Category Archives: WiFi

25 August, 2026

FortiGate SSID Types: Traffic Modes, Security Modes, and the Complete VAP Option Breakdown

Configure FortiGate SSID traffic modes including tunnel, bridge, and mesh. Learn how to set up VAP options for security, roaming, and local switching.

25 July, 2026

Mastering FortiGate SSID Settings: Traffic Mode, Security Mode, Broadcast Suppression, Quarantine, VLAN Pooling, and NAC Profiles

Configure FortiGate SSID settings for traffic mode, VLAN pooling, and NAC. Get exact CLI and GUI steps to secure and manage your wireless network.

18 July, 2026

Securing the Open SSID on FortiGate: Deploying Enhanced Open (OWE) for Encrypted Guest Wi-Fi

Deploy FortiGate OWE configuration to secure guest Wi-Fi with Enhanced Open. This guide covers SSID setup, FortiAP profiles, and firewall policies for encrypted, password-free...

9 June, 2026

FortiGate WIDS: A Practical Deployment and Tuning Guide

Learn FortiGate WIDS configuration to detect rogue APs and wireless attacks. This guide covers profile creation, tuning thresholds, and compliance logging for secure networks.

7 June, 2026

MIMO, 2×2 vs 4×4, and WiFi Standards: A Technical “Shallow” Dive

Compare MIMO 2x2 vs 4x4 configurations and WiFi standards. Learn how spatial streams, MU-MIMO, and 802.11ax impact real-world network throughput and density.

18 March, 2026

Punny SSID Names

Browse this list of funny Wi-Fi names and punny SSID ideas. Find clever router names for your home network that add humor to your...

4 February, 2022

FortiWiFi as WiFi Client

Learn how to configure FortiWiFi as a WiFi client via CLI and GUI. Use the local radio as a WAN egress point for wired...

2 February, 2020

Bridged FortiAPs and Managing Remote Switches Across the Bridge

Configure a FortiGate wireless bridge to extend VLANs and manage remote FortiSwitches via FortiLink. Includes AP profile and LLDP settings.

11 January, 2020

FortiWifi with Tunnel and Bridge SSIDs

Learn how to configure FortiWifi tunnel and bridge SSIDs on a local radio. Set up guest and internal networks on a single FortiGate device...

4 January, 2020

FAP U431 Not Registering

Resolve FortiAP not registering issues caused by Meru boot code. Learn how to change the Image ID to Fortinet Primary and authorize your APs...

25 September, 2019

WiFi Best Practices Part 1

Apply FortiGate WiFi best practices to optimize performance. Learn to disable low data rates, reduce SSIDs, and configure FortiAPs for reliable wireless connectivity.

25 July, 2019

Managing Guest Users in Fortigate Firewalls

Learn Fortigate guest user management by creating user groups and restricted administrators. Configure wireless and wired captive portals for secure guest access.

27 March, 2019

FortiAPs in Bridge Mode

Configure FortiAP bridge mode to extend your wired network. Follow this practical guide to set up bridged APs on FortiGate firewalls with working CLI...