Fortinet FortiAP-321C
3x3 MIMO Access Point With Dual Radio

Fortinet FortiAP-321C

Notice: FortiAP 321C Discontinued

The FortiAP 321C is a discontinued model. For optimal security and long-term support, explore Fortinet’s latest wireless access points or save with the Fortinet Trade-Up Program.

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FortiAP 321C License and Renewal Options

Technical support, firmware updates/upgrades, and hardware replacement will not be available after EoS on January 2, 2025 .

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FortiAP Access Points Solutions

The FortiAP wireless access points offer the most secure wireless offering in the industry by integrating with our Next Generation Firewall.

AI-powered Security Assistant

FortiAI uses GenAI to assist security teams to make better decisions, rapidly respond to threats, and save time on even the most complex tasks.

Overview:

The FortiAP 321C is a dual-radio 802.11ac AP, designed for medium density indoor environments, including hotspot and guest or social WiFi deployments. The smoke detector form factor is perfect where discreet installation is required, like school classrooms and retail stores.

802.11ac Wave 1
Dual Radio 2.4 and 5 GHz
6 Internal Antennas
3x3 MIMO
Up to 450 + 1,300 Mbps

Cloud or FortiOS-managed Access Points

FortiAP access points are managed centrally by the integrated WLAN controller of any FortiGate® security appliance or can be managed through the free FortiCloud provisioning and management portal. With the integration of the wireless controller functionality into the market leading FortiGate appliance, Fortinet delivers a true Unified Access Layer. This enables you to easily manage wired and wireless security from a Single-pane-of-glass management console and protects your network from the latest security threats.

Unified Management
Unified management console simplifies operations, ensuring consistent and effective policy enforcement and compliance.

Advanced Security Protection
Wireless LAN security done right, from the leader in network security. Integrated Firewall, IPS, Application Control, and Web Filtering protect the wireless LAN from the latest security threats.

Built-in WiFi Security
Protects the network from advanced wireless threats and satisfies PCI DSS compliance.

Deployment:

Centralized or Local Wireless Controller

Outdoor Point-to-Point Bridging or Multipoint Mesh Deployment

Outdoor Mesh and PoE Pass-Through Deployment

Specifications:

	FortiAP-321C
Hardware
Indoor/Outdoor Deployment	Indoor AP
Number of Radios	2
Number of Antennas	6 Internal
Antenna Type and Peak Gain	PIFA: 4 dBi for 2.4 GHz, 5 dBi for 5 GHz
Frequency Bands (GHz)*	2.400–2.4835, 5.150–5.250, 5.250–5.350, 5.470–5.725, 5.725–5.850
Radio 1 Capabilities	2.4 GHz b/g/n (3x3:3 stream) 20/40 MHz (64 QAM)
Radio 2 Capabilities	5 GHz a/n/ac (3x3:3 stream) 20/40/80 MHz (256 QAM)
Maximum Data Rate	Radio 1: Up to 450 Mbps Radio 2: Up to 1300 Mbps
Bluetooth Low Energy (BT/BLE) Radio	—
Interfaces	1x 10/100/1000 Base-T RJ45
Power over Ethernet (PoE)	IEEE 802.3af
Simultaneous SSIDs	Up to 16 (14 if background scanning enabled)
EAP Type(s)	EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS/MSCHAPv2, EAPv0/EAP-MSCHAPv2, PEAPv1/EAP-GTC, EAP-SIM, EAP-AKA, EAP-FAST
User/Device Authentication	WPA and WPA2 with 802.1x or Preshared key, WEP, Web Captive Portal, MAC blacklist & whitelist
Maximum Tx Power	2.4 GHz: 24 dBm / 251 mW (3 chains combined)* 5 GHz: 25 dBm / 316 mW (3 chains combined)*
Kensington Lock	Yes
IEEE Standards	802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11e, 802.11g, 802.11h, 802.11i, 802.11j, 802.11k, 802.11n, 802.11r, 802.11v, 802.11ac, 802.1X, 802.3af
SSID Types Supported	Local-Bridge, Tunnel, Mesh
Per Radio Client Capacity	Up to 128
Cellular Co-existence	No
LED Off Mode	Yes
Advanced 802.11 Features
802.11ac Wave 2 MU-MIMO	No
Transmit Beam Forming (TxBF)	No
Low-Density Parity Check (LDPC) Encoding	Yes
Maximum Likelihood Demodulation (MLD)	Yes
Maximum Ratio Combining (MRC)	Yes
A-MPDU and A-MSDU Packet Aggregation	Yes
MIMO Power Save	Yes
Short Guard Interval	Yes
Wireless Monitoring Capabilities
Rogue Scan Radio Modes	Background, Full-time
WIPS / WIDS Radio Modes	Background, Full-time
Packet Sniffer Mode	Yes
Spectrum Analyzer	Yes
Dimensions
Length x Width x Height	6.3 x 6.3 x 1.66 inches (160 x 160 x 42 mm)
Weight	0.77 lbs (0.35 kg)
Package (shipping) Weight	1.33 lbs (0.6 kg)
Mounting Options	Ceiling, T-Rail, and Wall
Included Accessories	Mount kits for Ceiling, T-Rail, and Wall
Environment
Power Supply	SP-FG20C-PA-XX, GPI-115, or GPI-130
Power Consumption (Max.)	12.6 W
Humidity	5% to 90% non-condensing
Operating Temperature	-32 to 113°F (0–45°C)
Storage Temperature	-4 to 140˚F (-20 to 60˚C)
Directives	Low Voltage Directive • RoHS2
UL2043 Plenum Material	No
Mean Time Between Failures	>30 Years
IP Rating	—
Surge Protection Built In	—
Hit-less PoE Failover	No
Certifications
WiFi Alliance Certified	Yes
DFS	CE, Japan
Certifications
Limited Lifetime Warranty	Yes

