fortinet FortiGate 50E
The Fortinet FortiGate 50E is an entry-level desktop security appliance designed for small branch deployments requiring multi-port internal switching. Providing seven Gigabit Ethernet ports (two WAN and five switched internal LAN ports), the 50E delivers up to 2.5 Gbps of firewall throughput and 90 Mbps of IPsec VPN capacity. While superseded by newer SOC4-based models, the 50E remains in high circulation on secondary equipment platforms as a budget-friendly firewall and remote access endpoint.
Specifications
| Brand | fortinet |
|---|---|
| Family | FortiGate |
| Form factor | desktop |
| Released | Sep 2016 |
| End of sale | Apr 2021 |
| End of support | Apr 2026 |
| Interfaces | 7x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports (2x WAN, 5x switched LAN) |
| Firewall throughput | 2.5 Gbps stateful inspection throughput |
| Vpn throughput | 90 Mbps IPsec VPN throughput |
| Threat protection | 160 Mbps threat protection throughput |
| Cooling | Silent fanless chassis design |
Generations
- Next generation: fortinet FortiGate 60F
Check compatibility with Fortinet
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Fortinet has tested with the fortinet FortiGate 50E.
- Specifications Fortinet Document Library (hardware guides and transceiver support)
- Support Fortinet Support
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What is the maximum FortiOS version supported on the FortiGate 50E?
Like the 30E, the 50E hardware architecture is supported up to FortiOS 6.2.
Does the 50E support dual WAN failover?
Yes, its dual WAN ports support active/passive or active/active WAN link balancing in FortiOS.
Buying or selling FortiGate 50E?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Fortinet FortiGate 50E Product Overview, checked 2026-10-27
- Fortinet FortiGate 50E Datasheet, checked 2026-10-27