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kylehouk
kylehouk
Visitor III
August 13, 2025
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Use FortiAP 221E+ in Standalone Mode

  • August 13, 2025
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I am trying to use a FortiAP 221E without a FortiGate, but thus far have been unable to get it work.

 

This FortiAP was previously used with a FortiGate and I can reconnect if needed to put in Standalone mode.

 

I attempted to Factory Reset the AP using the reset button, but even after Factory Reset it doesn't broadcast an SSID and attempting to connect to via web GUI does not work.

 

I am posting here to see if I am missing a step in putting into Standalone mode or if that is not even and option on this model.

Best answer by owen911

Hi,

FortiAP either managed via FortiGate or FortiCloud.
There no option like Cisco AP works as EWC mode.

try this link :https://community.fortinet.com/t5/FortiAP/Technical-Tip-FortiCloud-managed-FortiAP-WiFi/ta-p/190842

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Stephen_G
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Stephen_G
Moderator
August 17, 2025

Hello kylehouk,

 

Thank you for using the Community Forum. I will seek to get you an answer or help. We will reply to this thread with an update as soon as possible.

 

Thanks,

Stephen_G - Fortinet Community Team
    owen911
    owen911Answer
    Visitor III
    August 18, 2025

    Hi,

    FortiAP either managed via FortiGate or FortiCloud.
    There no option like Cisco AP works as EWC mode.

    try this link :https://community.fortinet.com/t5/FortiAP/Technical-Tip-FortiCloud-managed-FortiAP-WiFi/ta-p/190842

      kylehouk
      kylehoukAuthor
      Visitor III
      August 18, 2025

      After I gained access to the FortiAP GUI, I can confirm that it does not have a standalone mode.

       

      I can confirm that I was able to create a free FortiEdge Cloud account and register and manage the AP from the FortiEdge Cloud account.

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