FortiClient
FortiClient proactively defends against advanced attacks. Its tight integration with the Security Fabric enables policy-based automation to contain threats and control outbreaks. FortiClient is compatible with Fabric-Ready partners to further strengthen enterprises’ security posture.
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Description
This article describes how to download an evaluation copy of FortiClient and FortiClient Mobile, and how to obtain a valid licence. FortiClient Mobile offers a range of security capabilities designed to protect smartphones based on the Windows Mobile or Symbian platforms.

Scope
FortiClient users.

Solution
There are two ways to obtain an evaluation copy of FortiClient.

Option 1.

If you have a registered Fortinet product then you can login to the Fortinet support portal and select Download > Firmware Images. Select FortiClient from the product drop down menu.

The portal will then show the latest available patches per MR or GA release:

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To obtain the latest client version select the FortiClient download list to be redirected to the download site:
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From the download list it is possible to select the version and the release of the product that you wish to download.  Use the HTTPS link to start the download:
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Example

To download a 32-bit standard installer windows for the latest 5.2.3 patch, then from the above diagram one would select Windows, then v5.00 then v5.2 and then enter the 5.2.3 sub directory and select the file FortiClientSetup_5.2.3.0633.exe.

NB Please read the readme_1st.txt  for more complete explanations on .zip .exe packages and their purpose furthermore if you are using 64 bit Windows then you will need to download a standard installer or package terminating in x64.exe or x64.zip

Once you have downloaded the appropriate package run the install on your PC. The FortiClient will be in evaluation mode for 90 days.

Once the trial is over,  contact your Fortinet reseller for an extension and purchase. If you have any questions, contact Fortinet Technical Support.

Note: Reinstalling FortiClient will NOT give you another 90 days of free AV updates or web filtering functionality or Anti spam functionality.

Option 2.

If you are not a registered Fortinet customer you can request a product trial at www.Fortinet.com, and go to Products > Endpoint & Mobility > Download FortiClient Application.  Alternatively, downloads are available at www.FortiClient.com.

Once you have downloaded the appropriate package run the install on your PC. The FortiClient will be in evaluation mode for 90 days.

Once the trial is over,  contact your Fortinet reseller for an extension and purchase. If you have any questions, contact Fortinet Technical Support.

Note: Reinstalling FortiClient will NOT give you another 90 days of free AV updates or web filtering functionality or Anti spam functionality.

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