Fortinet FortiAP 421E - wireless access point
Mfg # FAP-421E-D
CDW # 5650719
| UNSPSC 43222640
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Consolidate security and wireless LAN management with the integrated wireless solution. Single-pane-of-glass management for security and access without the need to add point products simplifies deployment and reduces management complexity. These solutions are highly scalable to support even the largest organizations and distributed enterprises.
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Fortinet FortiAP 421E - wireless access point is rated
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Rated 5 out of
5 by
Tesfa Harris from
A powerful platform that provides organizations with a single console to manage
How has it helped my organization?
We had many blind spots at one point, so we changed the whole leverage. Under the new leverage and the FortiATs, we have our base.
What is most valuable?
The security is a valuable feature.
What needs improvement?
The range needs some improvement and also the stability.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Fortinet FortiWLM for two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The rate the stability an eight out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I rate the scalability a seven out of ten.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is straightforward.
What was our ROI?
I have seen a return on investment.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution is fairly priced.
What other advice do I have?
I rate the overall solution a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Date published: 2023-10-30T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Shariq Jamil from
Stable, and scalable, but is complex to deploy
What is our primary use case?
We provide wireless access to customers as per the business case. The primary preferences of clients are usually to choose Fortinet, Ubiquiti, or Cisco, as these offer free consumer-based options built into the FortiGate firewall. This reduces costs and provides a unified space where we can deploy valid policies and enable first-time monitoring.
What is most valuable?
Regarding cost and financials, customers do not need to purchase an additional controller and can scale and expand as their business needs dictate. This is one of the major features in terms of cost and financial management. Additionally, we can from a single console, deploy and push firewall policies, monitor everything, lock and give access, and extend and scale easily. Furthermore, stability, adaptability, performance, and low interference of other frequencies are all managed by radio bands. This is why Fortinet is suitable for the customer.
The Fortinet FortiWLM system can be controlled through the cloud controller, which is convenient when the solution is not installed in our environment, as it allows us to manage the entire WiFi or access points and provides more adaptability.
What needs improvement?
In comparison to the Extreme and UBNT wireless solutions, we find that Fortinet falls short in terms of validity management, practice management, and firmware arrangement.
The initial setup is complex and has room for improvement.
I would like to have some customized modifications to the radio bands so that we can see which is interfering with the wireless IP. If FortiWLM could provide a tool where the user could generate a heat map of the space in which the FortiWLM is operating, this would be a valuable addition to the solution. Most organizations rely on their existing knowledge of wireless before deploying a wireless solution. When we look at the market, we see many more commercial products which provide comprehensive tools. Fortinet has the basic tool, but I don't use it because it is not flexible enough. If Fortinet could provide us with flexible customization of band management, and add a special dashboard where the user can see other devices and settings, as well as a tool to generate a heat map in the next version, this would greatly improve the solution.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for one year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability is an eight out of ten.
We have used the solution in enterprise-level organizations but it is primarily for SMBs.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is complex, especially with regard to the bad software, complex system integration with the existing infrastructure, integration with multi-factor authentication, and integration with industrial equipment. The solution also supports the industry's portables. However, the UC does not have an extensive list of industries for the portables.
What about the implementation team?
Before implementing, we analyze our customer's requirements and discuss their budget, so we consider the financial aspect. Then, we recommend a customized, scalable, and flexible solution that not only meets their current requirements but also has the potential to last for the next five years. This is why we can plan and execute the solution in such a way that the customer can scale it up for the next five years.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
In the last few years, due in part to the impact of COVID on the market, Fortinet has increased its prices by 35 percent.
What other advice do I have?
I give the solution a seven out of ten.
Most of our customers prefer Cisco over Fortinet due to their longevity of almost 40 years and superior security protocols. Cisco has developed its own set of protocols, giving them flexible options to integrate and coordinate with many open-source centers, and providing excellent integration.
Fortinet FortiWLM is a good solution and I recommend it.
Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Partner
Date published: 2023-03-22T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
FransLegdeur from
Central management, integrated controller, and scalable
What is our primary use case?
We use Fortinet FortiWLM in an office environment with 10 floors. It's a campus/office/remote office environment.
How has it helped my organization?
Fortinet FortiWLM has benefited our organization.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of Fortinet FortiWLM is the single management pane and integrated controller inside the firewall.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Fortinet FortiWLM for approximately one year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
We have not had an outage from using the solution.
I rate the stability of Fortinet FortiWLM an eight out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I rate the scalability of Fortinet FortiWLM an eight out of ten.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have used Cisco previously and I don't see any specific differences from Fortinet FortiWLM or other vendors.
How was the initial setup?
We use a basic setup and the initial setup of Fortinet FortiWLM. The implementation process takes approximately one hour.
To effectively manage your network, it's important to understand the concept of profiles. These profiles can be tailored to specific types of hardware and when that hardware is detected, it will automatically be configured to match the corresponding profile, ensuring all APs are consistently set up. It's a fantastic solution for network management.
The bulk of the work involves physically connecting all the devices and ensuring they have the correct IP addresses. Once that is done, the logical setup is relatively simple and can be accomplished by navigating through the GUI to create profiles.
I rate the initial setup of Fortinet FortiWLM a seven out of ten.
What about the implementation team?
The implementation of the solution is done in-house.
What was our ROI?
It is easier to operate the network due to the central management in Fortinet FortiWLM. We have received an ROI.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The price of Fortinet FortiWLM is reasonable compared to the other vendors. We are using a five-year license.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We evaluated other solutions prior to purchasing Fortinet FortiWLM.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend others to try the solution.
I rate Fortinet FortiWLM an eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:partner
Date published: 2023-01-26T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Maverick Rogacion from
The solution is easy to deploy, stable, and manageable
What is our primary use case?
The solution is used as a wireless router.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of the solution is the management.
What needs improvement?
The technical support response time can use improvement.
The pricing for the solution is expensive and can be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for eight years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I give the stability a nine out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I give the scalability an eight out of ten.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support team is knowledgeable but the response time can be improved.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
How was the initial setup?
I give the initial setup a nine out of ten. I like the way FortiGate devices manage the FortiAPs. Each AP takes between five and ten minutes to adapt to the FortiGate.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution is expensive. I give the solution a one out of ten for the price.
What other advice do I have?
I give the solution a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Integrator
Date published: 2023-01-23T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Javier Jacob Sanchez Partida from
Useful for wireless communication and internet but needs improvement in user capacity
What is our primary use case?
I use Fortinet FortiWLM for wireless communication and the internet.
What needs improvement?
The solution should improve user capacity.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with the solution for three months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate Fortinet FortiWLM's stability an eight out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I rate the tool's scalability a ten out of ten.
How was the initial setup?
Fortinet FortiWLM's installation was easy.
What was our ROI?
The tool offers good returns on business.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Fortinet FortiWLM's pricing is regular and competitive.
What other advice do I have?
I rate the product a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Date published: 2023-09-19T00:00:00-04:00