Installing the client certificates

The client certificate is used for authentication and represents the individual identity of each FortiGate.

1. On HQ, go to System > Certificates and select Import > Local Certificate.

   Set Type to Certificate.

   Select the Certificate file and the Key file for HQ.

   If you wish, you can change the Certificate Name.

   

2. HQ's client certificate now appears in the list of Certificates on HQ.

   

3. On Branch, go to System > Certificates and select Import > Local Certificate.

   Set Type to Certificate.

   Select the Certificate file and the Key file for Branch.

   If you wish, you can change the Certificate Name.

   

4. Branch's client certificate now appears in the list of Certificates on Branch.