How to configure syslog on Fortinet FortiGate firewalls

These instructions assume:

• The date, time and time zone are correctly set on the firewall.
• You have credentials and access to your Fortinet FortiGate firewall.
• The IP address of your Auvik collector is known. You can find this in the Syslog > Summary tab in the Export Information column.

Configure syslog

From the Graphical User Interface:

1. Log into your FortiGate.
2. Click Log & Report to expand the menu.
3. Click Log Settings.
4. Toggle Send Logs to Syslog to Enabled.
5. Enter the Auvik Collector IP address.
6. Click Apply.