FortiGate
FortiGate Next Generation Firewall utilizes purpose-built security processors and threat intelligence security services from FortiGuard labs to deliver top-rated protection and high performance, including encrypted traffic.
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Description

 

This article describes that bydefault, all FortiGates support a maximum of 10 virtual domains (VDOMs) except the FortiGate-30B.

On high-end FortiGate models, it is possible to increase the number of VDOMs to 25, 50, 100, 250, or 500 by purchasing a license key from Fortinet.

 

Scope

 

FortiGate: model 3000 or higher (FortiGate-1240B supports 25 VDOMs).

FortiOS firmware - version 3.0 and higher.

 

Solution

 

To obtain a VDOM license key:

Record the FortiGate serial number. It is possible to find the serial number in the web-based manager on the System Status page.
Login on the Fortinet Support website, and use the serial number of the registered FortiGate to purchase a license key for 25, 50, 100, 250, or 500 VDOMs.


- When the license key is received, go to System -> Maintenance -> License on the FortiGate.
- In the License Key field, enter the 32-character license key you received from Fortinet.
- Select Apply.


Since the release of FortiOS 5.2, upgrading VDOM licenses no longer requires a system reboot.
To verify the VDOM license was upgraded, go to the System Status page under License Information to confirm VDOMs Allowed is now the upgraded license number.

 

Note.

When configuring 250 or more VDOMs, it is possible to experience performance issues.


Related Article:

Performance issues with 250 or more VDOMs configured