* Frequency selection and power may be restricted to abide by regional regulatory compliance laws.

RF RX/TX Performance Table:

	FortiAP 321C
	Radio 1 — 2.4 GHz		Radio 2 — 5 GHz
802.11 a/g	Tx Power (dBm)	Rx Sensitivity (dBm)	Tx Power (dBm)	Rx Sensitivity (dBm)
6 Mbps	24	-90	25	-93
9 Mbps	24	-90	25	-91
12 Mbps	24	-89	25	-89
18 Mbps	24	-87	25	-87
24 Mbps	24	-84	25	-84
36 Mbps	21	-80	28	-80
48 Mbps	21	-76	19	-78
54 Mbps	21	-75	19	-77
802.11n HT20
MCS 0/8	23	-90	25	-93
MCS 1/9	23	-87	25	-87
MCS 2/10	23	-85	25	-85
MCS 3/11	23	-82	25	-82
MCS 4/12	21	-78	25	-78
MCS 5/13	21	-76	25	-77
MCS 6/14	20	-75	25	-76
MCS 7/15	20	-74	24	-75
802.11n HT40
MCS 0/8	22	-87	25	-90
MCS 1/9	22	-84	25	-84
MCS 2/10	22	-82	25	-82
MCS 3/11	22	-79	25	-79
MCS 4/12	20	-75	25	-76
MCS 5/13	20	-73	25	-75
MCS 6/14	19	-72	25	-74
MCS 7/15	19	-71	24	-73
802.11ac VHT20
MCS 0	—	—	25	-93
MCS 1	—	—	25	-87
MCS 2	—	—	25	-85
MCS 3	—	—	25	-82
MCS 4	—	—	25	-78
MCS 5	—	—	25	-77
MCS 6	—	—	25	-76
MCS 7	—	—	24	-75
MCS 8	—	—	23	-71
802.11ac VHT40
MCS 0	—	—	25	-90
MCS 1	—	—	25	-84
MCS 2	—	—	25	-82
MCS 3	—	—	25	-79
MCS 4	—	—	25	-76
MCS 5	—	—	25	-75
MCS 6	—	—	25	-74
MCS 7	—	—	24	-73
MCS 8	—	—	22	-67
MCS 9	—	—	20	-65
802.11ac VHT80
MCS 0	—	—	25	-88
MCS 1	—	—	25	-81
MCS 2	—	—	25	-79
MCS 3	—	—	25	-76
MCS 4	—	—	25	-72
MCS 5	—	—	25	-69
MCS 6	—	—	25	-68
MCS 7	—	—	24	-67
MCS 8	—	—	22	-65
MCS 9	—	—	20	-63

Antenna Radiation Patterns:

FortiAP-320C Antenna Radiation Patterns

Documentation:

Download the Fortinet FortiAP Series Datasheet (PDF).

Pricing Notes:

FortiCare Premium Support
FortiCare Premium Ticket Handling, Advanced Hardware Replacement (NBD), Firmware and General Upgrades
FortiCare Elite Support
FortiCare Premium Support with FortiCare Elite Ticket Handling.
Prices are for one year of Premium RMA support. Usual discounts can be applied.
Annual contracts only. No multi-year SKUs are available for these services.
Contact Fortinet Renewals team for upgrade quotations for existing FortiCare contracts.
Pricing and product availability subject to change without notice.

Fortinet FortiAP-321C 3x3 MIMO Access Point With Dual Radio