[shortdesc] Wi-Fi 6 tri-radio access point, 4x4 2.4GHz and 8x8 5GHz MU-MIMO, 5GbE uplink, integrated BLE, indoor ceiling or wall mount [/shortdesc]
[properties]
| Model |
FortiAP 831F |
| SKU |
FAP-831F-A |
| Product Type |
Indoor Wireless Access Point |
| Wireless Standard |
IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
| Radio Configuration |
Tri-radio (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, dedicated monitoring radio) |
| MIMO Configuration |
2.4 GHz 4x4 MU-MIMO; 5 GHz 8x8 MU-MIMO |
| Total Antennas |
13 internal antennas + 1 BLE antenna |
| Antenna Type |
PIFA |
| Bluetooth |
BT / BLE supported |
| Ethernet Interfaces |
1 × 5 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45; 1 × Gigabit Ethernet RJ45; 1 × RJ45 console port |
| Maximum Wireless Throughput |
Up to 5.81 Gbps |
| Power over Ethernet |
Dual IEEE 802.3at PoE for full functionality |
| Maximum Power Consumption |
33 W |
| Deployment Type |
Indoor |
| Mounting Options |
Ceiling mount, wall mount, T-rail mount |
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[specifications]
| Radio 1 |
2.4 GHz, 4x4 MU-MIMO, 20/40 MHz |
| Radio 2 |
5 GHz, 8x8 MU-MIMO |
| Radio 3 |
Dedicated monitor radio (2.4 / 5 GHz, 1x1) |
| Maximum Data Rate (2.4 GHz) |
Up to 1147 Mbps |
| Maximum Data Rate (5 GHz) |
Up to 4.804 Gbps |
| SSID Capacity |
Up to 24 simultaneous SSIDs |
| Client Capacity |
Up to 512 clients per serving radio |
| SSID Modes |
Local-Bridge, Tunnel, Mesh |
| Maximum Transmit Power |
2.4 GHz: 27 dBm (500 mW, combined)
5 GHz: 25.5 dBm (354 mW, combined) |
| Security Standards |
WPA, WPA2, WPA3, WPA3-PSK, WEP |
| Certifications |
Wi-Fi Alliance Certified |
| Regulatory Certifications |
FCC, IC, CE, Japan, Brazil |
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[accesories]
| Included |
FortiAP 831F Access Point; Ceiling, wall, and T-rail mount kit (included in the box) |
| Optional – Power |
802.3at PoE Injector GPI-130; AC Adapter SP-FAP400-PA (Region Code A) |
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High-Density Wi-Fi 6 Performance for Enterprise Environments
The Fortinet FortiAP-831F is a high-performance indoor Wi-Fi 6 access point engineered for demanding enterprise and campus deployments. With a tri-radio architecture and advanced MU-MIMO support, it delivers reliable high-throughput wireless connectivity in environments with dense client populations. Integrated seamlessly with Fortinet’s Security Fabric, the FortiAP-831F extends network visibility, control, and performance to the wireless edge.
Key Benefits & Features
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Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6 Architecture: Dedicated radios enable simultaneous client access and continuous RF monitoring without performance degradation.
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High-Capacity MU-MIMO: 4x4 MU-MIMO on 2.4GHz and 8x8 MU-MIMO on 5GHz deliver optimized performance for high-density users.
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Multi-Gigabit Ethernet Connectivity: A 5 Gigabit Ethernet port eliminates wired bottlenecks and supports full wireless throughput.
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Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy: Built-in BLE radio supports location services, asset tracking, and IoT applications.
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Flexible Power and Mounting: Supports 802.3at PoE with ceiling and wall mounting hardware included.
Ideal Use Cases
- Corporate offices and enterprise headquarters
- University campuses and lecture halls
- Healthcare facilities and clinics
- Retail environments with high client density
- Large indoor public venues
Technical Specifications
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Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
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Radio Configuration: Tri-radio with dedicated monitoring radio
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MIMO: 4x4 MU-MIMO (2.4GHz), 8x8 MU-MIMO (5GHz)
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Maximum Data Rate: Up to 5.81 Gbps
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Ethernet Interfaces: 1x 5 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x Gigabit Ethernet
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Power: Dual 802.3at PoE or optional AC adapter
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Bluetooth: Integrated BLE radio
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Deployment: Indoor, ceiling or wall mountable
Upgrade Your Wireless Infrastructure Today
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