Product Type | Security Appliance |
Form Factor | Desktop |
Model | FWF-81F-2R-POE |
Weight | 1.34 kg |
Power Requirements | 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz |
Max Power Consumption | 131.3 Watt |
Hard Drive Capacity | 128 GB SSD |
Mounting Type | Desktop |
FORTINET FortiWiFi-81F-2R-POE with 5YR FortiGuard Protection



Key Benefits

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- Comprehensive 5-year service bundle ensures a low TCO and peace-of-mind through continuous support and threat updates
- Designed for branch-level deployments with a compact form factor and extensive port support
- Advanced wireless and throughput performance help future-proof network security architecture against growing threats
Product Overview
The FORTINET FortiWiFi-81F-2R-POE is a high-performing wireless security appliance designed for distributed networks and branch-level deployments. It supports dual-radio bands (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) over 2x2 MU-MIMO for reliable wireless coverage, with 14 ports and Gigabit Ethernet networking. The device can drive 1.4 Gbps IPS throughput and handle 1.5 million concurrent sessions, ensuring strong network traffic management. Compact in design, it includes 128 GB of storage, and comes bundled with 5 years of FortiCare Premium and FortiGuard Enterprise Protection, delivering advanced support and continuous threat protection.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Radio Count | Dual |
Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
MIMO Type | 2x2 MU-MIMO |
Antenna Type | Internal + SMA External |
Antenna Connectors | SMA |
Number of Antennas | 4 |
Max Wi-Fi Throughput | 867 Mbps |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | |
TAA Compliance | |
Certifications | FCC, CE, IC, RCM, VCCI, BSMI, UL/cUL |
Safety Standards | UL 60950-1 / IEC 60950-1 |
EMI/EMC Standards | FCC Part 15 Class B |
Advanced Security Features
Firewall Throughput | 1.0 Gbps (NGFW) |
VPN Throughput | 900 Mbps |
Firewall Technology | Stateful Inspection, Deep Packet Inspection |
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) | Yes |
Antivirus/Antimalware | Yes, via FortiGuard |
Application Control | Yes |
Web Filtering | Yes, via FortiGuard |
SSL Inspection | Yes |
Botnet Protection | Yes |
Sandboxing | Supported (via FortiSandbox) |
WAN Optimization | Yes |
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) | Yes |
Interfaces
Networking Type | Ethernet |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Networking / Ports Qty | 14 |
RJ-45 Ports | 12 x GE RJ45 |
PoE Ports | 2 x GE RJ45 PoE |
SFP Ports | 2 x GE SFP |
Console Port | 1 x RJ45 |
USB Ports | 1 x USB |
Throughput - IPS | 1.4 Gbps |
Concurrent Sessions | 1.5 Million |
New Sessions Per Second | 45000 |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 8.5 Inch |
Depth | 7 Inch |
Height | 2.4 Inch |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
Storage Temperature | -35°C to 70°C |
Humidity (Operating) | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
Humidity (Storage) | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Cooling Type | Fanless |
Noise Level | Silent Operation |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | FortiOS Web UI, CLI, FortiManager, FortiCloud |
Centralized Management | Supported via FortiManager |
Included Licensing | 5YR FortiCare Premium and FortiGuard Enterprise Protection |
Real-time Threat Intelligence | Included via FortiGuard |