Fortinet FortiAP 231G

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

End-of-order Wi-Fi 6E indoor access point with three radios across the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands, 2x2 MU-MIMO, a Gigabit Ethernet uplink and 802.3at PoE. Still sold from remaining stock where available and fully supported and renewable through 2030; for new deployments the direct successor is the Wi-Fi 7 FortiAP 231K.

KEY PERFORMANCE
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
Radios3 + BLE/Zigbee
Spatial streams2x2 MU-MIMO
Aggregate radio rate~3.0 Gbps
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FortiAP 231G support & renewal options

The FortiAP 231G hardware is end-of-order. FortiCare support and subscription renewals remain in stock and are listed below.

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OVERVIEW

What the FortiAP 231G is for

The FortiAP 231G is a Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) indoor access point with a tri-radio design that adds the clean 6 GHz band to the usual 2.4 and 5 GHz radios, giving 2x2 client connections more room and less interference. It is the entry point of the FortiAP G-series for mainstream offices and classrooms, managed directly by any FortiGate or by FortiEdge Cloud with no separate controller and no per-AP management license. The 231G reached end of order on 6 July 2025 and is now sold from remaining stock; Fortinet continues support, firmware and FortiCare renewals through 2030, so existing fleets are fully protected. For new rollouts the direct replacement is the Wi-Fi 7 FortiAP 231K, which keeps the same 2x2 indoor form factor and adds 4096-QAM and wider 6 GHz channels. The 233G is the step-up sibling with a 2.5 GbE uplink and higher 6 GHz throughput.

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SPECIFICATIONS

FortiAP 231G specifications

LifecycleEnd of order 6 Jul 2025 · end of support 6 Jul 2030 (renewable)
TypeIndoor access point, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), tri-band 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz
Radios3 + BLE/Zigbee: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz + continuous scanning
Spatial streams2x2 MU-MIMO per radio, OFDMA, BSS coloring, TWT
Max data rate574 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 1201 Mbps (5 GHz) + 1201 Mbps (6 GHz), ~3.0 Gbps aggregate
Channel widthUp to 80 MHz (5 / 6 GHz); 40 MHz (2.4 GHz)
AntennasInternal omnidirectional (2x2 per band) + BLE / Zigbee
Ethernet1x 10/100/1000 Base-T RJ45 (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 and Zigbee for beacons and locationing
ManagementFortiGate built-in WLAN controller or FortiEdge Cloud

Source: official Fortinet FortiAP Series datasheet (FAP-231G column).

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USE CASES

Where the 231G fits

Three clean bands
Adds the 6 GHz band so 2x2 clients get wider channels and far less interference.
Indoor offices & classrooms
Entry Wi-Fi 6E coverage for mainstream density without a separate controller.
Easy upgrade path
Drop-in replacement is the Wi-Fi 7 FortiAP 231K when you are ready to refresh.
Single-console management
Run wired and wireless from your FortiGate or FortiEdge Cloud.
FortiAP 231G variants

Compare with current FortiAP models

How the FortiAP 231G lines up against its current-generation replacements.

ModelStreamsWi-FiAntennas
FortiAP 231G2x2Wi-Fi 6EInternalViewing
FortiAP 231K2x2Wi-Fi 7InternalView →
FortiAP 233G2x2Wi-Fi 6EInternalView →
FortiAP 234G2x2Wi-Fi 6EOutdoor / ruggedView →
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How the 231G compares to its successor

The FortiAP 231G is end-of-order. Its direct successor, the FortiAP 231K, keeps the same form factor and moves to Wi-Fi 7.

FortiAP 231K
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
Spatial streams2x2
Aggregate rate~9.3 Gbps
Uplink5 GbE
PoE802.3at
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FortiAP 231G
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
Spatial streams2x2
Aggregate rate~3.0 Gbps
Uplink1 GbE
PoE802.3at
FortiAP 233G
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
Spatial streams2x2
Aggregate rate~4.2 Gbps
Uplink2.5 GbE
PoE802.3at
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All FortiAP 231G FortiCare & renewal options

In-stock FortiCare support and subscription renewals for the FAP-231G: Premium, Elite, Premium-to-Elite upgrade and FortiSASE Cloud. Delivered electronically, worldwide. New hardware is end-of-order – see the FortiAP 231K for current stock.

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FC-10-PG231-595-02-36
List price:CAD$586.21
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FC-10-PG231-595-02-60
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fortinet fortigate licensing forticare services v2
FC-10-PG231-247-02-12
List price:CAD$55.76
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fortinet fortigate licensing forticare services v2
FC-10-PG231-247-02-36
List price:CAD$167.28
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fortinet fortigate licensing forticare services v2
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Our Price:CAD$231.05
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List price:CAD$83.64
Our Price:CAD$78.41
fortinet fortigate licensing forticare services v2
FC-10-PG231-284-02-36
List price:CAD$251.64
Our Price:CAD$208.55
fortinet fortigate licensing forticare services v2
FC-10-PG231-284-02-60
List price:CAD$418.93
Our Price:CAD$347.18
fortinet fortigate licensing forticare services v2
FC-10-PG231-204-02-12
List price:CAD$27.88
Our Price:CAD$26.14
ACCESSORIES

Accessories for the FortiAP 231G

Power and mount the FortiAP 231G.

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-231G / 233G family)
AC power adapter (FAP-231G / 233G family)
SP-FAP200-PA-US
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FAQ

FortiAP 231G - frequently asked questions

The FortiAP 231G reached end of order on 6 July 2025 and is classified as legacy. Hardware is sold only from remaining stock, but Fortinet continues firmware, security updates and FortiCare support through 6 July 2030, so existing deployments remain fully protected and renewable.

The direct successor is the Wi-Fi 7 FortiAP 231K – same 2×2 indoor form factor, with 4096-QAM, wider 6 GHz channels and a higher aggregate rate. The FortiAP 233G is a close Wi-Fi 6E step-up with a 2.5 GbE uplink, and the 234G is the outdoor/ruggedized version of the same radio.

It is a tri-radio Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) AP with 2×2 MU-MIMO on each band, reaching 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, 1201 Mbps on 5 GHz and 1201 Mbps on 6 GHz – about 3.0 Gbps aggregate – with up to 512 clients per serving radio.

It uses 802.3at PoE over a single Gigabit Ethernet uplink. The GPI-130 injector or the SP-FAP200-PA adapter are listed power options.

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

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