Create a new Virtual Machine. Assign the QCOW2 file as the primary boot disk (virtio interface is recommended for performance).
The image itself is small, but a second virtual disk is usually added for logging and reporting. How to Deploy FortiOS.qcow2
Obtain the deployment package from the Fortinet Support Portal under Download > VM Images . Select KVM as the platform. fortios.qcow2
Deploying security gateways within KVM-managed data centers.
Map your virtual bridges to the FortiGate interfaces (Port1 is typically the management port). Create a new Virtual Machine
Power on the VM. The default login is admin with no password. You will be prompted to set a new password immediately. Licensing: Evaluation vs. Production
is the virtual disk image file used to deploy a FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) on KVM-based hypervisors. Whether you are building a professional network infrastructure, a staging lab, or a cybersecurity study environment, the QCOW2 format is the standard for high-performance virtualization. What is FortiOS.qcow2? How to Deploy FortiOS
Understanding FortiOS.qcow2: Deploying FortiGate in Virtual Environments
Network engineers use this file to simulate complex topologies.
Automated security testing in virtualized environments. Deployment Requirements