Getting Started : Step 5: Complete product registration, licensing, and upgrades
 
Step 5: Complete product registration, licensing, and upgrades
Your new FortiDDoS appliance comes with a factory image of the operating system (firmware). However, if a new version has been released since factory imaging, you might want to install the newer firmware before continuing the system configuration.
Before you begin:
• Register—Registration is required to log into the Fortinet Technical Support site and download firmware upgrade files. For details, go to http://kb.fortinet.com/kb/documentLink.do?externalID=12071.
• Check the installed firmware version—Go to System > Status > Dashboard.
• Check for upgrades—Major releases include new features, enhancements, and bug fixes. Patch releases can include enhancements and bug fixes.
Download the release notes at http://docs.fortinet.com/fortiddos/.
Download firmware upgrades at https://support.fortinet.com/.
To upgrade the firmware:
1. Go to System > Status > Dashboard.
2. On the System Information portlet, in the Firmware Version row, and click the Update link.
Figure 29: Firmware update link
For details, refer to the online help or see “Updating firmware”.