Precision Wi-Fi 7 Coverage for Ultra-High-Density Venues
The Fortinet FAP-HD-224KL is a specialized Wi-Fi 7 outdoor access point designed to solve the capacity challenges of stadiums, arenas, and large public venues. Featuring an internal ultra-narrow fixed left beam antenna, this unit is engineered to provide surgical RF coverage. By focusing signal energy into a tight 15° x 17° pattern, it drastically reduces co-channel interference and extends effective range up to 250 feet, making it the ideal solution for targeted seating or aisle coverage.
Powered by Fortinet’s advanced high-density architecture, the FAP-HD-224KL utilizes dual 5 GHz radios to deliver a maximum PHY rate of 3 Gbps. This configuration ensures consistent, low-latency connectivity for up to 1,024 clients even in the most RF-congested environments. The rugged IP67-rated enclosure ensures reliability in harsh outdoor weather conditions, ranging from extreme cold to high heat.
Key Benefits & Features
- Surgical Left-Beam Coverage: The 17 dBi fixed left-beam antenna focuses RF energy precisely where needed, enabling high-density sectorization without signal overlap.
- Wi-Fi 7 Technology: Supports IEEE 802.11be standards on dual 5 GHz bands, offering improved spectral efficiency and throughput for modern devices.
- Massive Client Capacity: Engineered to handle up to 1,024 associated clients per unit, perfect for high-traffic zones like stadium bowls and concourses.
- Rugged Outdoor Design: Fully sealed IP67 enclosure withstands dust, water, and temperature fluctuations (-40°C to 55°C).
- High-Speed Uplinks: Equipped with one 10 Gbps and one 5 Gbps Ethernet port to prevent bottlenecks and support full Wi-Fi 7 throughput.
Ideal Use Cases
- Stadiums with sloped seating requiring precise directional coverage.
- Outdoor amphitheaters and concert venues.
- Rail terminals and transportation hubs.
- Smart city deployments requiring long-range, narrow-sector links.
Technical Specifications
- Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7)
- Radio Configuration: 2 x 5 GHz Radios
- Antenna Pattern: Ultra-Narrow Fixed Left Beam (15° El x 17° Az)
- Throughput: Up to 3 Gbps
- Interfaces: 1x 10 GE, 1x 5 GE RJ45
- Power Requirement: 802.3bt PoE++ (33W Max)
Deploy the FortiAP FAP-HD-224KL to ensure flawless, high-capacity wireless performance in your most challenging outdoor environments.
