Fortigate Vm License Trial Install Instant

This is the most critical step. The VM comes with a "base" license that has limited throughput and no security subscriptions. You must activate the trial to get full features.

  • In the License Information widget, click Update or License Status.
  • A popup window will appear. You should see an option for "FortiGate-VM Trial License".
  • This will redirect you to the Fortinet Support Portal (if not logged in, log in now).
  • Confirm the trial activation. The portal will generate a license file (or sync automatically depending on the version).

    • Method B: Manual Upload (If automatic sync fails) fortigate vm license trial install

    execute restore license tftp <filename.lic> <tftp-server-ip>

    Or if file is on local PC via SCP:

    execute scp admin@<your-pc-ip>:<path>/<file.lic> flash:/
execute license import flash:/<file.lic>
  • Paste the serial number into the portal form.
  • Complete any CAPTCHA or verification.
  • Download the .lic license file. Save it as trial.lic.

    • Important: The 15-day clock starts now, not when you apply the file to the VM. Plan accordingly. This is the most critical step

    Note: You cannot “extend” a trial. You must buy a license or deploy a new VM with a fresh trial. In the License Information widget, click Update or

    | Issue | Solution | |-------|----------| | License upload fails (invalid format) | Ensure you use the exact .lic file from the trial email. Do not rename or edit. | | FortiGate reboots but remains unlicensed | Check internet connectivity for online activation. Or upload license again. | | VM performance warning | Increase RAM/CPU. Trial allows up to 2 vCPUs, 2 GB RAM (limits vary by VM size). | | 15 days too short | You can re-deploy with a new trial license using a different email address. |