actual values:
   bashCopy codemsdeploy -verb:sync -source:package=<PathToPackage.zip>,includeAcls=“False” -dest:webServer,computerName=<ServerName>,userName=<Username>,password=<Password>
   • <PathToPackage.zip>: Specify the path to the package you want to import.
   • <ServerName>: Replace with the server name or IP address.
   • <Username> and <Password>: Replace with the credentials of an account with sufficient permissions.
3. Execute the Command:
   • Execute the command, and the website with its associated application pool will be imported to the target server.

By following these detailed steps, you should be able to successfully install Web Deploy, configure IIS for remote management, and perform website export and import operations with application pools. Always exercise caution when making changes to production servers and ensure you have backups in place.

Hello every one , in this video I will show you how can convert your certificate and key file to pfx format and also how to import that pfx in IIS webserver . as you know import pfx ssl certificate is easiest way to import in IIS.

Acquire an SSL Certificate:

• You can obtain an SSL certificate from a trusted Certificate Authority (CA) or through a third-party provider.
• Alternatively, you can create a self-signed certificate for testing purposes, but it won’t be trusted by browsers.

2. Generate a PFX File:

• Once you have the SSL certificate, you need to generate a PFX (Personal Information Exchange) file. This file will contain both the certificate and the private key.

Using OpenSSL (for Windows):

• Download and install OpenSSL for Windows if you don’t have it already.
• Open a command prompt and navigate to the OpenSSL bin directory.
• Run the following command to generate a PFX file:

openssl pkcs12 -export -out yourdomain.pfx -inkey yourdomain.key -in yourdomain.crt

• Replace yourdomain.pfx, yourdomain.key, and yourdomain.crt with your actual file names.

3. Install the SSL Certificate in IIS:

• Open the IIS Manager:
  • Press Win + R, type inetmgr, and press Enter.
• In the left-hand Connections pane, select your server node.
• In the right-hand Actions pane, click on “Server Certificates.”

For a Self-Signed Certificate:

• Click “Create Self-Signed Certificate” on the right-hand side.
• Follow the wizard, providing a friendly name for the certificate.

For a Commercial Certificate:

• Click “Import” and follow the wizard, selecting the PFX file you generated.
• Enter the PFX password when prompted.

4. Bind the SSL Certificate to a Website:

• In the IIS Manager, expand the Sites node in the Connections pane.
• Select the website you want to secure with HTTPS.
• In the right-hand Actions pane, click on “Bindings.”
• Click “Add” to add a new binding.
• Set the type to “https” and select the SSL certificate you installed earlier.
• Choose an appropriate IP address and port (usually 443).
• Click OK to save the binding.

5. Configure HTTPS in IIS:

• Make sure the URL Rewrite module is installed in IIS. You can download it if needed.
• In your website settings, go to the “SSL Settings.”
• Check the box that says “Require SSL” to force HTTPS.

6. Test the Configuration:

• Open a web browser and enter your site’s URL with “https://” (e.g., https://yourdomain.com).
• Ensure that the connection is secure and that your SSL certificate is valid.

By following these steps, you’ll generate a PFX file, install an SSL certificate in IIS, and configure HTTPS for your website. This will help secure the data transmitted between the client and your web server.

Hello everyone, today I am going to show you how to automatically back up your FortiGate configuration. As you know, backing up the configuration is crucial for every network engineer. Sometimes, network engineers forget to download backups of their configurations. If you follow along with me in this video, your firewall configuration will be automatically backed up every day. Additionally, every time an admin user logs in to the FortiGate, it will also generate the configuration and upload it to SFTP.

Step 1: Access the FortiGate Web Interface

1. Open a web browser and enter the IP address or hostname of your FortiGate device to access its web interface.

Step 2: Log in 2. Log in to the FortiGate web interface with administrative credentials.

Step 3: Configure the SFTP Server

a. Navigate to System > Config > Features. b. Locate the “Backup” section and ensure that “Enable SFTP” is enabled. This allows the FortiGate device to communicate with the SFTP server for backup purposes.

