Product Type | Network Device |
Model | FORTIWIFI 61F |
Form Factor | Desktop |
Power Requirements | 100-240V |
Max Power Consumption | 19 Watt |
Hard Drive Capacity | 128 GB |
Concurrent Sessions | 700000 |
New Sessions Per Second | 35000 |
Fortinet FortiWiFi-61F with 3YR FortiCare & FortiGuard Enterprise Protection



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- Bundled with 3 years of FortiCare Premium and FortiGuard Enterprise Protection for sustained performance and security updates
- High VPN and IPS throughput allows seamless encrypted traffic inspection and intrusion defense
- Compact desktop design with low power consumption makes it ideal for space-constrained environments
Product Overview
The Fortinet FortiWiFi-61F is a security-focused wireless appliance tailored for high-performance network environments. Equipped with both Gigabit Ethernet and 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac wireless networking protocols, it features a 3x3 MIMO configuration capable of managing dual-band frequencies (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz). This makes it suitable for high-density user areas and bandwidth-intensive applications. The unit supports up to 700,000 concurrent sessions and can handle 35,000 new sessions per second, enabling reliable performance for dynamic traffic loads. With a compact desktop form factor, it fits seamlessly into branch office or remote site infrastructures.
From a security and throughput perspective, the FortiWiFi-61F delivers up to 6.5 Gbps IPSec VPN throughput and 1.4 Gbps intrusion prevention performance. The included 3-year FortiCare Premium support ensures proactive hardware management, while FortiGuard Enterprise Protection offers real-time threat intelligence, antivirus, web filtering, and more. The unit has 12 networking ports and operates at a max power consumption of just 19 watts, offering an energy-efficient security solution. Its resilient architecture makes it a compelling choice for securing distributed networks without compromising speed or manageability.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Technology | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
MIMO Type | 3x3 MIMO |
Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
Radio Count | Single |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Inquire |
TAA Compliance | Inquire |
Certifications | FCC, CE, UL, IC |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Firewall Throughput | 10 Gbps |
IPSec VPN Throughput | 6.5 Gbps |
IPS Throughput | 1.4 Gbps |
Threat Protection Throughput | 700 Mbps |
SSL Inspection Throughput | 360 Mbps |
Antivirus | Yes (via FortiGuard) |
Web Filtering | Yes (via FortiGuard) |
Application Control | Yes |
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) | Yes |
Malware Protection | Yes (via FortiGuard) |
Content Filtering | Yes |
Interfaces
Networking Ports Quantity | 12 |
Data Link Protocols | Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Networking Type | Ethernet |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 8.5 Inch |
Depth | 6.3 Inch |
Height | 1.5 Inch |
Weight | 1.54 lbs |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature | -35°C to 70°C (-31°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Service & Support Type | 3 YEAR HARDWARE PLUS FORTICARE PREMIUM AND FORTIGUARD ENTERPRISE PROTECTION |
Cloud Management Platform | FortiCloud |
Licensing Term | 3 Years |