Dedicated Wi-Fi control and management for high density and mobility
2021 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure
Some wireless deployments require high mobility with high performance and the Fortinet Wireless Controller can provide enterprise-class Wi-Fi in large, high-density, complex environments. Dedicated WLAN controllers deliver seamless mobility, quick deployment, and easy capacity expansion for large numbers of Access Points.
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FortiAPs are available in a variety of models to address specific use cases and price points. Configuration and control of the wireless network is done with Fortinet’s FortiWLC dedicated Wireless Controller. Additional wireless management and RF tools are available within the FortiWLM Wireless Management console.
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Large campuses, distributed enterprises, and small businesses all have diverse WLAN architecture needs. That's why Fortinet provides a full suite of WLAN Access Points as part of our dedicated controller solution designed to address the unique requirements of every organization.
Specific information by product line can be found by selecting each category.
FortiAP Universal access points are managed centrally by the FortiWLC dedicated Wireless LAN Controller platform, the FortiAP Cloud provisioning and management portal, or by the integrated WLAN controller of any FortiGate security appliance.
| Model | RF Technology | Description |
|---|---|---|
| FAP-U431F | 4x4 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Indoor wireless AP: Tri radio, Internal antenna, 1 x 2.5 GE & 1 x GE RJ45 ports |
| FAP-U433F | 4x4 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Indoor wireless AP: Tri radio, External antenna, 1 x 2.5 GE & 1 x GE RJ45 ports; |
| FAP-U231F | 2x2 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Indoor wireless AP: Tri radio, Internal antenna, 2 X GE RJ45 ports |
| FAP-U421EV | 4x4 802.11ac Wave 2 | Indoor wireless AP: Dual radio, Internal antenna, 2 x GE RJ45 ports |
| FAP-U423EV | 4x4 802.11ac Wave 2 | Indoor wireless AP: Dual radio, External antenna, 2 x GE RJ45 ports |
| FAP-U422EV | 4x4 802.11ac Wave 2 | Outdoor wireless AP: Dual radio, External antenna, 2 x GE RJ45 ports |
| FAP-U321EV | 3x3 802.11ac Wave 2 | Indoor wireless AP: Dual radio, Internal antenna, 2 x GE RJ45 ports |
| FAP-U323EV | 3x3 802.11ac Wave 2 | Indoor wireless AP: Dual radio, External antenna, 2 x GE RJ45 ports |
| FAP-U24JEV | 2x2 802.11ac Wave 1 | Indoor wallplate AP: Single / Dual radio, Internal antenna, 6 x GE RJ45 ports |
Antennas and power supplies for use with FortiAP and Fortinet Controller Access Points.
| Model | Description |
|---|---|
| FAN-612R | Sector/Patch Outdoor antenna |
| FAN-612N | Sector/Patch Outdoor antenna |
| FAN-614R | Sector/Patch Outdoor antenna |
| FAN-664R | Sector/Patch Outdoor antenna |
| ANT-O6ABGN-0607-PT | Sector/Patch Outdoor antenna |
| ANT-A08O-NM-2 | Omnidirectional Outdoor antenna |
| ANT-BG080-NM | Omnidirectional Outdoor antenna |
| Model | Description |
|---|---|
| GPI-115 | GE 802.3af power supply |
| GPI-130 | GE 802.3at power supply |
The FortiWLC controller series optimizes traffic across our access points and client devices to support high density, high performance and predictability. It is available as a virtual machine and requires no additional licenses to use.
| Model | Number of Managed APs |
|---|---|
| FWC-VM-50 | 50 |
| FWC-VM-200 | 200 |
| FWC-VM-500 | 500 |
| FWC-VM-1000 |
1000 |
| FWC-VM-3000 |
3000 |
The FortiWLM series offers full management of controllers and access points along with an extensive set of troubleshooting and reporting tools. It is available in both physical and virtual form factors. All platforms include 50 licensed APs, expansion to manage greater than 50 APs requires the purchase of FortiWLM licenses.
| Model | Max Number of Managed APs | Interfaces |
|---|---|---|
| FWM-100D | 1000 | 4 x GE RJ45 ports |
| FWM-1000D | 15000 | 4 x GE RJ45 ports, 4 x GE SFP ports |
| Model | Max Number of Managed APs |
|---|---|
| 15000 |
| Model | Additional APs Licensed |
|---|---|
| FWM-NM-50-A | 50 |
| FWM-NM-250-A | 250 |
| FWM-NM-2500-A | 2500 |
Presence analytics with captive portal integration is available via our FortiPresence product line. FortiPresence is available either as a hosted cloud subscription service (which includes a free tier, Login available here.) Or as a dual VM environment for private installation.
