For full production functionality, you must purchase a FortiGate-VM subscription or perpetual license and upload the .lic file directly via the GUI dashboard.
The FortiGate VM includes a that activates as soon as the VM is powered on for the first time. This trial license has limited features and capacity.
sudo cp fgt-vm64-kvm-v7.2.3.f-build1262-fortinet.out.kvm.qcow2 /var/lib/libvirt/images/fortigate-v7.2.3.qcow2 Use code with caution. 2. Create the Virtual Machine For full production functionality, you must purchase a
If you need this image for legitimate testing or production use:
The extracted .qcow2 file can be deployed across various open-source hypervisors and network simulation environments. Option A: Deployment via Proxmox VE (PVE) sudo cp fgt-vm64-kvm-v7
Better integration with FortiAnalyzer and FortiManager for centralized management and logging.
: Click on the download link. Depending on your internet connection and the server's bandwidth, this might take a few minutes. Option A: Deployment via Proxmox VE (PVE) Better
The file serves a niche but important role. It is a snapshot of FortiOS from a specific point in time (late 2022).
After deployment, you must apply a license file obtained from the Fortinet Support Portal to unlock full functionality.