Authorizing FortiOS VMs

FortiOS VMs must be authorized for central management by FortiManager before they can be authorized for metering. See Adding devices.

To authorize metered FortiOS VMs:

1. Ensure that the VM is authorized for central management by FortiManager. See Adding devices.
2. Ensure you are in the correct ADOM.
3. Go to Device Manager > VM Meter.
4. Select a device then click Authorize in the toolbar, right-click on a device then select Authorize, or double-click on a device. The Authorize Device(s) dialog box opens.

   An unauthorized device can use firewall services for up to 48 hours.

5. Select the License Type:

   Trial	Maximum of two devices can have a trial license at any one time. No traffic data are sent to FortiGuard, so no points are used. Can be used for up to 30 days.
   Regular	Regular license. Points used based on the service level and volume of traffic going to FortiGuard.

6. Select the Services:

   Firewall	Firewall only. This option cannot be deselected.
   IPS	IPS servies.
   Web Filter	Web filtering services.
   AntiVirus	Antivirus services.
   App Control	Application control services.
   Full UTM	All services are selected.

7. Click OK to authorize the device.