FortiGate SD-WAN, Advanced Routing, and High Availability

FortiGate SD-WAN, Advanced Routing and High Availability Course

The FortiGate SD-WAN, Advanced Routing and High Availability course is aimed at professionals who need to design, implement and operate complex network architectures based on FortiGate technology. The training covers dynamic routing, the management of multiple WAN connections, redundancy and business communication continuity.

FortiGate SD-WAN allows you to manage different links, apply selection rules and use performance indicators to adapt traffic routing. These capabilities are especially relevant in organizations with multiple Internet providers, remote sites, VPN connections or high availability needs.

The course provides practical application through labs on OSPF, BGP, ECMP, Policy Based Routing, SD-WAN, Performance SLA, VPN, FortiGate HA and advanced diagnostics. Participants will work with link failure scenarios, automatic failover and fault recovery.

This training is eligible for FUNDAE subsidies for companies.

Course overview

Advanced course aimed at professionals who need to design, implement and operate complex FortiGate architectures.

The training covers dynamic routing, SD-WAN, high availability, redundancy, link optimization and advanced diagnostics.

Through labs, participants will work with scenarios including multiple Internet providers, remote sites, VPN, dynamic routing and fault recovery.

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All our courses include official and complementary educational material, practical activities, learning assessments, forums, a virtual advisor, progress tracking and personalized academic support throughout the training, as well as a certificate of completion.

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Advantages of FortiGate SD-WAN training

The training allows you to develop a comprehensive view of FortiGate's routing, SD-WAN, redundancy and high availability capabilities. Its practical approach is aimed at professionals responsible for the design, operation and diagnostics of business networks.

• SD-WAN architecture design: configuration of members, rules, selection strategies, load balancing and multiple WAN connections.
• Advanced dynamic routing: use of OSPF and BGP along with ECMP and Policy Based Routing.
• Link performance control: definition of Performance SLA using latency, jitter and packet loss indicators.
• Communication continuity: configuration of redundancy, dual ISP, failover and FortiGate HA architectures.
• Advanced technical diagnostics: use of CLI, Debug Flow, Sniffer and Packet Capture to analyze routing, VPN and SD-WAN issues.
• Practical application: labs with remote sites, redundant tunnels, multiple Internet providers and fault recovery.

Prerequisites

Recommended:

• Previous experience with FortiGate.
• Knowledge of routing.
• Knowledge of VPN.
• Experience with firewall policies.
• Basic knowledge of OSPF and BGP.

General course information

Who is this FortiGate SD-WAN course aimed at?

• Network engineers.
• Advanced FortiGate administrators.
• Infrastructure architects.
• Cybersecurity professionals.
• Administrators of WAN and SD-WAN networks.

Training objectives: what will you learn?

At the end of the course, the participant will be able to:

• Implement advanced routing.
• Configure OSPF.
• Configure BGP.
• Use Policy Based Routing.
• Work with ECMP.
• Design SD-WAN architectures.
• Configure SD-WAN rules.
• Define SLA and Performance SLA.
• Manage multiple WAN connections.
• Configure VPN over SD-WAN.
• Design high availability scenarios.
• Configure FortiGate HA.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting.
• Use CLI and packet capture tools.

FortiGate SD-WAN, Advanced Routing and High Availability Course Content – Program

Module 1. Advanced Routing

• FortiGate routing architecture.
• Routing table.
• Advanced static routing.
• ECMP.
• Policy Based Routing.

Module 2. OSPF

• Fundamentals.
• Areas.
• Adjacencies.
• Metrics.
• Redistribution.
• Troubleshooting.

Module 3. BGP

• BGP architecture.
• Neighbors.
• AS.
• Announcements.
• Path selection.
• Policies.
• Troubleshooting.

Module 4. SD-WAN Fundamentals

• SD-WAN concepts.
• Use cases.
• Architecture.
• SD-WAN interfaces.
• Members.

Module 5. SD-WAN Rules

• Service Rules.
• Selection strategies.
• Cost.
• Quality.
• Priority.
• Load balancing.

