Fortinet FortiAP 223E

Legacy · end of order 2025 · supported & renewable to 2030

End-of-order Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave 2) indoor access point with two 2x2 MU-MIMO client radios on the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands, a dedicated scanning radio, external antennas and 802.3at PoE over twin Gigabit Ethernet ports. Still sold from remaining stock where available and fully supported and renewable through 2030; for new deployments the current successor is the Wi-Fi 7 FortiAP 231K.

KEY PERFORMANCE
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5
Radios2 + scan + BLE
Spatial streams2x2 MU-MIMO
Aggregate radio rate~1.3 Gbps
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FortiAP 223E support & renewal options

The FortiAP 223E hardware is end-of-order. FortiCare support renewals remain in stock and are listed below.

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What the FortiAP 223E is for

The FortiAP 223E is a Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave 2) indoor access point built for medium-density spaces such as offices and classrooms. It pairs two 2x2 MU-MIMO client radios - one on 2.4 GHz and one on 5 GHz - with a dedicated third radio for continuous scanning and security, and uses external antennas for flexible coverage shaping (the internal-antenna sibling is the 221E). It is managed by any FortiGate or by FortiAP Cloud, with no separate controller. The 223E reached end of order on 23 October 2025 and is now sold from remaining stock; Fortinet continues firmware, security updates and FortiCare renewals through 2030, so existing fleets stay protected. For new rollouts the current replacement is the Wi-Fi 7 FortiAP 231K - the same mainstream indoor class with far higher capacity - while the Wi-Fi 6 FortiAP 231F is a closer like-for-like step up.

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Replacing or renewing your FortiAP 223E?

The 223E is legacy – here is how to renew what you own or move to its current-generation successor.

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Direct current-gen replacement
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SPECIFICATIONS

FortiAP 223E specifications

LifecycleEnd of order 23 Oct 2025 · end of support 23 Oct 2030 (renewable)
TypeIndoor access point, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave 2), dual-band 2.4 / 5 GHz
Radios2 client (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz) + dedicated scanning + BLE
Spatial streams2x2 MU-MIMO per radio
Max data rate400 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 867 Mbps (5 GHz), ~1.3 Gbps aggregate
Channel widthUp to 80 MHz (5 GHz); 40 MHz (2.4 GHz)
AntennasExternal (RP-SMA) - vs internal on the 221E
Ethernet2x 10/100/1000 Base-T RJ45 (1x 802.3at PoE PD)
Power over Ethernet802.3at
Client capacityUp to 512 clients per serving radio
SecurityWPA3 / WPA2 / WPA, 802.1X, captive portal, WIPS / WIDS, dedicated scan
UTP capableYes
Location / IoTIntegrated BLE for beacons and locationing
ManagementFortiGate built-in WLAN controller or FortiAP Cloud

Source: official Fortinet FortiAP Series datasheet (FAP-223E column).

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USE CASES

Where the 223E fits

Offices & classrooms
Reliable 2x2 Wi-Fi 5 coverage for medium-density indoor spaces.
External antennas
Flexible antenna options let you aim or extend coverage where you need it.
Easy upgrade path
Move to the Wi-Fi 7 FortiAP 231K, or the Wi-Fi 6 231F, when you refresh.
Single-console management
Run wired and wireless from your FortiGate or FortiAP Cloud.
FortiAP 223E variants

Compare with current FortiAP models

How the FortiAP 223E lines up against its current-generation replacements.

ModelStreamsWi-FiAntennas
FortiAP 223E2x2Wi-Fi 5ExternalViewing
FortiAP 221E2x2Wi-Fi 5InternalView →
FortiAP 231F2x2Wi-Fi 6InternalView →
FortiAP 231K2x2Wi-Fi 7InternalView →
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How the 223E compares to its successor

The FortiAP 223E is end-of-order. Its direct successor, the FortiAP 231K, keeps the same form factor on a newer Wi-Fi generation.

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FortiAP 223E
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5
Spatial streams2x2
Aggregate rate~1.3 Gbps
Uplink2x GbE
PoE802.3at
FortiAP 231F
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
Spatial streams2x2
Aggregate rate~1.7 Gbps
Uplink1 GbE
PoE802.3at
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FortiAP 231K
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
Spatial streams2x2
Aggregate rate~9.3 Gbps
Uplink5 GbE
PoE802.3at
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All FortiAP 223E FortiCare & renewal options

In-stock FortiCare support renewals for the FAP-223E: Premium and Elite, delivered electronically, worldwide. New hardware is end-of-order – see the FortiAP 231K for current stock.

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ACCESSORIES

Accessories for the FortiAP 223E

Mounts and power for the FortiAP 223E.

Universal mount kit (T-rail / wall / ceiling, 5-pack)
Universal mount kit (T-rail / wall / ceiling, 5-pack)
FAP-ALL-MTL-5
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Gigabit PoE injector, 802.3at, 30W
Gigabit PoE injector, 802.3at, 30W
GPI-130
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AC power adapter (FAP-223E / 221E family)
AC power adapter (FAP-223E / 221E family)
SP-FAP200-PA-US
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FAQ

FortiAP 223E - frequently asked questions

The FortiAP 223E reached end of order on 23 October 2025 and is classified as legacy. Hardware is sold only from remaining stock, but Fortinet continues firmware, security updates and FortiCare support through 23 October 2030, so existing deployments remain fully protected and renewable.

The current successor is the Wi-Fi 7 FortiAP 231K – the same mainstream 2×2 indoor class with much higher capacity. The Wi-Fi 6 FortiAP 231F is a closer like-for-like step up, and the 221E is the internal-antenna sibling within the same E-series.

It is a dual-radio Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave 2) AP with 2×2 MU-MIMO on each band, reaching up to 400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz – about 1.3 Gbps aggregate – plus a dedicated scanning radio and up to 512 clients per serving radio.

They share the same 2×2 Wi-Fi 5 radios; the 223E uses external antennas for coverage shaping, while the 221E uses internal antennas for a cleaner ceiling install. Choose the 223E where you need to aim or extend coverage.

Yes. FortiCare Premium and Elite support are in stock as one-year renewals and are delivered electronically, worldwide. We are an authorized Fortinet Select Partner.

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