Under what condition is a new primary device elected if the current primary becomes unavailable?

A new primary device is elected based on the device with the highest priority within the cluster. This ensures that if the current primary device becomes unavailable, the cluster can seamlessly switch to another device that has been designated as more significant in terms of its operational role. The hierarchy of device priority allows for a consistent and efficient failover process, reducing downtime and maintaining the integrity of the network operations.

Having a priority system means that network administrators can control which devices are preferred for the primary role. A higher priority indicates a more favorable device to take over when the primary fails. This is particularly useful in environments where certain devices may have more processing power, better configurations, or may be better suited to handle the responsibilities of being a primary device.

In contrast, the other conditions do not specifically align with the designed behavior of device selection in a clustered Fortinet environment. A device with the lowest IP address may not be optimal, as it does not take operational capabilities or configurations into account. Similarly, any device in the cluster lacks a strategic basis for selection, which could lead to inefficiencies. The oldest configuration might not be relevant as it doesn’t correlate with the current operational needs or performance. Thus, prioritizing devices based on their designated roles ensures a more reliable and effective