Technology partner · Fortinet
Fortinet partner in Southern California
FortiGate firewalls, SD-WAN, switching and Wi-Fi managed as one security fabric.
The short answer
WCC is a Fortinet partner that sells and installs FortiGate firewalls, FortiSwitch, FortiAP and Fortinet SD-WAN across Southern California. Fortinet fits organizations that want firewall, switching, Wi-Fi and SD-WAN managed as one security fabric. A single-site firewall and switching refresh typically runs $15,000 to $50,000.
What we install
Fortinet products we install
| Product | Use |
|---|---|
| FortiGate | Next-generation firewall and secure SD-WAN |
| FortiSwitch | Access switching managed from the FortiGate |
| FortiAP | Wi-Fi managed from the FortiGate |
| FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer | Central management and logging across sites |
| FortiSASE | Security for remote and hybrid users |
When Fortinet fits
When to choose Fortinet
Multi-site retail and branches
SD-WAN built into every FortiGate, with no separate appliance.
Security-first teams
Firewall, switching and Wi-Fi in one fabric with one policy.
Value per throughput
Strong performance per dollar, especially at the branch.
Compared
Fortinet compared
See Fortinet vs Palo Alto and Aruba vs Fortinet. We also offer managed firewall service, typically $295 to $1,650 per firewall per month.
How it works
How a Fortinet project runs
Design
Throughput, sites, policies and segmentation planned.
Design
Pre-stage
FortiGates configured and tested before install.
Build
Cut over
After-hours install with a rollback plan.
Install
Who we serve
Who uses Fortinet with WCC
| Customer | Typical use |
|---|---|
| Retail and restaurants | SD-WAN and PCI segmentation at every store |
| Multi-site offices | One policy across headquarters and branches |
| Schools and districts | Firewalls, switching and Wi-Fi on one fabric |
| Manufacturing | Segmenting plant and office networks |
Why WCC
Why buy Fortinet from WCC
Installed by our own team
California installs are done by WCC technicians, not handed to a subcontractor after the sale.
Everything around it
We also build the cabling, network, power and security the system depends on.
Licensed since 2003
CSLB #819788 with C-7, C-10 and C-28 classifications, plus CMAS and OMNIA Partners for public agencies.
FAQ
Fortinet questions
Is WCC a Fortinet partner?
Yes. WCC sells, installs and supports Fortinet across Southern California.
Does FortiGate include SD-WAN?
Yes. SD-WAN is built into FortiGate firewalls.
How much does a Fortinet refresh cost?
A single-site firewall and switching refresh typically runs $15,000 to $50,000, plus yearly security subscriptions.
Can WCC manage our FortiGates?
Yes. Managed firewall service typically runs $295 to $1,650 per firewall per month.
Can FortiGate manage switches and Wi-Fi?
Yes. FortiSwitch and FortiAP are managed directly from the FortiGate.
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