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Fortinet FortiAP Access Points – Secure and High-Performance Wi-Fi Hardware
Fortinet FortiAP Access Points provide businesses with a reliable, scalable, and secure wireless infrastructure. Fully integrated into the Fortinet Security Fabric, they enable centralized management and seamless coordination of LAN and WLAN security. This ensures not only excellent performance but also comprehensive protection for your wireless networks.
The Access Points support the latest Wi-Fi standards such as Wi-Fi 6/6E and are suitable for offices, schools, branch locations, and industrial environments. Features like automatic channel optimization, load balancing, and seamless roaming guarantee stable, high-bandwidth connections at all times.
In combination with FortiGate Firewalls or FortiLAN Cloud, FortiAPs can be centrally configured, monitored, and secured. This gives you full control over your wireless networks, prevents unauthorized access, and ensures efficient use of your network resources.
The FortiAP-233G supports the new 6 GHz band, has OFDMA, a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port and an additional 1 Gbps Ethernet port for PoE diversity. The APs can provide 24/7 scanning across all bands and simultaneous access to the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, or 2.4 GHz and dual 5 GHz service, or the AP can be configured to access the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands simultaneously, and the 6 GHz band. The built-in 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 üvia the integrated Wifi controller of any FortiGate firewall or üvia the deployment and management portal of the FortiAP Cloud, 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 makes it easy to manage wired and wireless security from a single, slick management console, protecting your network from the latest security threats.
- Unified management
The unified management console simplifies operations and ensures consistency in effective policy enforcement and compliance. - Advanced Security Protection
Wireless LAN security from the market leader in network security. Integrated firewall, IPS, application control and web filtering protect the Wifi 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 üto medium to large Büros, schools, universities, hospitals, hotels and large retail stores. 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
Single retailers can streamline the deployment of Wifi in stores 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 Wifi a challenge. A Secure Wireless Controller (FortiGate) provides 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 Wifi controller of each FortiGate security appliance) connected to the access points ensures that patient safety is paramount while providing enhanced performance for wireless-enabled medical devices.
Signal strength of the FortiAP 233G 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.
The FortiAP 234G is a powerful outdoor access point with dual-band 802.11ac Wave 2 technology and MU-MIMO support. Ideal for demanding corporate networks, it offers fast, reliable connections and maximum security thanks to the Fortinet security architecture.
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.
This robust 802.11ax AP for indoor and outdoor use has three radios for tri-band access to a radio that supports four spatial streams.
These powerful Wi-Fi 7 indoor APs have four radios and four spatial streams. These access points support the 6 GHz band and have 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports. The APs can enable 24/7 scanning in all frequency bands while still having access in 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz.
These powerful Wi-Fi 7 indoor APs have four radios and four spatial streams. These access points support the 6 GHz band and have 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports. The APs can enable 24/7 scanning in all frequency bands while still having access in 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz.
This enterprise-class, high-throughput 802.11ax indoor AP offers three radios and 8 spatial streams. This top-of-the-line access point supports OFDMA, a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port and an additional 1 Gbps Ethernet port for PoE diversity. The AP can provide 24/7 scanning across both BNDs while simultaneously providing access to the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands. The integrated BLE radio can be used for beacons and location applications.
FortiAP access points are managed free of charge and centrally üvia the integrated Wifi controller of any FortiGate firewall or üvia the deployment and management portal of the FortiAP Cloud, 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 makes it easy to manage wired and wireless security from a single, slick management console, protecting your network from the latest security threats.
- Unified management
The unified management console simplifies operations and ensures consistency in effective policy enforcement and compliance. - Advanced Security Protection
Wireless LAN security from the market leader in network security. Integrated firewall, IPS, application control and web filtering protect the Wifi 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 üto medium to large Büros, schools, universities, hospitals, hotels and large retail stores. 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
Single retailers can streamline the deployment of Wifi in stores 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 Wifi a challenge. A Secure Wireless Controller (FortiGate) provides 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 Wifi controller of each FortiGate security appliance) connected to the access points ensures that patient safety is paramount while providing enhanced performance for wireless-enabled medical devices.
Signal strength of the FortiAP 831F in different scenarios (Ceiling mounting)

***These graphics show the propagation of the signal strength within the framework of standardized attenuation values for walls and interference sources according to the respective material properties. Deviations in the signal propagation are possible depending on the building substance.
