Fortinet FortiAP 431F
The FortiAP 431F access point supports the latest 802.11ax Wifi-6 standard, enabling transmission rates of up to 2.5GBit per 5GHz radio. The access point includes one 5GHz radio, one radio that can scan in 2.4 or 5GHz mode, and one 2.4GHz radio with up to 1,182MBit transmission speed. Additionally, you have the option of redundant operation of the device via two PoE+ sources. Other features of this series include 802.11ac beamforming (TxBF), multi-user MIMO (MU-MIMO) and more. The combination of the 802.11ax standard and its advanced features deliver better data client rates to your IT infrastructure over longer distances.
The FortiAP 433G supports the new 6 GHz band, OFDMA and a 5 Gigabit Ethernet port. The AP provides 24/7 scanning across all bands, enabling simultaneous access to both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, or the 2.4 GHz and dual 5 GHz bands, or the AP can be configured to provide simultaneous access to the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands. The integrated BLE/ ZigBee radio can be used for beacons and location applications.
What is Wi-Fi 6E / 6 GHz Wi-Fi?
Wi-Fi 6E is an extension of the Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard and enables the use of the 6 GHz frequency band in addition to the supported 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands. The wider 1200 MHz spectrum provides greatly improved WLAN performance with significantly higher throughput and wider channels. It also offers tremendous efficiency, which is reflected in even more simultaneous connections, intelligent connection selection and more capacity.
FortiAP access points are managed free of charge and centrally via the integrated WLAN controller of any FortiGate security appliance or via the FortiAP Cloud deployment and management portal, which is also free of charge. By integrating wireless controller functionality with the market-leading FortiGate appliance, these APs are perfect for protecting your LAN edge from campus to branch offices. Fortinet's Security Fabric enables easy management of wired and wireless security from a single glass management console, protecting your network from the latest security threats.
- Unified Management
The unified management console simplifies operations and provides consistency for effective policy enforcement and compliance. - Advanced Security Protection
Wireless LAN security from the network security leader. Built-in firewall, IPS, application control and web filtering protect the WLAN from the latest security threats. - Integrated Wi-Fi Security
Protects the network from advanced wireless threats and meets PCI DSS compliance. - Deployment
FortiAPs enable a versatile choice of installation topologies with options to suit any business.
Highlights
Fortinet access points are designed for a wide range of deployments, from branch offices to medium to large offices, schools, universities, hospitals, hotels and large retail shops. The access points can serve such a wide range of applications because they can be managed by any of Fortinet's control and management offerings: FortiGate, FortiWLC and FortiAP Cloud.
- Small/Medium Business
Retailers can streamline in-store WLAN deployment by combining Universal APs and FortiAP Cloud Management. Combined with FortiDeploy for zero-touch deployment, this provides a cost-effective solution for retail IT. - Education
The education sector is at increasing risk from cyber-attacks. This, combined with the requirements to protect minors from inappropriate materials, can make the use of WLAN challenging. A Secure Wireless Controller (FortiGate) ensures secure student access to learning resources, while FortiGuard services provide cybersecurity protection. - Healthcare
Patient safety is a top priority. Fortinet APs enable hospitals to improve patient safety by enabling vital applications such as telemetry that require low bandwidth but exceptionally high reliability. The dedicated wireless controller (integrated WLAN controller of each FortiGate security appliance) connected to the access points ensures that patient safety is paramount while providing improved performance for wireless-enabled medical devices.
Signal strength of the FortiAP 433G in different scenarios (ceiling mounted)
***These graphics show the propagation of the signal strength within the framework of standardised attenuation values for walls and sources of interference according to the respective material properties. Deviations in signal propagation are possible depending on the building material.
FortiCare Premium Support
FortiCare Premium covers the same features as the former FortiCare Support. FortiCare Premium is therefore suitable for devices that require a 24x7x365 response within one hour for both critical and non-critical issues.
With FortiCare Premium Support, you get world-class vendor support for your Fortinet solutions. An ongoing FortiCare license allows you to install firmware updates for your Fortinet appliance directly from the device. Fortinet provides technical support and return merchandise (RMA) services on an appliance-by-appliance basis with FortiCare for 24x7 support and timely problem resolution. FortiCare services support the entire Fortinet Security Fabric, enabling you to resolve diverse cross-product issues with a single solution. Flexible support options help your organization maximize uptime, security, and performance based on your business needs.
On request, we can also offer you FortiCare Essentials or FortiCare Elite. The features of the respective licenses can be found in the table below.
FortiCare Essential
FortiCare Essentials is the base-level service, which is specifically suited for units that require only a limited amount of support and can accept one business day response time for both critical and non-critical issues. This service is available only for FortiGate models 8x and below and for lower-end FortiWifi units.
FortiCare Elite
FortiCare Elite Services offers extended service level agreements (SLAs) and accelerated problem resolution. This enhanced support offering provides access to a dedicated support team. Ticket handling by a team of technical experts streamlines the solution. This option also provides extended End-of-Engineering Support (EoEs) of 18 months for added flexibility and access to the new FortiCare Elite Portal. This intuitive portal provides a single, unified view of device and security health.
