Configuring Your FortiGSLB: A Step-by-Step Guide

Introduction to FortiGSLB Configuration

When working with FortiGSLB, precise configuration can significantly improve your infrastructure's efficiency and flexibility. This guide outlines the essential steps for switching FortiGSLB accounts for one-click devices, moving domains between accounts, understanding FortiADC HA cluster synchronization, and filtering logs effectively.

How to Switch Accounts for One-Click Devices

The automatic creation of an organization named "default" is a common occurrence when a one-click device enables FortiGSLB with a valid personal license. Here is how you can switch accounts for a "default" organization:

• Disable the one-click device FortiGSLB function.
• Log into FortiGSLB Cloud and go into the "default" organization.
• Delete the GSLB and DNS services generated by the one-click device, or delete the organization directly if not needed.
• Upload the license for the one-click device for the new account.
• Verify the account information by checking the one-click device's license.
• Re-enable the one-click device FortiGSLB function and allow the information to sync.

Transferring Domains Between Accounts

Transferring a domain like example.com from account A to account B requires careful steps to prevent domain duplication:

• Delete the domain in account A.
• Log out of account A and into account B.
• Create the domain example.com in account B.

Note: Ensure to delete the domain from the original account before setting it up in a new account to avoid duplicate domain issues.

Understanding FortiADC HA Cluster Synchronization with FortiGSLB

In a FortiADC High Availability (HA) cluster, the config source role manages synchronization with FortiGSLB:

• The config source device syncs virtual server configuration and status to FortiGSLB.
• You can check connectivity status specific to your config source device on the FortiGSLB page.
• If the config source device goes offline, the new config source takes over seamlessly, ensuring continued synchronization.
• Your cluster must maintain at least one connected config source device for seamless DNS request handling.

How to Filter Logs in Dashboard Event Log, GSLB Services, and Synthetic Testing

Effective log filtering in FortiGSLB requires entering the full search terms:

• Input the complete search content in the search bar to activate filtering.
• For example, use "license" instead of a partial word like "lic".
• Press the Enter key to apply the filter and view the results.

Conclusion

By following these guidelines, you ensure the proper configuration and management of your FortiGSLB setup. This helps maintain system efficiency, accurate DNS responses, and effective domain management across accounts. Understanding these configurations will significantly enhance your ability to manage your network resources effectively.