What must be enabled on FortiGate to begin sending log data to FortiAnalyzer automatically?

To begin sending log data to FortiAnalyzer automatically from FortiGate, auto-discovery must be enabled. Auto-discovery allows FortiGate devices to automatically recognize and communicate with FortiAnalyzer for centralized log management.

When auto-discovery is turned on, it establishes a connection between FortiGate and FortiAnalyzer, allowing for seamless integration and automated log data transfer. This capability is crucial for organizations that want to ensure consistent and reliable logging practices across their network, as it alleviates the need for manual configuration each time a new FortiGate device is added to the network.

In contrast, while logging policies dictate what data is logged and retained, they do not facilitate automatic communication of log data to FortiAnalyzer. Real-time data analysis pertains to the processing of that log data once it is received, and data retention settings manage how long logs are kept but do not impact the initial transmission of the logs.