FortiGate Next Generation Firewall utilizes purpose-built security processors and threat intelligence security services from FortiGuard labs to deliver top-rated protection and high performance, including encrypted traffic.
This article describes how to resolve an issue where FortiGate is unable to authorize a FortiAP connected to a Cisco Catalyst switch.
Scope
FortiAP, FortiGate
Solution
Topology:
FortiAP <> Cisco Catalyst Switch <> FortiGate
To manage FortiAP, a new sub-interface VLAN is created under the FortiLink/FortiGate physical interface. The configured VLAN must be known on the Switch as a native VLAN.
Example interface configuration on Cisco Catalyst Switch:
