Trout Access Gate vs. Fortinet
Why Choose Legacy Network Architecture When You Can Deploy Modern Overlay Networking?
Replace Fortinet's complex firewall rules and VLAN reconfigurations with Trout's next-generation overlay networking — deployed in hours, not months.
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Industrial networks aren’t just office networks.
Trout is purpose-built for industrial networks, where legacy devices can’t be reconfigured. Its overlay architecture enables segmentation and secure access without touching VLANs, IPs, or switch configs — unlike traditional tools like Fortinet.
Trout
Plug-and-play deployment with no VLAN or IP rework
Overlay-based segmentation tailored for OT
Native support for legacy protocols (Modbus, DNP3, etc.)
Built-in zero-trust remote access – no SSL-Tunnels needed
Simple, modern UI built for factory teams
Enclave-based access control: device, user, behavior-aware
Flat, predictable pricing
Fast support from engineers who built it
Fortinet
Requires network redesign, VLAN config, and often downtime
VLAN + firewall segmentation designed for IT networks
OT protocol visibility requires extra tools (FortiAnalyzer, etc.)
VPN and endpoint agents required (FortiClient)
Port-based NAC or 802.1X – often unreliable in OT
Requires integration effort for compliance visibility
Multi-tiered vendor and reseller support channels
Choose Trout Access Gate if...
Faster Deployment: Deploy Trout Access Gate and have full network visibility and control operational within hours. No network rewiring, no VLAN complexity, no downtime.
Lower Risk Overlay networking means your existing infrastructure stays untouched. No risk of breaking critical industrial systems during deployment.
Higher Agility Policy changes deploy instantly across the overlay fabric. No more change windows or complex firewall rule modifications.
Trout Updates
Overlay Networking
Secure and segment an existing infrastructure — without touching the underlying physical network.
2025 State of Ransomware
Our analysis show an increase of 47% vs 2024, with roughly 56% of attacks targeting industrial companies.
Where the Packets Roam
On why integration-driven products are delivering profoundly higher value in industrial environments.
Why Trout?
Industrial Networks Need Purpose-Built Security
Industrial networks have grown connected and complex. The reality of these environments:
Legacy Infrastructure: many older devices can’t run modern security agents.
Protocol Complexity: standard enterprise NAC solutions struggle with industrial protocols.
Operational Requirements: Security deployments must not disrupt production, making high-touch solutions unsuitable for industrial environments.
Trout Technology
Trout creates an intelligent security layer that works with your existing network topology
Trout is a drop-in appliance for OT networks — built to give IT teams visibility and control without the usual overhead. No more SSH’ing into devices to tcpdump, managing a fleet of agents, or fielding endless VLAN access requests.
Everything you need in one appliance
Plug & See. Connect Trout to your firewall or switch — see assets and protocol flows. No additional rewiring needed or VLAN work.
Segment & Control. Define software-enforced zones to isolate systems and enforce least-privilege access across your network.
Secure Remote Access. Grant on-demand, policy-driven access for contractors or remote teams — with visibility and control.
Log & Prove. Capture clean, structured logs from the edge. Feed them into your SIEM or use them for root-cause and audit trails.
Automate Compliance. Enforce security policies and automate audit-ready evidence.