FortiCare Included Features | Per-device Service Optionen | ||
---|---|---|---|
FortiCare | FortiCare | FortiCare | |
Hardware replacement (RMA) | Return and replacement only | Extended replacement (PRMA available) | Extended replacement (PRMA available) |
Web Support | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Telephone Support | - | ✓ | ✓ |
Firmware Updates | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Asset Management Portal | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Response time (critical issue) | Next business day | One hour | 15 minutes |
Response time (non critical issue) | Next business day | Next business day | 2 hours |
Extended End-of-Engineering-Support (E-EoES) for Long Term Supported Firmware (LTS about 18 months) | - | - | ✓ |
Portal for device insights and monitoring | - | - | ✓ |
The FortiAP 431F access point supports the latest 802.11ax Wifi-6 standard, enabling transmission rates of up to 2.5GBit per 5GHz radio. The access point includes one 5GHz radio, one radio that can scan in 2.4 or 5GHz mode and one 2.4GHz radio with up to 1,182MBit transmission speed. In addition, you have the option of operating the unit redundantly via two PoE+ sources. Other features of this series include 802.11ac beamforming (TxBF), multi-user MIMO (MU-MIMO) and much more. The combination of the 802.11ax standard and its advanced features provide your IT infrastructure with a better data client rate over longer distances. The device has external antennas.
FortiAP access points are managed free of charge and centrally via the integrated WLAN controller of any FortineFortiGate security appliance or via the FortiAP Cloud deployment and management portal, which is also free of charge. By integrating wireless controller functionality with the market-leading FortiGate appliance, these APs are perfect for protecting your LAN edge from campus to branch offices. Fortinet's Security Fabric enables easy management of wired and wireless security from a single glass management console, protecting your network from the latest security threats.
- Unified Management
The unified management console simplifies operations and provides consistency for effective policy enforcement and compliance. - Advanced Security Protection
Wireless LAN security from the network security leader. Built-in firewall, IPS, application control and web filtering protect the WLAN from the latest security threats. - Integrated Wi-Fi Security
Protects the network from advanced wireless threats and meets PCI DSS compliance. - Deployment
FortiAPs enable a versatile choice of installation topologies with options to suit any business.
Highlights
Fortinet access points are designed for a wide range of deployments, from branch offices to medium to large offices, schools, universities, hospitals, hotels and large retail shops. The access points can serve such a wide range of applications because they can be managed by any of Fortinet's control and management offerings: FortiGate, FortiWLC and FortiAP Cloud.
- Small/Medium Business
Retailers can streamline in-store WLAN deployment by combining Universal APs and FortiAP Cloud Management. Combined with FortiDeploy for zero-touch deployment, this provides a cost-effective solution for retail IT. - Education
The education sector is at increasing risk from cyber-attacks. This, combined with the requirements to protect minors from inappropriate materials, can make the use of WLAN challenging. A Secure Wireless Controller (FortiGate) ensures secure student access to learning resources, while FortiGuard services provide cybersecurity protection. - Healthcare
Patient safety is a top priority. Fortinet APs enable hospitals to improve patient safety by enabling vital applications such as telemetry that require low bandwidth but exceptionally high reliability. The dedicated wireless controller (integrated WLAN controller of each FortiGate security appliance) connected to the access points ensures that patient safety is paramount while providing improved performance for wireless-enabled medical devices.
Signal strength of the FortiAP 431F in different scenarios (ceiling mounted)
***These graphics show the propagation of the signal strength within the framework of standardised attenuation values for walls and sources of interference according to the respective material properties. Deviations in signal propagation are possible depending on the building material.
FortiCare Premium Support
FortiCare Premium covers the same features as the former FortiCare Support. FortiCare Premium is therefore suitable for devices that require a 24x7x365 response within one hour for both critical and non-critical issues.
With FortiCare Premium Support, you get world-class vendor support for your Fortinet solutions. An ongoing FortiCare license allows you to install firmware updates for your Fortinet appliance directly from the device. Fortinet provides technical support and return merchandise (RMA) services on an appliance-by-appliance basis with FortiCare for 24x7 support and timely problem resolution. FortiCare services support the entire Fortinet Security Fabric, enabling you to resolve diverse cross-product issues with a single solution. Flexible support options help your organization maximize uptime, security, and performance based on your business needs.
On request, we can also offer you FortiCare Essentials or FortiCare Elite. The features of the respective licenses can be found in the table below.
FortiCare Essential
FortiCare Essentials is the base-level service, which is specifically suited for units that require only a limited amount of support and can accept one business day response time for both critical and non-critical issues. This service is available only for FortiGate models 8x and below and for lower-end FortiWifi units.
FortiCare Elite
FortiCare Elite Services offers extended service level agreements (SLAs) and accelerated problem resolution. This enhanced support offering provides access to a dedicated support team. Ticket handling by a team of technical experts streamlines the solution. This option also provides extended End-of-Engineering Support (EoEs) of 18 months for added flexibility and access to the new FortiCare Elite Portal. This intuitive portal provides a single, unified view of device and security health.
FortiCare Included Features | Per-device Service Optionen | ||
---|---|---|---|
FortiCare | FortiCare | FortiCare | |
Hardware replacement (RMA) | Return and replacement only | Extended replacement (PRMA available) | Extended replacement (PRMA available) |
Web Support | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Telephone Support | - | ✓ | ✓ |
Firmware Updates | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Asset Management Portal | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Response time (critical issue) | Next business day | One hour | 15 minutes |
Response time (non critical issue) | Next business day | Next business day | 2 hours |
Extended End-of-Engineering-Support (E-EoES) for Long Term Supported Firmware (LTS about 18 months) | - | - | ✓ |
Portal for device insights and monitoring | - | - | ✓ |