Module 6. Performance SLA

• Health Checks.
• Latency.
• Jitter.
• Packet loss.
• Failover.
• Dynamic selection.

Module 7. VPN and SD-WAN

• Site-to-site VPN.
• Redundant tunnels.
• VPN over multiple links.
• Dynamic path selection.

Module 8. High Availability

• FortiGate HA architecture.
• Active-Passive.
• Concepts of Active-Active.
• Heartbeat.
• Synchronization.
• Failover.

Module 9. Redundancy and Continuity

• Dual ISP.
• Redundancy.
• Fault recovery.
• Resilient architecture design.

Module 10. Advanced Diagnostics

• Advanced CLI.
• Debug Flow.
• Sniffer.
• Packet Capture.
• Routing diagnostics.
• VPN diagnostics.
• SD-WAN troubleshooting.

Labs

• Enterprise topology with two ISPs.
• Dynamic routing with OSPF.
• Implementation of BGP.
• Policy Based Routing.
• ECMP.
• Creation of SD-WAN.
• Configuration of Performance SLA.
• ISP failure simulation.
• Automatic failover.
• Site-to-site VPN using multiple links.
• FortiGate High Availability.
• Packet Capture.
• Debug Flow.
• Comprehensive troubleshooting.

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If you want to take this course virtually, you can purchase it at the top of the product page. If you have any questions, please contact us.

If you want to take this course in person or remotely, please contact us:

• Email: info@nanforiberica.com
• Phone: +34 91 031 66 78
• WhatsApp: +34 685 60 05 91

Why choose Nanfor as a specialized ICT training center?

Nanfor is a specialized ICT training center with extensive experience in technology training for professionals and businesses. Our programs combine updated content, a practical approach and expert guidance to facilitate the real-world application of knowledge in the workplace.

• Expert tutors with real-world experience in projects, technologies and professional certifications.
• Personalized academic support throughout the training to support the student's progress.
• Practical methodologies based on real cases and scenarios applicable to the workplace.
• Our own learning platform with resources, activities, assessments and continuous tracking.
• Training aligned with technological trends and current organizational needs.
• Flexible learning formats: online, in-person and remote.
• Experience in corporate training programs and digital talent development.

Frequently asked questions about the course

What is FortiGate SD-WAN and what is it used for in a company?

FortiGate SD-WAN allows you to manage multiple WAN connections and apply selection, load balancing and failover rules. In this FortiGate SD-WAN course, its application in business networks with multiple providers, remote sites, VPN and continuity requirements is covered.

What is the difference between FortiGate SD-WAN and a WAN architecture based solely on routing?

FortiGate SD-WAN adds service rules, selection strategies and Performance SLA to network routing. The course combines these capabilities with advanced static routing, OSPF, BGP, ECMP and Policy Based Routing to address complex business scenarios.

Is the FortiGate SD-WAN course eligible for FUNDAE subsidies?

Yes. The FortiGate SD-WAN, Advanced Routing and High Availability course is eligible for FUNDAE subsidies. The virtual duration is 115 hours and the duration indicated for the subsidy is 130 hours.

How long is the FortiGate SD-WAN course and how long can you access the campus?

The FortiGate SD-WAN course has a virtual duration of 115 hours and a subsidy duration of 130 hours. Access to the training campus is maintained for 3 months.

Is the FortiGate SD-WAN course included in Nanfor's LaaS?

No. At this time, the FortiGate SD-WAN course is not included in Nanfor's LaaS. This condition does not affect its availability as a proprietary course or its eligibility for FUNDAE subsidies.

What prior knowledge is needed to take the FortiGate SD-WAN course?

To take the FortiGate SD-WAN course, it is recommended to have previous experience with FortiGate, routing, VPN and firewall policies. It is also recommended to have basic knowledge of OSPF and BGP.

How is FortiGate SD-WAN applied in the daily work of networks and infrastructure?

FortiGate SD-WAN is applied to the design and operation of networks with multiple links, remote sites, VPN and high availability needs. The course covers link monitoring, failover, path selection and diagnostics using CLI, Debug Flow and Packet Capture.