Fortinet FortiGate 401E-DC Attack Surface Security Service, 1-Year (FC-10-D4H1E-175-02-12)

Security teams managing data center infrastructure need visibility into every device on their network — and the FortiGate 401E-DC is built to handle high-throughput data center environments. This subscription activates FortiGuard Attack Surface Security on that appliance for 12 months, adding IoT Device Detection, IoT Vulnerability Correlation, and Security Posture Rating to the firewall’s existing capabilities. If you run OT-adjacent or mixed IT/IoT environments in your data center, this is the subscription that closes the visibility gap.

What the Attack Surface Security Service Covers

FortiGuard Attack Surface Security is a continuous, cloud-updated service with three core functions:

• IoT Device Detection — FortiGate queries FortiGuard’s cloud database to identify and classify every IoT device seen on the network, including devices not recognized by the local device database. Classifications include device type, vendor, operating system, and risk profile.
• IoT Vulnerability Correlation — Once devices are identified, the service correlates each device against known CVEs and applies virtual patches on the FortiGate via IPS signatures, blocking exploit attempts against vulnerable endpoints even before you can patch the device itself.
• Security Posture Rating — FortiGuard scores your Fortinet Security Fabric configuration against a baseline of best practices, flagging misconfigurations, sub-optimal settings, and compliance gaps with remediation guidance. The rating is continuously updated as Fortinet’s threat intelligence evolves.

The service feeds into FortiGate’s Network Access Control (NAC) policy engine, enabling automated segmentation and enforcement decisions based on device type and risk level.

Who Uses This Service

This subscription is well suited to organizations that operate:

• Data centers or server rooms with a mix of traditional servers and IP-enabled devices (printers, cameras, UPS controllers, environmental sensors)
• Hybrid IT environments where unmanaged or BYOD devices access the network through a FortiGate 401E-DC
• Compliance-driven networks where a documented security posture score is required for audits (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, ISO 27001)
• Networks where OT and IT converge, and traditional IT security tools lack the device taxonomy to classify industrial endpoints correctly

This is a standalone service — not a replacement for IPS, antivirus, or URL filtering — so it is typically deployed alongside other FortiGuard subscriptions or as an add-on to an existing base license.

Activation and Delivery

After purchase, DataCenter360.ca delivers the license key by email within 0-1 business days. Activation takes place through the FortiGate’s GUI or FortiOS CLI: navigate to System > FortiGuard, enter the contract number, and the 401E-DC registers the new subscription with Fortinet’s cloud. The license term starts on the activation date, not the purchase date. No hardware is shipped.

This Service vs. the UTP and Enterprise Bundles

FortiGuard Attack Surface Security (service code 175) is included in both the UTP and Enterprise Protection bundles for the FortiGate 401E-DC. If you need this service alongside IPS, antivirus, URL filtering, and DNS filtering, the UTP bundle delivers better value than purchasing each service separately. The Enterprise bundle adds OT Security, AI-based inline malware prevention, and FortiConverter on top of UTP. Compare the bundle coverage below to see what each tier includes.

If Attack Surface Security is the only gap in your current license stack, purchasing FC-10-D4H1E-175-02-12 as a standalone add-on is the right move. If you are starting fresh or renewing multiple services, the UTP or Enterprise bundle is typically the more cost-efficient path.

Buying from DataCenter360.ca

DataCenter360.ca is an authorized Fortinet Select Partner serving enterprise and data center customers. Orders for electronic licenses are typically fulfilled within one business day. The SKU FC-10-D4H1E-175-02-12 covers the FortiGate 401E-DC specifically — verify your appliance’s serial number in FortiOS before purchasing to confirm the correct model code. For volume pricing or multi-year quotes on multiple services, use the quote request form and our team will respond promptly.