In today’s digital landscape, small offices and remote branches face the same sophisticated cyber threats as large corporations, but often without the luxury of a dedicated IT department. Enter the Fortinet FortiGate-30G (FG-30G)—a compact, powerful Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) designed to provide elite security, high-speed connectivity, and simplified management for the SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) market.
The FG-30G isn’t just a router; it’s a comprehensive security powerhouse.2 Built on Fortinet’s patented ASIC-based architecture, it delivers performance that traditional CPU-based firewalls simply can't match, all while consuming significantly less power.
Despite its desktop size, the 30G packs a punch. It is engineered to handle high-speed internet connections without becoming a bottleneck.
Firewall Throughput: Up to 4 Gbps
IPsec VPN Throughput: 3.5 Gbps (Ideal for secure remote work)
Threat Protection: 500 Mbps (Including antivirus and intrusion prevention)
The FG-30G works in tandem with FortiGuard AI-Powered Security Services. This means your office is protected by the same real-time threat intelligence used by Global 500 companies.
IPS (Intrusion Prevention): Blocks known and zero-day attacks before they reach your devices.
Web & DNS Filtering: Prevents employees from accidentally visiting malicious sites or phishing links.
Advanced Malware Protection: Uses machine learning to identify and stop evolving file-based threats.
The FortiGate-30G simplifies your network by combining security and networking into one device. Its built-in Secure SD-WAN capabilities allow you to:
Prioritize critical business applications (like Zoom or VoIP).
Monitor link health to ensure seamless connectivity.
Reduce operational costs by replacing expensive MPLS lines with standard broadband.
The FG-30G is designed for simplicity and efficiency, fitting perfectly on a desk or wall-mounted in a small closet.
| Feature | Specification |
| Interfaces | 4x Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 Ports (1x WAN, 3x Internal/FortiLink) |
| Console Port | 1x RJ45 |
| Form Factor | Desktop (Compact & Fanless for silent operation) |
| Max Concurrent Sessions | 600,000 TCP |
| New Sessions/Second | 30,000 |
| Power Consumption | Ultra-efficient (Average 6.8W)18 |
Small Offices (1-10 Users): Perfect for boutique firms, real estate offices, or medical clinics.
Remote Work/Teleworkers: Provides an "office-grade" secure tunnel back to the corporate headquarters.
Retail/Point-of-Sale: Ensures PCI-DSS compliance by securing credit card transactions and guest Wi-Fi.
Micro-Branches: Ideal for kiosks or ATMs that require reliable, secure connectivity in a small footprint.
The FortiGate-30G represents the best value in entry-level network security. It allows small business owners to focus on growth, knowing their data and reputation are shielded by Fortinet’s industry-leading technology.