The FortiAP 221E is a dual-radio 802.11ac AP for medium-density indoor environments, including hotspots or social WiFi deployments. The smoke detector form factor of the FortiAP 221E is ideal for discreet installations, such as classrooms or retail shops. As a dual-radio and dual-band device, the FortiAP 221E supports simultaneous client connection with rogue AP scanning for PCI compliance.
FortiAP access points are managed free of charge and centrally via the built-in WLAN controller of any FortiGate security appliance or via the FortiAP Cloud deployment and management portal, 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 makes it easy to manage 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 ensures consistency in effective policy enforcement and compliance. - Advanced Security Protection
Wireless LAN security from the market leader in network security. Integrated 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 range 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 a challenge. A Secure Wireless Controller (FortiGate) provides 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 like 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. |

***These graphs show the propagation of the signal strength within the framework of standardized attenuation values for walls and noise sources according to the respective material properties. Deviations in signal propagation are possible depending on the building material.
The FortiAP 223E is a dual-radio 802.11ac AP for medium-density indoor environments, including hotspots or social WiFi deployments. The FortiAP 223E's RP-SMA antenna connectors allow it to be installed as directional or panel antennas, providing a range of antenna options in environments with demanding coverage requirements. As a dual-radio and dual-band device, the FortiAP 223E supports simultaneous client connection with rogue AP scanning for PCI compliance.
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 223E 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.
The Forti AP 231K is an advanced Indoor Wireless Access Point equipped with the latest Wi-Fi 7 technology. With support for Tri-Band connections (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz), this Access Point offers exceptional performance and capacity for modern networking requirements. The Forti AP 231K utilizes 2x2x2 Streams and 3 Radios to ensure optimal network coverage, even in demanding and dense environments.
Thanks to its innovative Wi-Fi 7 technology, the Forti AP 231K provides higher speeds, lower latency, and improved efficiency when connecting multiple devices simultaneously. This makes it ideal for use in businesses, schools, and large offices that require a reliable and fast WLAN connection.
The Access Point offers a variety of connectivity options, including a 100/1000/2500/5000 Base-T RJ45 port for fast wired connections, as well as BT/BLE support for additional wireless applications. The RS-232 RJ45 Serial Port enables easy and flexible integration into existing network infrastructures.
For easy installation, a ceiling/wall mounting kit is included, allowing the Forti AP 231K to be quickly and easily mounted in various environments. Thanks to the internal antennas, the Access Point remains compact and discreet without compromising on performance.
The FortiAP 234F is a triple-radio 802.11ax AP for outdoor environments with medium endpoint density, including hotspots or social WiFi deployments. As a triple-radio and dual-band device, the FortiAP 234F supports simultaneous client connection with rogue AP scanning for PCI compliance.
FortiAP access points are managed free of charge and centrally via the built-in WLAN controller of any FortiGate security appliance or via the FortiAP Cloud deployment and management portal, 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
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. Integrated 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 stores. 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 facing increasing risk from cyberattacks. This, combined with requirements to protect minors from inappropriate materials, can make WLAN deployment challenging. A Secure Wireless Controller (FortiGate) ensures students have secure 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) associated with the access points keeps patient safety top of mind while providing improved performance for wireless-enabled medical devices.
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Signal strength of the FortiAP 234F in different scenarios (Wall mounting)

***These graphics show the propagation of the signal strength within the framework of standardized attenuation values for walls and interference sources according to the respective material properties. Deviations in the signal propagation are possible depending on the building substance.
The FortiAP 23JF is a triple-radio 802.11ax AP for indoor environments with medium endpoint density, including hotspots or social WiFi deployments. As a triple-radio and dual-band device, the FortiAP 432F supports simultaneous client connection with rogue AP scanning for PCI compliance.
FortiAP access points are managed free of charge and centrally via the built-in WLAN controller of any FortiGate security appliance or via the FortiAP Cloud deployment and management portal, 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
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. Integrated 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 stores. 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 facing increasing risk from cyberattacks. This, combined with requirements to protect minors from inappropriate materials, can make WLAN deployment challenging. A Secure Wireless Controller (FortiGate) ensures students have secure 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) associated with the access points keeps patient safety top of mind while providing improved performance for wireless-enabled medical devices.
Signal strength of the FortiAP 23JF in different scenarios (Ceiling mounting)

***These graphics show the propagation of the signal strength within the framework of standardized attenuation values for walls and interference sources according to the respective material properties. Deviations in the signal propagation are possible depending on the building substance.
