How to Configure SSL VPN Client on FortiGate

In this tutorial, we will walk you through the process of configuring an SSL VPN client on your FortiGate device. This will allow remote clients to securely connect to your network and access resources behind the FortiGate.

Before starting the configuration, make sure that you have already set up a default portal under 'All other users/groups' in your SSL VPN settings. Also, ensure that your FortiGate is configured to listen on at least one interface for SSL VPN connections.

To configure the SSL VPN client on your FortiGate:

1. Log in to your FortiGate using your administrator credentials.

2. Navigate to 'VPN' > 'SSL-VPN' > 'Server'.

3. Click on the 'Edit' button next to 'SSLVPN' and set it to listen on at least one interface.

4. Scroll down to the 'Portal Settings' section and select a default portal for all other users/groups.

5. Go back to the main SSL VPN page and click on 'Client' > 'Configure'.

6. Select the type of client you want to configure (in this case, we are using an SSL-VPN Tunnel interface type).

7. Enter the IP address of your FortiGate's SSL VPN server in the 'Server' field.

8. Choose a username and password for the SSL VPN connection.

9. Click 'Apply' to save the changes.

Once you have configured the SSL VPN client on your FortiGate, remote clients can use the client software to establish a secure connection to your network. The client software will prompt users to enter their credentials and then connect them to the default portal you set up earlier.

By following these steps, you can configure your FortiGate as an SSL VPN client and provide secure access to your network resources.

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