Product Type | Semi-Rugged Wireless WAN Router |
Deployment Use | Vehicle and Operational Technology (OT) Use |
Form Factor | Desktop / Wall-Mount / Vehicle Mount |
Weight | 1.36 kg (3 lb) |
Power Requirements | 12V DC input, 2A (typical) |
Power Input Range | 9V to 36V DC |
Mounting Options | DIN rail, wall, and vehicle mounting supported |
FORTINET HW FEV-212F Semi-Rugged Dual Modem WWAN Router

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- Optimized for vehicle and OT deployments requiring broadband wireless connectivity
- Dual-modem design ensures high-speed failover and consistent uptime across 4G/LTE networks
- Supports global carrier flexibility, maximizing deployment ROI across diverse regions
Product Overview
The FORTINET HW FEV-212F FortiExtenderVehicle is a semi-rugged wireless WAN router designed for vehicle and OT-based deployments. It features dual LTE CAT-12 modems with up to 600 Mbps download and 150 Mbps upload speeds, ensuring reliable and high-speed mobile connectivity. With 1 GE WAN and 4 GE LAN RJ45 ports, dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi, and integrated GPS/GNSS systems, the unit supports advanced networking and location tracking. It is suitable for global operation across EU/APEC and LATAM carriers, though requires an external LTE antenna (not included). Ideal for fleets, transit systems, and field OT networks.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standards | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (Dual-Band) |
Wi-Fi Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
Wi-Fi Max Clients | Up to 32 |
MIMO Technology | 2x2 MIMO Wi-Fi |
Carrier Aggregation | Supported (LTE-A CAT-12) |
GNSS Support | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Inquire |
TAA Compliance | Inquire |
Safety Certifications | UL/cUL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, CB |
EMC Certifications | FCC Part 15B, CE, ICES-003 |
Mobile Certifications | GCF, PTCRB, AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile (US); EU Carrier Certified |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
REACH Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Modem Failover | Automatic failover between dual modems |
VPN Support | Pass-through and IPsec/VPN over cellular |
Firewall Capability | Integrated Layer-3 Stateful Firewall |
Content Filtering | Optional via integration with FortiGate |
Interfaces
WAN Ports | 1 x GE RJ45 WAN |
LAN Ports | 4 x GE RJ45 LAN |
USB Ports | 1 x USB 2.0 Type A |
Console Port | 1 x RJ45 Serial Port (Console) |
Cellular Modem | 2 x LTE CAT-12 Modems |
Cellular Ports | 4 x SMA connectors (cellular), 2 per modem |
GNSS/GPS Connector | 1 x SMA connector |
Wi-Fi Antennas | 2 x RP-SMA connectors |
Max Download Speed | 600 Mbps |
Max Upload Speed | 150 Mbps |
Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 202 x 149 x 44 mm (7.95 x 5.87 x 1.73 in) |
Operating Temperature | -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Enclosure Type | Metal (Semi-Rugged) |
Cooling | Fanless, passive cooling |
Ingress Protection | IP30 Rated |
Shock & Vibration | EN 60068-2-6, EN 60068-2-27 compliant |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management Platform | FortiManager / FortiCloud |
Zero Touch Deployment | Supported via FortiDeploy |
Remote Configuration | Yes via Web UI, CLI, FortiManager |
Licensing Model | Perpetual hardware license, optional FortiCare Support |
Firmware/OS | FortiExtender OS |