Cloud-Based LAN and WAN Gateway Management
FortiEdge Cloud delivers enterprise cloud management for standalone wired and wireless LAN networks and 5G/LTE gateways
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FortiEdge Cloud is a hosted cloud-based management platform for secure LAN edge (FortiSwitch and FortiAP), and FortiExtender 5G/LTE gateways, offering zero-touch deployment, configuration management, reporting, and analytics for standalone LAN and WAN gateway extension deployments.
Provisioning
FortiEdge Cloud simplifies network set up and management with zero-touch provisioning, automating device deployment and configuration to streamline deployments ranging from small branches to large campuses. Its intuitive UI simplifies network planning, allowing easy configuration of VLANs, SSIDs, security settings, captive portals, and 5G/LTE networks. FortiCloud Organizations enables efficient management of multiple customers, providing centralized visibility and access control for enhanced security and a personalized experience.
Management
FortiEdge Cloud is a comprehensive, scalable, cloud-based network management platform that handles deployments of any size, ensuring data separation for regional privacy compliance. It simplifies device management, configuration, and monitoring through profiles, groups, and dashboards. These dashboards provide a clear view of key statistics for all managed devices, including WAN gateway extenders, switches, APs, and clients, providing detailed insights into health, performance, and security. Built-in two-factor authentication enhances security for your valuable data.
Streamlined Troubleshooting and Updates
FortiEdge Cloud simplifies network troubleshooting and management. It provides tools like topology and port views, status monitoring, event logs, alarms, spectrum analysis, iPerf, cable testing, and alerts. Users can view LTE connectivity performance, bandwidth usage, and device details (configuration, carrier, location, dual SIM usage) at a glance. FortiEdge Cloud also enables efficient firmware updates, offers self-healing capabilities, and provides detailed device insights for enhanced security troubleshooting. These include reports on current status, historical data, and PCI compliance.
Features and Benefits
Zero-Touch Deployment & Provisioning
One-click provisioning during deployment simplifies initial configuration
Simplified Configuration
A simple and intuitive workflow helps to set up the LAN and WAN gateway quickly and easily
Easy Management & Troubleshooting
A view of statistics for devices/clients and a suite of troubleshooting tools are included
Highly Scalable
The cloud-based model scales from a handful of devices to thousands across multiple sites
MSP Support
MSPs can offer life-cycle management to clients, while providing access to individual dashboards
Detailed, Customizable Reporting
Summary, history, and PCI-compliance reports can be run for FortiEdge Cloud managed networks
FortiEdge Cloud Use Cases
Enterprises
Get life-cycle management of standalone FortiAP, FortiSwitch, and FortiExtender installations. Manage multiple sites from one console anywhere with internet access.
Managed Service Providers
Efficiently offer life-cycle management to clients, while providing access to individual dashboards facilitated by FortiCloud Organizations.
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Case Studies
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Models and Specifications
FortiEdge Cloud offers licenses for: FortiSwitch and FortiExtender, based on model; FortiAP; and FortiGuard Services for UTP running on an AP.
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FortiSwitch 100 Series |
Description |
FortiEdge Cloud Management SKU including FortiCare Premium Tier Support |
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FortiCare only applicable when used with FortiEdge Cloud |
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FortiSwitch 200 - 400 Series (all FSW Rugged Models) |
Description |
FortiEdge Cloud Management SKU including FortiCare Premium Tier Support |
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FortiCare only applicable when used with FortiEdge Cloud |
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FortiSwitch 500-900 Series |
Description |
FortiEdge Cloud Management SKU including FortiCare Premium Tier Support |
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FortiCare only applicable when used with FortiEdge Cloud |
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FortiSwitch 1000 Series and Above |
Description |
FortiEdge Cloud Management SKU including FortiCare Premium Tier Support |
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FortiCare only applicable when used with FortiEdge Cloud |
License |
FortiEdge Cloud FAP (FAP/FAP-U/FAP-C) Advanced Management License |
Description |
Full suite of FAP Management Features, 1 year Log Retention, FortiCare Premium Tier Support. |
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FortiCare only applicable when used with FortiEdge Cloud |
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FortiExtender 100-200 Series (no dual modem, no vehicle models) |
Description |
FortiEdge Cloud Management SKU including FortiCare Premium |
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FortiCare only applicable when used with FortiEdge Cloud |
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FortiExtender 300-500 Series (incl all vehicle and dual modem models) |
Description |
FortiEdge Cloud SKU including FortiCare Premium |
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FortiCare only applicable when used with FortiEdge Cloud |
License |
FortiAP-U Series FortiGuard Universal Threat Protection Subscription Service License. Applicable to FortiGate or FortiEdge Cloud managed F-series or later FortiAP-U family Access Points. |
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Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure, By Mike Leibovitz, Christian Canales, Nauman Raja, Tim Zimmerman, 25 June, 2025