FAP-421E, Fortinet FAP-421E Indoor Wireless AP, 2x GE RJ45, 4x4 MU-MIMO, 802.11ac Wave 2

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    Overview
    End-of-Life Notice
    End-of-Life Notice
    FAP-421E is officially EOL. Service support ends on 2026-06-14.
    For full lifecycle details, see FAP-421E EOL.

    Fortinet FAP-421E Overview

    FortiAP access points are managed centrally by theintegrated WLAN controller of any FortiGate securityappliance or can be managed through the free FortiCloudprovisioning and management portal.

    Quick Specs

    Table 1 shows the Quick Specs.

    Product Code

    FAP-421E

    Length x Width x Height

    8.5 x 8.5 x 2.2 inches (215 x 215 x 56 mm)

    Hardware Type

    Indoor AP

    Number of Radios

    2

    Number of Antennas

    8 Internal

    Antenna Type and Peak Gain

    PIFA: 4 dBi for 2.4 GHz, 5 dBi for 5 GHz

    Frequency Bands (GHz)

    2.400C2.4835, 5.150C5.250, 5.250C5.350, 5.470C5.725, 5.725C5.850

    Radio 1 Capabilities

    2.4 GHz b/g/n (4x4:4 stream) 20/40 MHz (256 QAM)

    Radio 2 Capabilities

    5 GHz a/n/ac (4x4:4 stream) 20/40/80 MHz (256 QAM)

    Maximum Data Rate

    Radio 1: up to 800 Mbps

    Radio 2: up to 1,733 Mbps

    Product Details

    Fortinet FortiAP Seriesprovides these features:

    Unified Management

    Unified management console simplifiesoperations, ensuring consistent andeffective policy enforcement andcompliance.

    Advanced Security Protection

    Wireless LAN security done right, fromthe leader in network security. IntegratedFirewall, IPS, Application Control, andWeb Filtering protect the wireless LANfrom the latest security threats.

    Built-in Wi-Fi Security

    Protects the network from advancedwireless threats and satisfies PCI DSScompliance.

    FortiAP 421Eprovides these highlights:

    - 802.11ac Wave 2

    - Dual Radio 2.4 and 5 GHz

    - 8 Internal/External Antennas

    - 4x4 MU-MIMO

    - Up to 800 + 1,733 Mbps

    Compare to Similar Items

    Table 2shows the comparison.

    Product Code

    FAP-221E

    FAP-421E

    Length x Width x Height

    6.3 x 6.3 x 1.85 inches(160 x 160 x 47 mm)

    8.5 x 8.5 x 2.2 inches (215 x 215 x 56 mm)

    Hardware Type

    Indoor AP

    Indoor AP

    Number of Radios

    2 + 1 BT/BLE

    2

    Number of Antennas

    4 Internal + 1 Internal BT/BLE

    8 Internal

    Radio 1 Capabilities

    2.4 GHz b/g/n (2x2:2 stream)

    20/40 MHz (256 QAM)

    2.4 GHz b/g/n (4x4:4 stream) 20/40 MHz (256 QAM)

    Radio 2 Capabilities

    5 GHz a/n/ac (2x2:2 stream)

    20/40/80 MHz (256 QAM)

    5 GHz a/n/ac (4x4:4 stream) 20/40/80 MHz (256 QAM)

    Maximum Data Rate

    Radio 1: up to 400 Mbps

    Radio 2: up to 867 Mbps

    Radio 1: up to 800 Mbps

    Radio 2: up to 1,733 Mbps

    Bluetooth Low Energy (BT/BLE) Radio

    Bluetooth scanning and iBeacon advertisement @ 4 dBm max TX power

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    Quality Certifications

    • ISO 14001
    • ISO 9001
    • RoHS
    • REACH
    • CE
    • FCC
    Specification

    Fortinet FAP-421E Specification

    FAP-421E Specification

    Hardware

    Hardware Type

    Indoor AP

    Number of Radios

    2

    Number of Antennas

    8 Internal

    Antenna Type and Peak Gain

    PIFA: 4 dBi for 2.4 GHz, 5 dBi for 5 GHz

    Frequency Bands (GHz)*

    2.4002.4835, 5.1505.250, 5.2505.350, 5.4705.725, 5.7255.850

    Radio 1 Capabilities

    2.4 GHz b/g/n (4x4:4 stream) 20/40 MHz (256 QAM)

    Radio 2 Capabilities

    5 GHz a/n/ac (4x4:4 stream) 20/40/80 MHz (256 QAM)

    Maximum Data Rate

    Radio 1: up to 800 Mbps

    Radio 2: up to 1,733 Mbps

    Bluetooth Low Energy (BT/BLE) Radio

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    Interfaces

    2x 10/100/1000 Base-T RJ45, 1x Type A USB, 1x RS-232 RJ45 Serial Port

    Power over Ethernet (PoE)

