Fortinet FortiAP 231FL User manual

QuickStart Guide
FortiAP 231FL
FAP-231FL

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This guide covers: FAP-231FL

Package Contents
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FortiAP 231FL
FAP-231FL
FortiAP Device
8x Mounting Screws with 8x Anchors
9/16” Ceiling
Mounting Bracket
15/16” Ceiling
Mounting Bracket
QuickStart Guide
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The Essentials
For a detailed FortiAP setup and configuration information, refer to the Admin
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Default Logins
https://192.168.1.2
Username: admin
Password: leave blank
https://fortilan.forticloud.com
Username: user-defined
Password:user-defined
Admin Guide
Customer Service
Self-service Resources
Thank you for choosing Fortinet

Setup Options
Power the FortiAP device with a 802.3af/at PoE injector, FortiGate PoE port or
the optional (not included) 12V 2.5A power adapter.
FortiAP Cloud
Ethernet Cable
(not included)
FortiAP
LAN Port
FortiAP
LAN Port
FortiAP
LAN Port
FortiGate
Ethernet Port
FortiGate
Ethernet Port
Same Network
Note: Use your FortiCloud credentials to log in, then click Inventory,
Import AP Key and enter the Cloud Key on the device sticker
Note: To self-configure, preauthorize the FortiAP on your FortiGate
Otherwise once connected, wait for the FortiAP to appear on the
Managed FortiAP page in FortiOS.
Note: Connect to the FortiAP using 192.168.1.2 with username admin
and a blank password. Specify the FortiGate IP using:
cfg -a AC_IPADDR=0.0.0.0
cfg -c
where 0.0.0.0 is the FortiGate IP.
Direct Connection
Network Connection
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1
1
2
3
3 4
3
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FortiAP Cloud
Ethernet Cable
(not included)
Ethernet Cable
(not included)
2
2
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https://fortilan.forticloud.com

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Bracket Installation
The FortiAP mounts on a ceiling using the provided T-rail mounting brackets
which come in two standard sizes: 1.43cm (9/16in) and 2.38cm (15/16in).
1. Select the bracket for the T-rail size: 1.43cm (9/16in) or 2.38cm (15/16in)
2. With the ports facing you, slide the bracket left to right
3. Hold the device against the ceiling T-rail and push until it snaps into place

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Interfaces - FAP 231FL
System Status LED Indicators
Scanning
Off: Scanning disabled
Amber:Scanning enabled

Off: Radio 1 & 2 are off
Blue: Radio 1 is on
Blinking Blue: Radio 1 is transmitting data
Amber: Radio 2 is on
Blinking Amber: Radio 2 is transmitting data
Green: Radio 1 & 2 are on
Blinking Green: Radio 1 & 2 are transmitting data

Off: Link is off
Green: Link is on
Blinking Green: Transmitting at 1Gbps
Blinking Amber: Transmitting at 100Mbps

Off:Link is off
Green: Link is on
Blinking Green: Transmitting at 1Gbps
Blinking Amber: Transmitting at 100Mbps

Off: Device is off
Green: Device is on
Blinking Green: Booting up
Amber: Reserved for customizations
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
CONSOLE (RJ-45) CLI management computer interface
LAN1/POE GE (RJ-45) 1 Gbps 802.3at PoE Ethernet interface
USB 3.0 (Type A) software enabled power through the GPIO, 9A/5V
LAN2 GE (RJ-45) 1 Gbps Ethernet interface
RESET resets the device
OPTIONAL POWER (12V DC) Optional 12V DC 2.5A adapter
2 3 4 56 7

12 13


Ambient operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C.
Refer to specific Product Model Data Sheet for Environmental Specifications (Operating Temperature, Storage Temperature, Humidity, and
Altitude).
Référez à la Fiche Technique de ce produit pour les caractéristiques environnementales (Température de fonctionnement, température de
stockage, humidité et l’altitude).
Safety
 This equipment is to be used in a Network Environment 0 per IECTR 62101. This product is connected only to PoE networks
without routing to the outside plant.
Attention: Ce matériel doit être utilisé dans un Environnement Réseau 0 par IECTR 62101. Ce produit est uniquement connecté aux
réseaux PoE sans installation externe de routage.
This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Direct Plug-In Power Unit marked LPS or Class 2 and rated 12 Vdc, 2.5A or by 54 Vdc
from PoE source.
Le produit doit être alimenté par un bloc d’alimentation à courant continu homologué UL de 12 Vdc, 2.5A nominal marqué LPS ou Class 2 ou



This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:


This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, it
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Caution: Operation of this device is restricted to indoor use only.

This device meets all the other requirements specified in Part 15E, Section 15.407 of the FCC Rules.




This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s
licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.This device may not cause interference.
2.This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement
économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:

2.L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Pour les produits disponibles aux États-Unis / Canada du marché, seul le canal 1 à 11 peuvent être exploités. Sélection d’autres canaux
n’est pas possible.
This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements ISED établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipe-
ment doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.

e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and non-point-to-point operation as appropriate.

pour l’exploitation point à point et non point à point, selon le cas.

mobile satellite systems.

systèmes mobiles par satellite co-canal.
(iii) where applicable, antenna type(s), antenna models(s), and worst-case tilt angle(s) necessary to remain compliant with the e.i.r.p.

(iii) lorsqu’il y a lieu, les types d’antennes (s’il y en a plusieurs), les numéros de modèle de l’antenne et les pires angles d’inclinaison néces-

indiqués.

with maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated
for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
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énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal. Les types d’antenne non inclus dans cette liste, et dont le gain est supérieur au
gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l’exploitation de l’émetteur.
This device and it’s antennas(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except in accor-
dance with IC multi-transmitter product procedures.
Cet appareil et son antenne (s) ne doit pas être co-localisés ou fonctionnement en association avec une autre antenne ou transmetteur.
Antenna Type PIFA
Antenna Connnector i-pex(MHF)
Antenna No. Gain (dBi)
2.4~2.4835GHz 5.180~5.825GHz
1 Chain0 4.9 5.2
2 Chain1 3.8 5.5
3 Scan 4.0 5.1
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This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to
take adequate measures.
The product transmits within the frequency ranges and less than or equal to the power listed below:
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This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.

This declaration is only valid for Fortinet products (including, combinations of software, firmware and hardware) provided by Fortinet or
Fortinet’s authorized partners to the end customer directly for use within the EU or countries that have implemented the EU Directives
and/or spectrum regulation. Any Fortinet products not obtained directly from Fortinet or Fortinet’s authorized partners may not comply with
EU Directives and Fortinet makes no assurances for such products.
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

Frequency Range (MHz) Max. Transmit Power (dBm)
  
  
  
  

The product transmits within the frequency ranges and less than or equal to the power listed below:





This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This product is in compliance with Statutory Instrument 1206 Radio Equipment Regulations 2017
The full Declaration of Conformity for this product is available in the link below:
https://site.fortinet.com/ProductRegulatory/UK

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