FortiOS 5.6.1 Release Notes
Introduction This document provides the following information for FortiOS 5.6.1 build 1484: l Special Notices l Upgrade Information l Product Integration and Support l Resolved Issues l Known Issues l...
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View ArticleConfiguring the built-in access point on a FortiWiFi unit
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View ArticleAccess point deployment
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View ArticleWireless Mesh
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View ArticleCombining WiFi and wired networks with a software switch
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View ArticleProtecting the WiFi Network
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View ArticleMonitoring wireless clients
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View ArticleMonitoring rogue APs
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View ArticleOn-wire rogue AP detection technique
On-wire rogue AP detection technique Other APs that are available in the same area as your own APs are not necessarily rogues. A neighboring AP that has no connection to your network might cause...
View ArticleRogue AP scanning as a background activity
Rogue AP scanning as a background activity Each WiFi radio can perform monitoring of radio channels in its operating band while acting as an AP. It does this by briefly switching from AP to monitoring...
View ArticleConfiguring rogue scanning
Configuring rogue scanning All APs using the same FortiAP Profile share the same rogue scanning settings, unless override is configured. To enable rogue AP scanning with on-wire detection – web-based...
View ArticleUsing the Rogue AP Monitor
Using the Rogue AP Monitor Go to Monitor > Rogue AP Monitor to view the list of other wireless access points that are receivable at your location. Information Columns Actual columns displayed...
View ArticleSuppressing rogue APs
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View ArticleMonitoring wireless network health
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View ArticleConfiguring wireless network clients
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