Step 4: Create a Backup Profile

a. Go to System > Admin > Settings. b. Under Backup, you’ll find the “Backup Profiles” section. Click on the “Create New” button to create a new backup profile.

Step 5: Configure the Backup Profile

a. In the “Create New Backup Profile” window, provide a descriptive name for the profile. This name will help you identify the backup profile later. b. Select the frequency at which you want backups to occur. You can choose from options like daily, weekly, or monthly. c. Specify the time of day when the backup should be initiated. Choose a time that is convenient and doesn’t disrupt your network operations. d. Under the “Backup Location” section, select “SFTP Server” as the backup destination.

Step 6: Configure SFTP Server Settings

a. After selecting “SFTP Server,” you’ll need to enter the following details for your SFTP server: – Server IP Address or Hostname: This is the address of your SFTP server where backups will be sent. – Port: Typically, SFTP uses port 22, but ensure it matches your SFTP server’s configuration. – Username: Provide the SFTP username for authentication. – Password: Enter the password associated with the SFTP username. – Directory: Specify the directory on the SFTP server where you want to store the FortiGate backups.

Step 7: Schedule the Backup

a. After configuring the SFTP server settings, go to System > Config > Backup. b. Click on “Create New” to create a new backup schedule. c. In the “Create New Backup Schedule” window: – Select the backup profile you created in the previous step from the dropdown menu. – Choose the days of the week for backups (for weekly backups) or the day of the month (for monthly backups).

Step 8: Review and Apply Configuration

a. Review your backup configuration to ensure that all settings are accurate and complete. b. Click “Apply” or “OK” to save and apply the changes.

With these detailed steps, your FortiGate device is now configured to automatically back up its configuration to the specified SFTP server at the scheduled time and frequency you defined. Regularly verify the backups to ensure they are functioning correctly and provide a reliable safeguard for your firewall’s settings.

Hello everyone , in this video I will describe and configure vlan on hp switch and assign vlans to ports as access and trunk. In HP (Hewlett-Packard) networking switches, “tagged” and “untagged” are terms commonly used to describe how VLANs (Virtual LANs) are handled on switch ports. Tagged ports are used to carry traffic for multiple VLANs simultaneously. These ports are typically used to interconnect switches or to connect devices that need to communicate with multiple VLANs. Tagged ports are also known as “trunk” ports in Cisco networking terminology. Untagged ports are used to connect end-user devices, such as computers, printers, or IP phones, to the network. Each untagged port is associated with a specific VLAN. Untagged ports are also known as “access” ports in cisco networking terminology.

Tagged Ports (Trunk Ports): Tagged ports are used to interconnect switches, routers, or other networking devices and carry traffic for multiple VLANs. They are configured with additional information called VLAN tags, which helps identify which VLAN each Ethernet frame belongs to. Here are the key details:

• Port Configuration: To configure a port as tagged (trunk), you typically need to access the switch’s command-line interface or web-based management interface.

In Cisco devices, you might use commands like:

interface GigabitEthernet0/1

switchport mode trunk

switchport trunk allowed vlan 10,20,30

switchport trunk native vlan 10

In HP/Aruba switches, you might use commands like:

vlan 10

tagged 1-48

• VLAN Membership: You specify which VLANs can traverse the tagged port using the “switchport trunk allowed vlan” (Cisco) or “tagged” (HP/Aruba) command. In the example above, VLANs 10, 20, and 30 are allowed to traverse the trunk port.
• Native VLAN: The native VLAN is used for untagged frames on a tagged port. In the Cisco example, VLAN 10 is the native VLAN. Any untagged traffic entering the port is treated as part of this VLAN.

Untagged Ports (Access Ports): Untagged ports are used to connect end-user devices, such as computers, phones, or printers, to the network. They are associated with a single VLAN, and traffic on these ports is not tagged with VLAN information. Here are the key details:

• Port Configuration: To configure a port as untagged (access), you typically follow a similar process as configuring tagged ports through the switch’s management interface or CLI.

