Chapter 2 Getting Started : Basic Administration : Firmware : Backing up the current configuration
  
Backing up the current configuration
In case you need to restore your FortiGate configuration, you should always back up the configuration before installing new firmware.
To create a local back up:
1. Go to System > Dashboard > Status and locate the System Information widget.
2. Select Backup beside System Configuration.
3. Choose either Local PC or USB Disk to save the configuration file.
4. If desired, select Encrypt configuration file.
5. Select Backup.
See Also
Downloading firmware
Upgrading the firmware - web-based manager
 
See Also
Configuration revision
Upgrading the firmware - CLI
Installing firmware from a system reboot using the CLI
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