Fortinet, Inc.

FEX-511G-WiFi

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FortiExtender 511G-WiFi Router

Device Specification

Product Description

The FortiExtender 511G-WiFi Router is a ruggedized 5G cellular WAN edge device designed to extend secure broadband connectivity to enterprise, industrial, and remote environments. Integrated with the Fortinet Security Fabric, the 511G-WiFi delivers high-speed 5G NR Sub-6 GHz connectivity with LTE fallback while enabling centralized security, visibility, and policy enforcement through FortiGate firewalls.

Featuring an outdoor-rated enclosure with integrated Wi-Fi, Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, and advanced antenna design, the FortiExtender 511G-WiFi is optimized for deployments where signal strength, durability, and simplified installation are critical. It serves as a secure cellular extension for Fortinet SD-WAN and SASE architectures, enabling reliable primary or backup WAN connectivity in demanding locations.

Network Speed: 5G
UE Category: Cat 22
Standalone: SA/NSA
Redcap: No
LTE Band Support 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 46, 48, 66, 71
5G Band Support n2, n5, n7, n12, n14, n25, n26, n30, n38, n41, n48, n66, n70, n71, n77, 78
T-Mobile Programs Slicing, T-Priority, WPS
GPS Standalone
Wi-Fi No
SMS No
Voice No
eUICC No
Satellite No
Operating System Linux
TACs 35818665
Chipset Brand Name Qualcomm
Chipset Model No. SDX62
Module Brand Name Sierra Wireless
Module Model No. EM9291
Module Form Factor M2
Vendor Product Brief Specification Document
DICE ID 23621

Features:

  • 5G NR Sub-6 GHz connectivity with LTE fallback for resilient WAN access
  • Integrated Wi-Fi for local wireless connectivity
  • Seamless integration with FortiGate firewalls and Fortinet Security Fabric
  • Outdoor-rated, rugged enclosure for harsh and remote environments
  • Power over Ethernet (PoE) support for simplified installation
  • Advanced antenna design for improved cellular signal reception
  • Supports SD-WAN, VPN, and centralized management via FortiManager and FortiOS
  • Designed for primary, secondary, or failover cellular WAN deployments

Applications:

  • Enterprise branch and remote site connectivity
  • Industrial and critical infrastructure networking
  • Retail, transportation, and smart city deployments
  • Primary or backup WAN for Fortinet SD-WAN environments
  • Outdoor fixed wireless and remote broadband access

Certification Rating:

  • T-Mobile Network Certified
  • FCC compliant
  • PTCRB compliant