Fortiap 433G

[mcm2590]

Hello,

I am planning on using the fortiap 433g for a warehouse. I want to use 3rd party antennas,

Ventev M6060060D4D3620FP and Ventev M6060060MO1D43620

Does anyone have experience with these antennas? Are they compatible with the 433G?

Thanks,

[Anthony_E]

Hello,

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,

[Jean-Philippe_P]

Hello,

We are still looking for an answer to your question.

We will come back to you ASAP.

[Jean-Philippe_P]

Hello again mcm2590,

I found this solution. Can you tell us if it helps, please?

In FortiAP v7.2.3 and from 7.4.0, it is possible to configure third-party antennas by selecting a "Custom" option for certain FortiAP models, including the FAP-433G. Here’s how you can configure third-party antennas:

1. Access FortiAP Configuration:

   • Log in to your FortiGate interface.
   • Navigate to the FortiAP profile settings.
     
     

2. Select Custom Antenna: In the antenna configuration section, choose the "Custom" option for the antenna type.
   
   

3. Input Antenna Specifications: Enter the specific gain and other relevant parameters of the third-party antennas you are using (e.g., gain in dBi).
   
   

4. Adjust TX Power: Ensure that the target TX power is set appropriately, considering the gain of the third-party antennas to comply with regulatory EIRP limits.
   
   

Regarding compatibility, while the FortiAP-433G supports custom antenna configurations, you should verify the physical and electrical compatibility of the Ventev antennas with the FortiAP-433G. This includes checking connector types and ensuring that the antennas meet the operational frequency range of the FortiAP-433G.

If you have further questions or need specific guidance, consulting with Fortinet support or a network specialist familiar with your setup would be beneficial.