Model | FORTIWIFI 61F |
Product Type | Network Device |
Form Factor | Desktop |
Weight | 1.98 lbs (0.9 kg) |
Power Requirements | 100-240V AC, 50-60 Hz |
Max Power Consumption | 19 Watt |
Hard Drive Capacity | 128 GB (internal storage) |
Fortinet FortiWiFi-61F with 5-Year FortiGuard & FortiCare Bundle



Key Benefits

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- Bundled 5-year FortiCare and FortiGuard services provide long-term security and support value.
- High session and throughput capacity supports growing small business and branch office requirements.
- Dual-band wireless with 3x3 MIMO offers enhanced signal stability and broader coverage.
Product Overview
The Fortinet FortiWiFi-61F security appliance delivers enterprise-grade threat protection in a compact desktop package while integrating wireless networking capabilities. Featuring support for Gigabit Ethernet and dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi via a 3x3 MIMO radio system, it enables fast and secure networking across 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies. The unit also includes 12 network ports, allowing extensive local connectivity in decentralized or small office environments.
With impressive specs such as a VPN IPSec throughput of 6.5 Gbps and intrusion prevention throughput of 1.4 Gbps, this device is capable of handling up to 700,000 concurrent sessions and 35,000 new sessions per second. The FortiWiFi-61F is powered by efficient hardware consuming only 19 watts, and its compact build (8.5 x 6.3 x 1.5 inches) makes it suitable for space-constrained deployments.
Included in this package is a 5-year subscription to FortiCare Premium and FortiGuard Enterprise Protection—services that enhance ongoing device management, threat intelligence, and real-time defense updates. Businesses benefit from extended support and proactive security, ensuring both peace of mind and operational continuity.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standards | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
Wi-Fi Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
Number of Radios | 1 (dual-band) |
MIMO Configuration | 3x3 MIMO |
Antenna Type | Internal |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
TAA Compliance | No |
Certifications | FCC, CE, RCM, UL/cUL, CB |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Firewall Type | Stateful Inspection with Deep Packet Inspection |
Application Control | Yes |
Antivirus & Anti-Malware | Yes, via FortiGuard |
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) | Yes |
Web Filtering | Yes (FortiGuard) |
Sandboxing | Yes (via FortiSandbox Cloud) |
SSL Inspection | TLS 1.3 Full and Partial Inspection |
VPN Support | IPSec, SSL VPN |
Threat Intelligence | FortiGuard Security Services |
Interfaces
Networking / Ports Qty | 12 |
RJ45 GE Ports | 10 |
RJ45 PoE GE Ports | 0 |
SFP GE Ports | 2 |
Console Port | 1 (RJ45) |
USB Ports | 1 x USB 2.0 |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Throughput - Firewall | 10 Gbps |
IPS Throughput | 1.4 Gbps |
VPN IPSec Throughput | 6.5 Gbps |
Concurrent Sessions | 700,000 |
New Sessions Per Second | 35,000 |
Latency | <5 µs |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 8.5 in (216 mm) |
Depth | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -31°F to 158°F (-35°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
MTBF | 482,187 hours |
Cooling Method | Passive (Fanless) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | FortiOS Web UI, CLI, FortiManager compatible |
Included Subscription | 5-Year FortiCare Premium and FortiGuard Enterprise Protection |
Cloud Management | Supported via FortiCloud |