FC-10-FPCLD-169-02-DD |
includes advanced features and 1 year rolling Data Retention per AP License |
FortiPresence-VM |
LIC-FPA-VM |
Single AP FortiPresence VM License |
LIC-FPA-AP |
50 AP FortiPresence VM License |
LIC-FPA-AP-50 |
250 AP FortiPresence VM License |
LIC-FPA-AP-250 |
500 AP FortiPresence VM License |
LIC-FPA-AP-500 |
1000 AP FortiPresence VM License |
LIC-FPA-AP-1000 |
FortiAuthenticator user identity management appliances strengthen enterprise security by simplifying and centralizing the management and storage of user identity information.
Total Users |
500 |
Description |
4x GE RJ45 ports, 1x 1 TB HDD |
Total Users |
2,000 |
Description |
4x GE RJ45 ports, 2x 1 TB HDD |
Total Users |
10,000 |
Description |
4x GE RJ45 ports, 2x GE SFP, 2x 2 TB HDD |
Total Users |
20,000 |
Description |
4x GE RJ45 ports, 2x GE SFP, 2x 2 TB SAS Drive |
Total Users |
40,000 |
Description |
4x GE RJ45 ports, 2x GE SFP, 2x 2 TB SAS Drive |
Users |
100 |
Description |
Base FortiAuthenticator-VM with 100 user license |
Users |
+100 |
Description |
License to add 100 users to base VM |
Users |
+1000 |
Description |
License to add 1000 users to base VM |
Users |
+10000 |
Description |
License to add 10000 users to base VM |
Users |
+100000 |
Description |
License to add 100000 users to base VM |
FortiPlanner |
Free Deployment and Planning Utility (up to 10 APs) |
FC-10-FNDN1-652-02-12 |
FNDN Deploy Toolkit – includes FortiPlanner (unlimited APs) |
FC-10-FNDN2-139-02-12 |
FNDN Site Toolkit – includes up to 15 users of FortiPlanner (unlimited APs) |
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Wireless networks have become ubiquitous, and as the technology has matured, selecting a solution is rarely about the AP hardware itself, but the overall manageability, simplicity, and features that the overall solution can offer.
Organizations are increasingly selecting Fortinet's wireless offering because our ease of use and unbeatable TCO. Without the burdensome licensing processes and costs found in most vendors, and with a focus on simple streamlined user experiences, Fortinet customers get the best of both worlds, while still deploying rock solid reliable wireless access throughout their location.
To see what recent customers have to say about Fortinet wireless, check out our reviews on Gartner Peer Insights. Here are just a handful of recent headline comments.
“Control your wireless network with high secure and availability”
Network and System Administrator, Finance Industry
“We have installed our wireless network in the whole building. we have the stability, the security, coverage and the high speed we can control it as we can.”
“Working smoothly and features are very nice.”
IT Engineer
"It’s working fine and features are very good. We integrated Active directory on the wireless solution so the user can access Wi-Fi with they own email id and password. Very easy to manage. Coming to the security, products are secure, reliable and scalable."
Gartner Peer Insights reviews constitute the subjective opinions of individual end users based on their own experiences, and do not represent the views of Gartner or its affiliates.
FortiWLM provides centralized configuration and management of wireless networks. It includes Network Manager, Spectrum Manager, Service assurance Manager, and Wireless Intrusion Prevention Systems (WIPS). In this demo, see how the ability to provision, test, troubleshoot, and optimize wireless networks helps reduce IT overhead and cost without compromising overall quality of service.
Superior density, scalability, and mobility
Protection for sensitive data and help to meet compliance
Multiple deployment options for management of your RF challenges
Simplified deployment and capacity expansion
Scalability from 1 to 10,000 APs
Wireless device locationing tools included with no additional licenses
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Watch NowThe FortiWLC and FortiWLM platforms deliver seamless mobility and superior reliability with optimized client distribution and channel utilization. Multiple deployment options are supported, maximizing efficiency to make the most of available wireless spectrum.