In Cisco devices, you might use commands like:

interface FastEthernet0/1

switchport mode access

switchport access vlan 10

In HP/Aruba switches, you might use commands like:

• VLAN Assignment: You specify which VLAN the port is associated with using the “switchport access vlan” (Cisco) or “untagged” (HP/Aruba) command. In the examples above, the port is assigned to VLAN 10.

Use Cases:

• Tagged Ports: Tagged ports are used for scenarios where you need to carry traffic for multiple VLANs between network devices. Common use cases include connecting switches together, connecting to routers that perform inter-VLAN routing, and connecting to virtualization hosts where multiple virtual networks exist.
• Untagged Ports: Untagged ports are used to connect end devices to the network. For example, a computer in a specific department would connect to an untagged port in that department’s VLAN, ensuring that all its traffic is part of that VLAN.

In summary, configuring tagged and untagged ports correctly is crucial for effective VLAN management. Tagged ports allow traffic from multiple VLANs to traverse a single physical link, while untagged ports connect end devices to a specific VLAN. This segmentation helps in maintaining network security, optimizing traffic flow, and organizing network resources.

Hello everyone , in this video I am going to install and configure vmware vsphere replication , by using this tools you can replicate virtual machines disks from one one datastore to another datastore. For example you can replicate your disks to disaster center datastore and if your server gets down you can bring up or restore your virtual machine in your disaster center in some seconds ,

Prerequisites:

Before you begin, make sure you have the following prerequisites in place:

1. VMware Infrastructure: You should have a VMware vSphere environment set up with at least two vCenter Servers or ESXi hosts that you want to replicate VMs between.
2. Network Connectivity: Ensure that there is proper network connectivity between the source and target vSphere environments. This includes firewalls, routers, and other networking components.
3. vSphere Replication Appliance: Download the vSphere Replication appliance OVA file from the VMware website or portal.
4. Licensing: Ensure that you have the necessary licensing for vSphere Replication. It’s typically included with VMware’s vSphere Essentials Plus and higher editions.

Installation and Configuration:

Follow these steps to install and configure VMware vSphere Replication:

1. Deploy vSphere Replication Appliance:
   • Log in to the vCenter Server where you want to deploy the vSphere Replication Appliance.
   • From the vCenter Web Client, select “Hosts and Clusters.”
   • Right-click on a host or cluster and select “Deploy OVF Template.”
   • Browse to the location of the vSphere Replication Appliance OVA file and follow the deployment wizard, specifying network settings, deployment size, and other necessary configurations.
2. Configure vSphere Replication Appliance:
   • After deploying the appliance, power it on and access the web-based management interface by entering its IP address in a web browser.
   • Log in with the default credentials (admin/vcdr).
3. Pair vSphere Replication Appliances:
   • In the vSphere Replication management interface, select the “Configuration” tab.
   • Under “VR Servers,” click on “Add VR Server” to add the remote vSphere Replication Appliance. This pairs the appliances from the source and target sites.
4. Create Replication VMs:
   • In the vSphere Web Client, navigate to the VM you want to replicate.
   • Right-click on the VM, select “All vSphere Replication Actions,” and then choose “Configure Replication.”
   • Follow the wizard to configure replication settings, including the target location, RPO (Recovery Point Objective), and other options.
5. Monitor and Manage Replications:
   • In the vSphere Replication management interface, you can monitor and manage replication jobs.
   • You can perform actions like starting, stopping, or deleting replications, monitoring replication status, and configuring email notifications for replication events.
6. Failover and Recovery:
   • In the event of a disaster or for planned migrations, you can initiate a failover to the replicated VMs in the target site.
7. Testing and Validation:
   • It’s crucial to periodically test and validate your replication setup to ensure it meets your recovery objectives.
8. Documentation and Best Practices:
   • Consult VMware’s documentation and best practices guides for vSphere Replication to optimize your setup and ensure data integrity.

