Installing FortiClient EMS 7.4
EMS 7.4 introduces a shift to a Linux-based model from the Windows Server-based model in earlier EMS versions. This change provides numerous benefits, including improved architecture and flexibility. This document provides instructions to migrate your EMS data from an existing Windows Server-based instance to the Linux-based model, as well as installation instructions for various use cases.
EMS 7.4 supports Ubuntu 22.04 and 24.04 Server and Desktop, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9, and CentOS Stream 9. While EMS 7.4 supports both Ubuntu Desktop and Server, consider that Desktop uses more resources that could otherwise be available for EMS usage. You should consider proper planning for hardware resources.
Installing EMS requires an active internet connection. During installation, EMS also tries to download information about FortiClient signature updates from FortiGuard.
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Because implementing or migrating to EMS 7.4 on Linux can be complex, Fortinet highly recommends the FortiClient Best Practices Service (BPS). FortiClient BPS is an account-based annual subscription providing access to a specialized team that delivers remote guidance on deployment, upgrades, and operations. The service allows you to share information about your deployment, user requirements, resources, and other related items. Based on the information provided, BPS experts can provide recommended best practices, sample code, links to tools, and other materials or assistance to speed adoption and guide you towards best practice deployments. The team does not log into your devices to make changes. This is a consulting and guidance service which may include sample configurations or playbooks. This is not an on-site professional services offer. |
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You can also deploy EMS using a VM image. See Deploying EMS as a VM image. |