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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Fortinet
Exam Format
70 min
35
Pass/Fail
Professional
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$200 USD
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Validity
2 years
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FCP-FMG-AD-7-4 Exam Topics and Domains
FCP-FMG-AD-7-4 is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with ADOM Management, Change Management, FortiGate, Global ADOM, and more.
1
Administration
20%
FortiManager Features and Capabilities
Describe FortiManager features
- Describe the main features and benefits of FortiManager
- Explain how FortiManager integrates with Security Fabric
- Identify scenarios where FortiManager provides value
Initial Configuration
Perform initial configuration
- Configure basic FortiManager system settings
- Set up network interfaces and connectivity
- Configure administrative access and accounts
Administrative Domains (ADOMs)
Configure administrative domains
- Explain the purpose and benefits of ADOMs
- Create and configure ADOMs for different FortiOS versions
- Manage device assignments to ADOMs
2
Device Manager
25%
Device Registration
Register devices in ADOMs
- Register and authorize FortiGate devices in FortiManager
- Assign devices to appropriate ADOMs
- Configure device-level settings and organization
Configuration Management with Scripts
Install configuration changes using scripts
- Create and manage CLI scripts
- Deploy configuration changes using scripts
- Schedule and automate script execution
Revision History
Diagnose issues using revision history
- Use revision history to track configuration changes
- Compare configuration revisions
- Perform configuration rollbacks when needed
3
Policy and Objects
30%
Policy and Object Management
Perform policy and object management
- Create and manage policy packages
- Configure firewall policies and objects
- Use shared and dynamic objects effectively
ADOM Revisions
Manage ADOM revisions
- Create and manage ADOM revisions
- Perform ADOM version upgrades
- Use ADOM backup and restore features
Workspace Mode
Configure workspace mode
- Configure and use workspace mode
- Implement change approval workflows
- Manage concurrent administrator sessions
Policy Import and Installation
Perform policy imports and installations
- Import policies from managed FortiGate devices
- Install policy packages to target devices
- Troubleshoot policy installation issues
4
Advanced Configuration
15%
FortiManager High Availability
Describe FortiManager HA
- Describe FortiManager HA architecture
- Explain HA synchronization and failover
- Identify HA deployment best practices
FortiGuard Services
Configure FortiGuard services
- Configure FortiGuard services on FortiManager
- Manage FortiGuard subscriptions and updates
- Troubleshoot FortiGuard connectivity
Global Database ADOM
Configure the global database ADOM
- Configure and use the global database ADOM
- Deploy global objects to multiple ADOMs
- Understand global vs ADOM-specific configurations
5
Troubleshooting
10%
FortiManager Deployment Scenarios
Describe FortiManager deployment scenarios
- Describe common FortiManager deployment scenarios
- Identify deployment models for different use cases
- Plan FortiManager deployments
Import and Installation Issues
Troubleshoot import and installation issues
- Troubleshoot policy import failures
- Diagnose installation errors
- Use logs to identify issues
Device-level and ADOM-level Issues
Troubleshoot device-level and ADOM-level issues
- Troubleshoot device connectivity issues
- Resolve ADOM-level problems
- Diagnose synchronization failures
System Issues
Troubleshoot system issues
- Troubleshoot FortiManager system issues
- Monitor system performance and resources
- Use diagnostic tools and commands
How do I earn this certification?
Passing FCP-FMG-AD-7-4 earns the Fortinet Certified Professional - Network Security certification. It sits in the Network Security track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
- NSE7_EFW-7.2 - NSE 7 - Enterprise Firewall 7.2
- NSE8_812 - NSE 8 - Written ExamRequires both written and hands-on exams
- FCSS_EFW_AD-7.4 - FCSS - Enterprise Firewall 7.4 Administrator
Alternative Paths
- FCP_FAZ_AD-7.4 - FCP - FortiAnalyzer 7.4 AdministratorComplementary to FortiManager for logging and analytics
- FCP_FGT_AD-7.4 - FCP - FortiGate 7.4 AdministratorEssential FortiGate knowledge for managing devices with FortiManager
- NSE5_FMG-7.2 - NSE 5 - FortiManager 7.2 Previous version (retired 2024-08-31)
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How to study for this exam?
Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for FCP-FMG-AD-7-4.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-08-31
- Announcement date: 2024-08-31
Updates
- FortiManager 7.4 7.4.1 Current exam version covers FortiManager 7.4.1 features • Release date: 2023-08-01
- Administrative Domains (ADOMs) 7.4 ADOM version 7.4 supports FortiOS 7.4, 7.2, and 7.0
- Policy Packages 7.4 Enhanced policy installation and import capabilities
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Network administrators and Security analysts.
- 6 months to 1 year of hands-on experience with FortiGate and FortiManager
- Familiarity with FCP - FortiGate Security course topics
- Familiarity with FCP - FortiGate Infrastructure course topics