Hello everyone, in this video I am going to install mikrotik router os on hyper-v and after that I will be configure routerOS to provide internet access for clients by configuring dhcp server , create a nat rule , setup pptp vpn server. Ok lets start

1. Hardware Requirements:
   • MikroTik router device (such as a MikroTik RouterBOARD)
   • Ethernet cables
   • Computer with an Ethernet port
   • Power source for the router
2. Initial Setup:
   • Connect the MikroTik router to a power source and to your computer using an Ethernet cable. The router usually has a default IP address for the initial configuration, such as 192.168.88.1. Ensure that your computer is set to obtain an IP address automatically through DHCP.
3. Access the Router:
   • Open a web browser on your computer and enter the default IP address of the MikroTik router in the address bar (e.g., http://192.168.88.1).
   • You should see the MikroTik login page. The default username is “admin,” and there is no password by default. It is crucial to change the default password during the initial setup for security reasons.
4. Basic Configuration:
   • Once logged in, you can start configuring the router. Here are some basic configurations:
     • Set a strong password for the “admin” user.
     • Set the router’s hostname.
     • Configure the time zone.
     • Set the DNS servers.
5. LAN Configuration:
   • Configure the LAN (Local Area Network) settings, including the IP address and subnet mask for the router’s LAN interface.
   • You can create DHCP server pools to assign IP addresses to devices on your local network automatically.
6. WAN Configuration:
   • Configure the WAN (Wide Area Network) interface, which could be connected to your internet service provider (ISP). This often involves configuring the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS servers provided by your ISP.
   • Set up NAT (Network Address Translation) if you have multiple devices on your LAN and want them to share a single public IP address.
7. Firewall Configuration:
   • Create firewall rules to control incoming and outgoing traffic. MikroTik routers have a powerful firewall system that allows you to filter and control traffic based on various criteria.
8. Security and Access Control:
   • Configure access control lists (ACLs) to restrict or allow specific traffic.
   • Enable SSH or secure Winbox access for remote management and disable insecure services like Telnet.
9. Additional Features:
   • Depending on your needs, you can configure various additional features such as VPNs, VLANs, QoS (Quality of Service), routing protocols, and more.
10. Save and Backup Configuration:
    • After configuring your MikroTik router, make sure to save your configuration settings and create regular backups. This can be done through the router’s web interface.
11. Testing:
    • Test your network to ensure everything is working as expected. Check internet connectivity, LAN connectivity, and any specific services or features you’ve configured.
12. Documentation:
    • Keep thorough documentation of your MikroTik router’s configuration, including any changes you make over time. This will be helpful for troubleshooting and future reference.

Traffic shaping is a method of optimizing network traffic by prioritizing different types of traffic according to their importance. FortiGate firewall offers a traffic shaping feature that can be used to prioritize traffic, limit bandwidth usage, and control network congestion. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to configure traffic shaping on FortiGate firewall.

1. Log in to the FortiGate Web Interface:

• Open a web browser and enter the IP address of your FortiGate firewall.
• Log in with the appropriate credentials.

2. Define Traffic Shaping Policy:

• Navigate to the “Policy & Objects” tab.
• Click on “Traffic Shaper” to access the Traffic Shaping policies.

3. Create a New Traffic Shaping Policy:

• Click the “+ Create New” button to create a new policy.
• Give your policy a name and optionally add a comment for reference.

4. Set Traffic Shaping Parameters:

• In the “Guaranteed Bandwidth” section, specify the minimum guaranteed bandwidth (in Kbps or Mbps) for the traffic you want to shape. This is the minimum speed that will be allocated to the traffic matching this policy.
• In the “Maximum Bandwidth” section, set the maximum bandwidth (in Kbps or Mbps) that the traffic can use.
• You can also configure a burst rate and burst time if needed. Burst rate allows traffic to exceed the defined limits for a short period if there’s available bandwidth.

5. Define Traffic Matching Criteria:

• In the “Matching Criteria” section, specify the criteria for matching traffic to this policy. You can configure this based on source and destination IP addresses, ports, services, etc.
• Click the “+” icon to add multiple conditions if necessary.

6. Enable the Policy:

• In the “Actions” section, set the action to “Apply Shaper” to enable traffic shaping for the matched traffic.
• Click “OK” to save the policy.

