Product Type | Access Point |
Model | FORTIAP-431G |
Part Number | FAP-431G-N |
Form Factor | Ceiling or wall mountable indoor access point |
Environment | Indoor |
Weight | 1.98 lbs (0.9 kg) |
Max Power Consumption | 31.7 Watt |
Power Supply | PoE++ (802.3bt) |
MIMO Type | 4x4 MIMO |
Data Transfer Rate | 5 Gbps |
Fortinet FortiAP-431G Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6E Access Point



Key Benefits

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- Supports tri-band concurrent connections, enabling high performance in dense wireless environments
- Unified management simplifies IT operations and ensures consistent policy enforcement
- Limited lifetime warranty provides long-term investment protection
Product Overview
The Fortinet FortiAP-431G is a next-generation tri-radio indoor wireless access point that supports Wi-Fi 6E (IEEE 802.11ax) to provide enhanced performance, efficiency, and coverage in modern enterprise networks. With dedicated radios for 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz frequency bands, this access point offers true tri-band operation and advanced 4x4 MIMO across all radios. It supports a maximum data transfer rate of 5 Gbps, allowing high-speed connections for bandwidth-intensive applications in high-density environments. Additionally, note that the 6 GHz band availability depends on local regulations, adding flexibility for different deployment regions.
Ideal for office buildings, educational institutions, and large indoor venues, the FortiAP-431G is built with three Gigabit Ethernet ports and supports Gigabit Ethernet protocols for robust wired backhaul. Its omni-directional antenna design ensures optimal signal propagation, and the device is RohS and TAA compliant. Unified management through Fortinet’s central console streamlines network administration, and a limited lifetime warranty underlines the product's long-term reliability and supportability.
With advanced networking standards compliance including 802.11a/b/d/e/g/h/i and 802.3bt, the Fortinet FortiAP-431G offers seamless integration into existing Fortinet infrastructure. The device measures 8.85 x 8.85 x 2.12 inches and consumes a maximum of 31.7 watts. Engineered for indoor use, it delivers secure, scalable, and future-ready connectivity.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
Radio Count | 3 (Tri-Radio) |
Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz |
Antenna Type | Omni-directional internal antennas |
Max Wireless Data Rate (2.4GHz) | 1.147 Gbps |
Max Wireless Data Rate (5GHz) | 2.402 Gbps |
Max Wireless Data Rate (6GHz) | 2.402 Gbps |
Total Maximum Throughput | 5 Gbps |
Compliance & Origin
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Certifications | FCC, IC, CE, RCM, VCCI, TELEC, UL |
Safety Standards | UL 62368-1 |
Advanced Security Features
Integrated Firewall | Yes (when managed through FortiGate) |
WIDS/WIPS | Wireless Intrusion Detection and Prevention System supported |
Application Control | Yes (via FortiGate integration) |
Rogue AP Detection | Supported |
Content Filtering | Available via FortiGuard |
Automatic RF Management | Yes |
Band Steering | Yes |
Client Load Balancing | Yes |
Interfaces
Number of Ports | 3 |
Port Type | Gigabit Ethernet |
WAN Port(s) | 1 x 2.5G Ethernet (PoE++) |
LAN Port(s) | 2 x 1G Ethernet |
PoE Standards Supported | 802.3bt (PoE++) |
Uplink Port Speed | 2.5 Gbps |
Console Port | Yes (RJ45 console) |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 8.85 Inch |
Depth | 8.85 Inch |
Height | 2.12 Inch |
Mounting Options | Wall mount, ceiling mount |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature | -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Platform | FortiGate (FortiLink), FortiCloud |
Management Interface | Centralized via Fortinet Fabric Management |
Cloud-Hosted Management | Supported via FortiCloud |
Firmware Management | Via FortiGate or FortiCloud |
Licensing Requirement | Optional FortiCare/FortiGuard subscriptions |