Fortinet FortiAP FAP-23JK – High-Performance Wi-Fi 7 Access Point with Tri-Band Support
The FortiAP FAP-23JK is a state-of-the-art Wi-Fi 7 access point for indoor use, offering tri-radio technology and two simultaneous data streams. With support for the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands as well as 24/7 background scanning, it ensures seamless performance and security. Equipped with one 10-Gigabit and three 1-Gigabit Ethernet ports (including PSE-Out), it is ideal for high-performance enterprise networks. The integrated BLE/ZigBee function enables innovative location and beacon applications.
The FortiAP 241K is a reliable and high-performance access point equipped with cutting-edge Wi-Fi 6 technology. It has been specifically designed for medium to large networks that require high performance and scalability. With its high transmission speed, enhanced capacity, and reduced latency, the FortiAP 241K is ideal for environments with a large number of users and devices.
Thanks to seamless integration into the Fortinet Security Fabric, the FortiAP 241K not only provides excellent network performance but also comprehensive security features that protect your network from modern threats. Intelligent traffic management and efficient power management make this access point an ideal solution for demanding IT environments.
The FortiAP 241K is a reliable and high-performance access point equipped with cutting-edge Wi-Fi 6 technology. It has been specifically designed for medium to large networks that require high performance and scalability. With its high transmission speed, enhanced capacity, and reduced latency, the FortiAP 241K is ideal for environments with a large number of users and devices.
Thanks to seamless integration into the Fortinet Security Fabric, the FortiAP 241K not only provides excellent network performance but also comprehensive security features that protect your network from modern threats. Intelligent traffic management and efficient power management make this access point an ideal solution for demanding IT environments.
State-of-the-art Wi-Fi 7 Technology
Wi-Fi 7 enables extremely high speeds, minimal latencies, and improved spectral efficiency. Ideal for high client densities as well as bandwidth-intensive applications like video streaming, IoT communication, or real-time data processing.Flexible Connectivity & Easy Integration
With a 5G RJ45 port, a 10G SFP+ port, and Bluetooth/BLE, the device offers versatile connection options. An RS-232 RJ45 serial port further facilitates technical management and on-site diagnosis.- 1× 5G RJ45 network port
- 1× 10G SFP+ port for high-speed uplink
- Bluetooth / BLE for IoT devices and location services
- 1× RS-232 RJ45 serial port
Robust & Versatile Mounting
Thanks to its weatherproof design, the access point is well suited for outdoor use. The included mounting kit allows both pole and wall mounting—for maximum flexibility during installation.Highlights at a Glance
- Outdoor wireless access point – tri-radio Wi-Fi 7
- High performance & low latency
- 1× 5G RJ45 + 1× 10G SFP+ port
- BT/BLE for IoT and tracking functions
- RS-232 RJ45 serial port
- Weatherproof enclosure for outdoor use
- Pole and wall mounting kit included
- Region Code E
The FortiAP U433F access point supports the latest 802.11ax Wifi-6 standard, enabling transmission rates of up to 4.8GBit per 5GHz radio. The access point includes a 5GHz radio, a radio that can operate in 2.4 or 5GHz mode and a 2.4GHz radio with up to 300MBit transmission speed. In addition, you have the option of operating the device 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 unit has external antennas.
The U-Series Advantage
Enjoy the advantage of single-channel technology by managing your U-Series FortiAP through a FortiWLC controller.
Please note that the single-channel technology feature is NOT possible with the FAPU431F .
The FortiAP-U family is perfect for everything from a large campus to hundreds of branch offices, offering a variety of form factors and power levels. FortiAP-U access points are free and centrally managed via the built-in Wifi controller of any FortiGate security appliance, via the also free FortiAP Cloud deployment and management portal, or via standalone controllers (FortiWLC). Protect your LAN edge from campus to branch office with these high-performance APs.
- Universal Access Management>
Ability to intelligently support standalone controllers (FortiWLC), integrated security controllers (FortiGate) and cloud management options; and set a new benchmark for flexibility, performance and security. - Latest Wifi technologies
Wi-Fi 6 technology with data rates up to 4.8 Gbps and OFDMA improves client throughput and overall network efficiency. - Unmatched security protection
Integrates with Fortinet's Security Fabric to provide unparalleled cybersecurity protection at the edge of the network.
Highlights
Fortinet Universal 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. Universal 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 Wi-Fi 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 Wifi challenging. The integrated 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 Universal 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 Wifi controller of each FortiGate security appliance) connected to the universal access points ensures that patient safety is paramount while providing improved performance for wireless-enabled medical devices.
Signal strength of the FortiAP U433F 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.