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Discussions about FortiClient on WindowsForum.com focus on installation and launch problems, particularly on Windows 7 systems. Users report that FortiClient fails to open or stays minimized after clicking, even after reinstalling and deleting registry entries. Some threads mention FortiClient in the context of troubleshooting high CPU usage from svchost processes, where uninstalling FortiClient was attempted as a diagnostic step. The VPN client is used for corporate network access, and issues often require IT support or system restore. Common themes include compatibility with Windows 7, launch failures, and conflicts with other security software.
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    Windows 7 Programs won't launch or stay minimized

    I am running Windows 7 SP 1 on an AMD Phenom system. I have problems launching Forticlient, which my company uses to access the VPN. This happened a while ago. The system admin gave me a later version, which worked, but then it developed the same problem. When I click the program, I get the...
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 Forticlient No Longer Opens

    I am running Windows 7 Home 64-Bit. I use Forticlient to connect to my company's VPN. I have used it for over a year with no problems. About 2 weeks ago, I tried to open it and it would not open. I made several attempts with the same outcome. I checked to see if it was running using the Task...
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    • connectivity error handling forticlient home edition it support network security operating system registry reinstall remote access software issues system restore task manager troubleshooting uninstall vpn windows 7
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 SVCHost (BFE,DPS,MpsSvc) Eating up 50% Processor

    Well, this one is a bit perplexing. On startup this svchost process will start and run for approx 5 to 10 min. I am completely unable to access the internet until it stops. I have uninstalled AV programs ( Forticlient and Avast) to see if either of these were the cause, this was not the case. So...