Technical Tip: Change image on FortiAP-U models from MEru to Fortinet while the FortiAP is online on FortiWLC
Description
This article describes how to change image on FortiAP-U models from Meru to Fortinet while the FortiAPis online on FortiWLC.
Scope
For FortiAP-U models only.
Solution
1) Take CLIaccess to the FortiWLC.
2) Connect into the FortiAP using the below commands:
- Enter the below command:

This article describes how to change image on FortiAP-U models from Meru to Fortinet while the FortiAPis online on FortiWLC.
Scope
For FortiAP-U models only.
Solution
1) Take CLIaccess to the FortiWLC.
2) Connect into the FortiAP using the below commands:
# Sh ap- connect FortiAP<ap id>
AP ID AP Name MAC Address Uptime OperState Availability Path MTU Runtime Connectivity IP Address AP Model Ap gr Feature Operating Mode
7 AP-7 00:0c:e6:xx:xx:xx 13d:22h:19m:32s Enabled Online 1500 8.5-2build-5 L3 10.33.154.26 FAP-U423EV 0 0 Normal
- Enter the below command:
# Conn ap <ap-id>Example:
ap 7> boot imageid 3
ap 7> exit

3) Once the above is executed the FortiAP will go for a reboot and come up with Fortinet image.
Notes.
To perform the above action the FortiAP has to be online on FortiWlC.
Notes.
To perform the above action the FortiAP has to be online on FortiWlC.