User's Manual

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The FortiAP unit is designed to require no configuration in most
networks. Zero Configuration mode works if the unit is directly
connected to the FortiGate or FortiWiFi performing the Wireless LAN
Controller (WLC) functions, or on the same layer-2 network and subnet
as the FortiGate or FortiWiFi unit.
If the FortiAP wireless controller’s IP address cannot be determined
using Zero Configuration mode, or if the network uses static IP
addresses, it can be configured to use a static IP address.
To enable the FortiAP using Zero Configuration:
1. After connecting the FortiAP unit as described in the previous chapter,
the unit goes through its boot procedure and requests an IP address
from the DHCP server.
2. If the IP address is retrieved successfully, the FortiAP enters discovery
mode to locate a FortiGate or FortiWiFi wireless controller. The
discovery modes are:
• Broadcast
• Multicast
• DHCP option 138
3. Verify that the FortiAP has successfully connected to the controller.
In the FortiGate Web-based Manager, go to WiFi Controller > Managed
Access Points > Managed FortiAP. A successfully discovered unit
displays an orange circle with a question mark.
4. Select the access point and click Edit.
5. In the State field, select Authorize.
Configuring Your FortiAP Unit