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Heartbeat IP addresses are used to distinguish between cluster members → Each FortiGate in the HA cluster uses unique heartbeat IPs so members can identify one another. A change in the heartbeat IP address happens when a FortiGate device joins or leaves the cluster → Heartbeat IPs are dynamically reassigned when the cluster membership changes to maintain proper communication.
Hearbeat ip's are not manually assigned
A and C C because Heartbeat IP assignment is dynamic and based on factors such as serial number order. When a new FortiGate joins the cluster or an existing member leaves/fails, the cluster renegotiates and may reassign the heartbeat IPs to maintain uniqueness among the current members.