8/28/2018
FortiAP 221E, 223EQuickStart Guide ( Gen 2)
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FortiAP Device QuickStart Guide
Wall Mounting Har dware and Screw Set 4x Antennas
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Before YouBegin
Write down details typically provided by your network administrator or ISP.
Static IPaddress
IPaddress ___________________
Subnet Mask ___________________
Default Gateway ___________________
Primary/Secondary DNS ___________________
DHCP
It is normal to not require a hostname, but your ISP might require it.
Hostname ___________________
QuickStart Guide Video
https://video.fortinet.com/video/177/
fortigate-and-fortiap
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FortiAP 221E - Device Rear
LAN/PoE
Power connection
for optional power
adapter.
12V DC,
center positive.
LAN/PoE
Power connection
for optional power
adapter.
12V DC,
center positive.
2.4 GHz
Antenna
5.0 GHz
Antenna
2.4 GHz
Antenna
5.0 GHz
Antenna
FortiAP 223E - Device Rear
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The unit can be mounted on a wall or ceiling using the mounting hardware
provided.
The electrical wall box must be pre-installed.
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Basic Connection
WAN/POE
Network Core/FortiGate
Connect the FortiAP device to a FortiGate controller or an Internet connection.
Ensure that the Power over Ethernet (PoE) cable is connected to an applicable
port on your FortiGate device or PoE injector.
Caution: Adequate grounding must be provided to the FortiAP unit and the
PoE injector, in compliance with your local electrical code or regulations.
Warning: This device complies with IEEE 802.3af PoE specification. Do not
use any PoE injectors that are not IEEE 802.3af compliant as they may
damage your device.
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