FortiGate 600D End of Life
Understand when support ends and how to future-proof your FortiGate 600D End of Life deployment.

The FortiGate-600D has been deployed as a high-throughput perimeter firewall for mid-to-large enterprises. With the product now at end-of-life, planning a phased modernization will help preserve security posture and performance while eliminating unsupported infrastructure.
What this means for your organization
- A chance to modernize your security posture and prepare for future growth.
- Opportunity to benefit from improved performance, efficiency, and protection.
- Align IT infrastructure with compliance, scalability, and long-term ROI.
FortiGate-600D Date & Status
Here’s what you need to know about FortiGate-600D lifecycle status.
- End of Life (EOL): 10/14/24

FortiGate-600D Replacement
Replacing the FortiGate-600D ensures enterprise perimeters and data center edges can scale with modern encrypted, cloud, and east–west traffic patterns.
Role of the FortiGate-600D:
An enterprise-class firewall balancing high throughput and comprehensive security services for medium to large environments.
Evolving Traffic Patterns:
Encrypted north–south and east–west traffic, multi-cloud adoption, and higher application concurrency exceed earlier hardware capacities.
Modern Demands:
Scalable TLS/SSL inspection, integrated SD-WAN, higher interface density, and centralized orchestration are essential for hybrid networks.
Strategic Upgrade:
Adopt next-generation platforms with hardware-accelerated inspection, modular interfaces, unified management, and smooth configuration import tools.
Understanding Fortinet's EOL Policy | End of Life Risks
Every Fortinet product follows a defined lifecycle, moving through the following stages:

- General Availability (GA): The product is released and actively sold and supported.
- End of Sale (EOS): The device is no longer available for purchase from Fortinet or authorized partners.
- End of Life (EOL): Feature development and most firmware updates stop.
- End of Support (EOSL): Fortinet ends all official support, security patches, and RMA services.
Why This Matters for Your Business
Understanding where your hardware sits in this lifecycle helps you:
- Plan timely upgrades before critical support ends.
- Ensure security compliance and avoid audit failures.
- Maintain operational continuity with fully supported hardware.
Risks of Continuing to Use EOL Hardware
When a firewall or security appliance reaches End of Life, the risks of keeping it in production increase dramatically
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.
How Aseva Helps with Fortinet EOL
Here’s how Aseva ensures a smooth and secure FortiGate lifecycle transition.
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.
Why Choose Aseva for Fortinet End of Life Support?
Choosing the right partner is critical. With Aseva, you gain a trusted advisor with deep expertise in Fortinet and broader cybersecurity lifecycle management. We help reduce risk, ensure compliance, and maximize ROI on your IT investments.