7. Apply Traffic Shaping Policy to Firewall Policy:

• After creating the traffic shaping policy, you need to apply it to a firewall policy.
• Go to the “Policy & Objects” tab and click on “Firewall Policy.”
• Edit an existing policy or create a new one, and in the “Traffic Shaping” section, select the traffic shaping policy you created earlier from the dropdown menu.

8. Monitor Traffic Shaping:

• You can monitor the traffic shaping policies in action by going to the “Monitor” tab and selecting “Traffic Shaping Monitor.” Here, you can see statistics and real-time information on the traffic matching your policies.

9. Test and Fine-Tune:

• After configuring traffic shaping, it’s essential to monitor network performance and adjust policies as needed to ensure your network operates efficiently and as intended.

10. Save and Apply Changes:

• Don’t forget to save your changes and apply the configuration for it to take effect.

Remember that traffic shaping should be used judiciously, as improper configuration can negatively impact network performance. It’s essential to understand your network’s traffic patterns and prioritize traffic accordingly to achieve your desired outcomes with traffic shaping on a FortiGate firewall.

A captive portal is a web page that is presented to users when they attempt to connect to a network. Captive portals are commonly used in public Wi-Fi hotspots, hotels, and other places where the network owner wants to control the access to the network. FortiGate firewall offers a captive portal feature that can be used to authenticate users and control network access. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to configure captive portal on FortiGate firewall.

1. Log in to the FortiGate Web Interface:

• Open a web browser and enter the IP address of your FortiGate device.
• Log in using your administrative credentials.

2. Configure Network Interfaces:

• Ensure that you have configured your network interfaces correctly. You should have at least two interfaces: one for the unauthenticated guest network and another for the trusted network.

3. Create a User Group:

• Before setting up the captive portal, create a user group that will contain the users allowed to access the network through the captive portal.
  • Go to “User & Device” > “User Groups” and click “Create New.”
  • Define the group’s name and add users to it if needed.

4. Create a Security Policy:

• You need to create a security policy to control traffic between the unauthenticated network and the trusted network.
  • Go to “Policy & Objects” > “IPv4 Policy” and click “Create New.”
  • Configure the source interface, source address (unauthenticated network), destination interface, and destination address (trusted network).
  • Set the “Action” to “Captive Portal.”

5. Configure Captive Portal:

• Now, you need to set up the captive portal itself.
  • Go to “Security Fabric” > “Captive Portal” and click “Create New.”
  • Enter a name for the captive portal.

6. Configure Authentication Settings:

• Under the “Authentication” tab:
  • Select the user group you created earlier.
  • Choose the authentication method (usually, you’d use “Local Database” for basic username and password authentication).
  • Set the authentication timeout.
  • Customize the authentication message if desired.

7. Configure Authentication Portal Settings:

• Under the “Authentication Portal” tab:
  • Define the portal message and login message.
  • Customize the look and feel of the portal page, including logos and background images.

8. Configure Redirect Settings:

• Under the “Redirect” tab:
  • Specify the redirection type. Typically, you’d use “External Web Page” to direct users to a terms and conditions page or login page hosted externally.

9. Create a Firewall Policy for Redirect:

• Create a firewall policy to redirect traffic to the captive portal.
  • Go to “Policy & Objects” > “IPv4 Policy” and click “Create New.”
  • Set the source and destination interfaces and addresses.
  • Set the action to “SSL-VPN” and choose the captive portal you created earlier as the SSL-VPN portal.

10. Configure DNS and Web Filtering: – You may want to configure DNS and web filtering policies to control access for authenticated users.

11. Test the Captive Portal: – To test the captive portal, connect a device to the unauthenticated network and attempt to access the internet. You should be redirected to the captive portal login page.

12. Monitor and Troubleshoot: – Continuously monitor the captive portal for user activity and any issues that may arise. Check logs and statistics for troubleshooting.

Remember that this is a high-level overview of the FortiGate captive portal configuration process. Depending on your specific requirements and network setup, there may be additional configuration options and steps needed to meet your needs. Always refer to the FortiGate documentation and consult with Fortinet support if you encounter any difficulties or require advanced features.