Setting up the FortiExtender 201E (FEX-201E) Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
, an LTE cellular gateway managed natively by FortiGate firewalls or used as a standalone router, involves a physical installation followed by a network configuration phase. Phase 1: Physical Setup & Hardware
Insert SIM Cards: Unscrew the bottom modem cover tab and place active SIM cards into the appropriate slots.
Mount the Device: Place the unit near an exterior window, desk, or wall mount to secure the highest 3G/4G LTE signal strength.
Connect Antennas: Attach the main, auxiliary (diversity), and GPS antennas to the designated RF connectors on the back panel. Power and Network Connection:
Connect an Ethernet cable into the LAN/PoE port on the FortiExtender.
Connect the other end to an IEEE 802.3af/at compliant PoE port on your FortiGate or switch to deliver power and data over a single cable. If you do not have PoE, use a standard 12V AC power adapter. Phase 2: FortiGate Managed Mode (Recommended)
When connected directly to a FortiGate firewall, the device acts as a plug-and-play extension.
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