    Dual redundant PoE power ports with support for IEEE 802.3at (2x2 operation with 802.3af)

    Simultaneous SSIDs

    Up to 16 (14 if background scanning enabled)

    EAP Type(s)

    EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS/MSCHAPv2, EAPv0/EAP-MSCHAPv2, PEAPv1/EAP-GTC, EAP-SIM, EAP-AKA, EAP-FAST

    User/Device Authentication

    WPAand WPA2with 802.1x or Preshared key, WEP, Web Captive Portal, MAC blacklist & whitelist

    Maximum Tx Power

    2.4 GHz: 24 dBm / 251 mW (4 chains combined)*

    5 GHz: 25 dBm / 316 mW (4 chains combined)*

    Kensington Lock

    Yes

    IEEE Standards

    802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11d, 802.11e, 802.11g, 802.11h, 802.11i, 802.11j, 802.11k, 802.11n, 802.11r, 802.11v, 802.11ac, 802.1X, 802.3ad, 802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3az

    SSID Types Supported

    Local-Bridge, Tunnel, Mesh

    Per Radio Client Capacity

    Up to 512

    Cellular Co-existence

    No

    LED Off Mode

    Yes

    Advanced 802.11 Features

    802.11ac MU-MIMO Wave 2

    Yes

    Transmit Beam Forming (TxBF)

    Yes

    Low-Density Parity Check (LDPC) Encoding

    Yes

    Maximum Likelihood Demodulation (MLD)

    Yes

    Maximum Ratio Combining (MRC)

    Yes

    A-MPDU and A-MSDU Packet Aggregation

    Yes

    MIMO Power Save

    Yes

    Short Guard Interval

    Yes

    Wireless Monitoring Capabilities

    Rogue Scan Radio Modes

    Background, Full-time

    WIPS / WIDS Radio Modes

    Background, Full-time

    Packet Sniffer Mode

    Yes

    Spectrum Analyzer

    Yes

    Dimensions

    Length x Width x Height

    8.5 x 8.5 x 2.2 inches (215 x 215 x 56 mm)

    Mounting Options

    Ceiling, T-Rail, and Wall

    Included Accessories

    Mount kits for Ceiling, T-Rail, and Wall

    Environment

    Power Supply

    SP-FAP400-PA-XX, GPI-115, or GPI-130

    Power Consumption (Max.)

    23 W max power draw in 802.3at mode and 12.95 W max power draw when in 802.3af power mode (operates in 2x2 mode)

    Humidity

    590% non-condensing

    Operating / Storage Temperature

    -4122°F (-2050°C) / -40158°F (-4070°C)

    Directives  

    Low Voltage Directive RoHS

    UL2043 Plenum Material

    Yes

    Mean Time Between Failures

    >30 Years

    IP Rating

    \

    Surge Protection Built In

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    Hit-less PoE Failover

    Yes

    Certifications

    Wi-Fi Alliance Certified

    Yes

    DFS

    FCC, IC, CE, Japan, Taiwan, Korea

    Warranty

    Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Yes

    *Frequency selection and power may be restricted to abide by regional regulatory compliance laws.

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    Questions & Answers

    What common issues occur with the Fortinet FAP-421E?

    Common issues include connectivity problems and incorrect mounting. Ensuring proper installation and frequently updating the firmware can mitigate most issues.

    What accessories are available for the Fortinet FAP-421E?

    Accessories include the Gigabit PoE injector (model: GPI-130) and compatible power adapters for different regions.

    How does the Fortinet FAP-421E compare with similar products?

    The FAP-421E stands out with its 4x4 MU-MIMO support and dual radio capabilities, offering superior performance compared to traditional 802.11ac access points.

    How do I power the Fortinet FAP-421E?

    The FAP-421E can be powered via a Gigabit PoE injector (model: GPI-130) or an appropriate power adapter, which is not included in the package.

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