Role of the FortiGate-3815D-NEBS:
Engineeredfor carrier-grade and ruggedized environments, providing high-availability security and continuity for telco and critical infrastructure networks.
Evolving Traffic Patterns:
5G backhaul, low-latency edge services, and massive device densities require tighter SLAs, deterministic performance, and enhanced segmentation.
Modern Demands:
Operators expect automation, multi-tenancy, programmable APIs, and deep telemetry to support rapid onboarding and proactive maintenance.
Strategic Upgrade:
Select NEBS-compliant or equivalent platforms with enhanced throughput, telemetry, and automation. Use staged migrations with carrier-grade testing to protect service continuity.
No Security Patches
Outdated devices won’t receive updates, leaving your network exposed to new vulnerabilities.
Lack of Vendor Support
Once support ends, there’s no access to Fortinet’s technical resources or RMA services.
Compliance Failures
Auditors may flag unsupported hardware as a violation of security and industry standards.
Operational Instability
Legacy devices may struggle with modern workloads, encrypted traffic, and cloud integrations.
Lifecycle Planning:
Track Fortinet GA → EOS → EOL → EOSL.
Seamless Migration:
Dedicated engineers ensure minimal downtime.
Future-Proof Security:
Replace with next-gen models aligned to your needs.