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Our Recommendation:
Mid Range Fortigate Series (80f - 100G)
As a Certified Fortinet Gold Partner, we offer more than hardware.
Get tailored security solutions, expert deployment, ongoing support, and competitive partner pricing on FortiGate — often providing better value than buying direct.
We ensure you get the right protection, efficiently and cost-effectively.
| Model | MSRP (CAD) |
|---|---|
| FortiGate 80F | $2,187.90 |
| FortiGate 90G | $3,074.50 |
| FortiGate 100F | $3,861.00 |
As a FORTINET Gold Partner BALANCED+ is able
to provide special pricing through volume discounts
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Why the Mid Range Series is Right For You
Enterprise Security
Protect your network from viruses, malware, intrusions, and risky web content with integrated Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) features, backed by Fortinet's industry-leading FortiGuard Labs threat intelligence.
Strong Performance
Handle increased traffic from more users and demanding applications with significantly higher throughput and processing power compared to entry-level models, ensuring smooth business operations thanks to efficient hardware acceleration.
Simple Management
Easily configure and manage more sophisticated security policies through the intuitive FortiOS operating system via a clear web console or streamline operations across multiple devices with optional centralized management (FortiManager).
Security Fabric Ready
Integrate your firewall seamlessly with other Fortinet solutions (like FortiSwitch and FortiAP) for unified visibility, automated threat response, and consistent security posture across your entire network infrastructure via the Fortinet Security Fabric.
Forti-Wifi Comparison Table
| Feature | FortiGate 80F | FortiGate 90G | FortiGate 100F |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firewall Throughput (Gbps) | 10 | 28 | 20 |
| NGFW Throughput (Gbps) | 1 | 2.5 | 1.6 |
| Threat Protection Throughput (Gbps) | 0.9 | 2.2 | 1 |
| IPS Throughput (Gbps) | 1.4 | 4.5 | 2.6 |
| Application Control (Gbps) | 1.8 | 6.7 | 2.2 |
| Firewall Latency (64 byte UDP µs) | 3.23 | 3.23 | 4.97 |
| Firewall Throughput (Mpps) | 10.5 | 41.85 | 15 |
| CAPWAP Throughput (Gbps) | 9 | 23.6 | 15 |
| Feature | FortiGate 80F | FortiGate 90G | FortiGate 100F |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPsec VPN Throughput (Gbps) | 6.5 | 25 | 11.5 |
| SSL-VPN Throughput | 950 Mbps | 1.4 Gbps | 1 Gbps |
| SSL Inspection Throughput (Gbps) | 0.715 | 2.6 | 1 |
| SSL Inspection CPS | 700 | 1400 | 1800 |
| SSL Inspection Concurrent Session (K) | 100 | 300 | 135 |
| Feature | FortiGate 80F | FortiGate 90G | FortiGate 100F |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concurrent Sessions (TCP) | 1.5 M | 1.5 M | 1.5 M |
| New Sessions/Sec (TCP) | 45 K | 124 K | 56 K |
| Firewall Policies | 5,000 | 5,000 | 10,000 |
| Gateway-to-Gateway VPN Tunnels | 200 | 200 | 2,000 |
| Client-to-Gateway VPN Tunnels | 2,500 | 2,500 | 16,000 |
| Concurrent SSL-VPN Users (Max) | 200 | 200 | 500 |
| Virtual Domains (Default / Max) | 10 / 10 | 10 / 10 | 10 / 10 |
| Max FortiSwitches | 16 | 24 | 32 |
| Max FortiAPs (Total / Tunnel) | 96 / 48 | 96 / 48 | 128 / 64 |
| Feature | FortiGate 80F | FortiGate 90G | FortiGate 100F |
|---|---|---|---|
| GE RJ45 Ports | 8 (+2 Shared) | 8 | 12 (+1 Mgt, 2 HA, 1 DMZ, 4 Shared) |
| GE SFP Slots | 2 (Shared) | 2 (Shared 10G) | 4 (+4 Shared) |
| 10GE SFP+ Slots | 0 | 2 (Shared) | 2 (FortiLink) |
| USB Ports | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Console Port (RJ45) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Internal Storage | Optional (81F) | Optional (91G) | Optional (101F - 480GB SSD) |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop | 1U Rackmount |
Performance values are maximums and vary by configuration. Shared ports indicate ports that share connectivity between RJ45 and SFP/SFP+.
Proven Fortinet Results Delivered by BALANCED+
99.8%
Average Threat Block Rate Increase
45%
Avg. Network Performance Boost
150
Successful Fortinet Deployments
60%
Faster Security Incident Response
We tailor Fortinet solutions to deliver tangible security improvements and measurable performance outcomes for businesses throughout North America
| Firewall Throughput (Gbps) | 10 | 28 | 20 |
| NGFW Throughput (Gbps) | 1 | 2.5 | 1.6 |
| Threat Protection Throughput (Gbps) | 0.9 | 2.2 | 1 |
| IPS Throughput (Gbps) | 1.4 | 4.5 | 2.6 |
| Application Control (Gbps) | 1.8 | 6.7 | 2.2 |
| Firewall Latency (64 byte UDP µs) | 3.23 | 3.23 | 4.97 |
| Firewall Throughput (Mpps) | 10.5 | 41.85 | 15 |
| CAPWAP Throughput (Gbps) | 9 | 23.6 | 15 |
| IPsec VPN Throughput (Gbps) | 6.5 | 25 | 11.5 |
| SSL-VPN Throughput | 950 Mbps | 1.4 Gbps | 1 Gbps |
| SSL Inspection Throughput (Gbps) | 0.715 | 2.6 | 1 |
| SSL Inspection CPS | 700 | 1400 | 1800 |
| SSL Inspection Concurrent Session (K) | 100 | 300 | 135 |
| Concurrent Sessions (TCP) | 1.5 M | 1.5 M | 1.5 M |
| New Sessions/Sec (TCP) | 45 K | 124 K | 56 K |
| Firewall Policies | 5,000 | 5,000 | 10,000 |
| Gateway-to-Gateway VPN Tunnels | 200 | 200 | 2,000 |
| Client-to-Gateway VPN Tunnels | 2,500 | 2,500 | 16,000 |
| Concurrent SSL-VPN Users (Max) | 200 | 200 | 500 |
| Virtual Domains (Default/Max) | 10 / 10 | 10 / 10 | 10 / 10 |
| Max FortiAPs (Total/Tunnel) | 96 / 48 | 96 / 48 | 128 / 64 |
| Max FortiSwitches | 16 | 24 | 32 |
| GE RJ45 Ports | 8 (+2 Shared) | 8 | 12 (+1 Mgt, 2 HA, 1 DMZ, 4 Shared) |
| GE SFP Slots | 2 (Shared) | 2 (Shared 10G) | 4 (+4 Shared) |
| 10GE SFP+ Slots | 0 | 2 (Shared) | 2 (FortiLink) |
| Internal Storage | Optional (81F) | Optional (91G) | Optional (101F - 480GB SSD) |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop | 1U Rackmount |
Performance values are maximums and vary by configuration.
Expert Fortinet Deployment, Management & Optimization
BALANCED+ Handles It All For You
Selecting the right FortiGate is just the first step. Balanced+ ensures your investment delivers maximum protection and value through certified deployment, configuration tailored to your specific environment, and proactive ongoing management.
Certified Configuration: Expert setup tailored precisely to your business needs and security policies.
Proactive Management: Ongoing monitoring and optimization for peak performance and threat response.
Dedicated Expert Support: Priority access to certified Fortinet specialists for troubleshooting and ongoing assistance.
25%
Avg. Improvement in Security Efficiency
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