Product Type | Security Appliance |
Model | FWF-81F-2R |
Form Factor | Desktop |
Weight | 1.87 lbs (0.85 kg) |
Hard Drive | 128 GB |
Max Power Consumption | 30.29 Watt |
Power / Voltage Required | 100-240V AC |
Concurrent Sessions | 1.5 Million |
New Sessions Per Second | 45000 |
IPS Throughput | 1.4 Gbps |
FortiWiFi-81F-2R with 3YR FortiCare Premium & FortiGuard Enterprise



Key Benefits

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- Bundled 3-year FortiCare Premium and FortiGuard service ensures proactive threat protection and dedicated support
- High-performance appliance with 1.4 Gbps IPS throughput and high session capacity makes it suitable for demanding networks
- Compact desktop form factor with energy-efficient design is ideal for branch and remote offices
Product Overview
The Fortinet FortiWiFi-81F-2R is a high-performance security appliance designed for small to mid-sized enterprise environments. Featuring support for dual-band wireless (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) and 2x2 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi, it provides fast and efficient wireless networking through SMA antenna connectors. Capable of 1.4 Gbps IPS throughput and managing up to 1.5 million concurrent sessions, this desktop appliance meets the demands of high-traffic branches.
The system includes 14 Ethernet ports and low power consumption of 30.29W, offering robust connectivity in a compact form factor (8.5" x 7" x 2.4"). Embedded 128 GB storage supports onboard security processing. Bundled with 3-Year FortiCare Premium and FortiGuard Enterprise Protection, it ensures continuous protection, timely updates, and optimal network control—making it a smart investment for secure, scalable deployments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
Radio Count | Dual |
Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
Wi‑Fi Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2 |
MIMO Type | 2x2 MU-MIMO |
Antenna Type | External |
Antenna Connectors | SMA |
Number of Antennas | 2 |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliance | Inquire |
Country of Origin | Inquire |
Certifications | FCC, CE, IC, RCM, VCCI, UL/cUL, CB |
Environmental Standards | RoHS, REACH |
Advanced Security Features
Firewall Throughput | 1.2 Gbps |
VPN Throughput | 750 Mbps |
Threat Protection Throughput | 600 Mbps |
Application Control | Yes |
Web Filtering | Yes |
Antivirus / Antimalware | Yes |
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) | Yes |
SSL Inspection | Yes |
Sandboxing | Yes, via FortiSandbox |
Advanced Threat Protection | Yes |
DNS Filtering | Yes |
Interfaces
Networking Type | Ethernet |
Networking / Ports Qty | 14 |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
USB Ports | 2 x USB 3.0 |
Console Ports | 1 x RJ45 Console Port |
WAN Ports | 2 x GE RJ45 |
LAN Ports | 12 x GE RJ45 |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 8.5 Inch |
Depth | 7 Inch |
Height | 2.4 Inch |
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 |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Cooling | Fanless |
Mount Type | Desktop / Wall Mount |
Enclosure Type | Metal |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Service & Support Type | 3 YEAR HARDWARE PLUS FORTICARE PREMIUM AND FORTIGUARD ENTERPRISE PROTECTION |
Cloud Management | Supported via FortiCloud |
Subscription Services Included | FortiCare Premium, FortiGuard Enterprise Protection |
Centralized Management | Supported via FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer |