Fortinet FortiExtender 20D
3G/4G LTE Wireless WAN Extenders

Overview:

Improve Business Continuity with a 3G/4G Backup WAN Connection

A reliable WAN connection is essential for the modern enterprise. With businesses increasingly relying on cloud computing and remote applications, WAN connectivity must be always-on and downtime caused by an unreliable connection to the WAN is costly. Ideal for the distributed enterprise, retail location and SMB, FortiExtender 3G/4G Wireless WAN Extenders work in conjunction with the FortiGate Network Security Platform to provide a 3G/4G WAN connection as a backup to the primary wired WAN link. The advanced FortiOS software on the FortiGate facilitates rapid failover from the wired connection to the FortiExtender 3G/4G Wireless WAN connection in the event of a wired failure, ensuring the enterprise location stays online and operational.

3G/4G Wireless WAN as a Primary WAN Connection

3G/4G are the latest high-speed wireless WAN technologies. Modern enterprises are ncreasingly taking advantage of these technologies not only as a backup for their wired WAN connections, but also as the primary WAN connection in locations such as; small branch offices, retail Point of Sale and kiosks. A FortiExtender 3G/4G Wireless WAN Extender enables a reliable and stable connection to support these applications.

Superior Management, Security and Control

FortiExtenders are true plug-and-play devices. Once connected to the FortiGate, they appear as a regular network interface in FortiOS, providing single pane of glass management. This enables administrators to manage the connection as well as implement complete UTM security and control, just like any other FortiGate interface. In addition, FortiOS will display data quota usage on the Wireless WAN interface, providing complete visibility of the connection to ensure costly carrier data limits are not exceeded. The superior management, security and control of the FortiExtender ultimately reduces the Total Cost of Ownership for your WAN.

Flexible Deployment for Optimal Signal Strength

FortiExtender devices have been engineered to be installed in the best possible location to achieve maximum 3G/4G wireless signal strength. The unit is powered using Power over Ethernet with both indoor and outdoor models available, enabling the device to be located for optimal signal strength, even up to 100m away from the FortiGate or Network Switch. The choice between indoor or outdoor models provides deployment flexibility based on the specific signal strength requirements for each location.

3G/4G Wireless WAN connection for Distributed Enterprise, Branch Office, Retail and SMB.

• Enables placement of 3G/4G Wireless modem outdoors or close to a window, improving signal strength
• Provides a secondary failover WAN link to improve business continuity
• Provides a primary WAN link for retail POS, remote ATM machines and remote kiosk-type systems
• Reduces WAN TCO through single pane of glass management integration with the FortiGate Network Security Platform
• Data usage management and alerts to monitor data usage and avoid overcharges
• PoE powered

Features:

Key Features and Benefits
Integrates into the FortiGate Network Security Platform	Single pane of glass management of the wired and wireless WAN connections and security reduces Total Cost of Ownership for your WAN.
Designed for Outdoor Use	Can be located to maximize 3G/4G signal strength, without using lossy antenna cables or limited strength USB modem.
Power over Ethernet	Can be located up to 100m from the FortiGate appliance or network switch, to optimize wireless signal strength.
Enterprise Performance	Can be located up to 100m from the FortiGate appliance or network switch, to optimize wireless signal strength.

Superior Management, Security and Control

FortiExtenders are a true plug-and-play device. Once connected to the FortiGate, they appear as a regular network interface in FortiOS, providing single pane of glass management. This enables administrators to manage the connection as well as implement complete UTM security and control, just like any other FortiGate interface. In addition, FortiOS will display data quota usage on the wireless WAN interface, providing complete visibility of the connection to ensure costly carrier data limits are not exceeded. The superior management, security and control of the FortiExtender ultimately reduces the Total Cost of Ownership for your WAN.

Flexible Deployment for Optimal Signal Strength

FortiExtender devices have been engineered to be installed in the best possible location to achieve maximum 3G/4G LTE wireless signal strength. The unit is powered using Power over Ethernet with both indoor and outdoor models available, enabling the device to be located for optimal signal strength, even up to 100m away from the FortiGate or Network Switch.

FortiOS Web-based GUI — complete FortiExtender visibility and control.

FortiExtender can be placed near a window or outdoors for optimal signal strength.

Specifications:

	FEX-20D	FEX-40D-XXX	FEX-100B
Hardware and System
Modem Support	USB	Internal	USB
Number of Antennas	N/A	2 SMA External	N/A
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Powered	IEEE 802.3af (6W) (Not including USB)	IEEE 802.3af (10W)	IEEE 802.3af (7.3W)
Ethernet Ports	1 GE RJ45 Port	1 GE RJ45 Port	1 GE RJ45 Port
GPS Antenna Port	N/A	N/A
Mounting Options	Wall Mount / Desktop	Wall Mount / Desktop	Pole and wall mount
Type	Indoor	Indoor	Outdoor / IP55
Dimensions
Height x Width x Length (inches)	1.75 x 7 x 11.4 (Security cover on); 1.75 x 7 x 6 (w/o security cover)	1.75 x 7 x 6 (not including antenna length)	5.7 x 10.6 x 1.9
Height x Width x Length (mm)	45 x 180 x 290 (Security cover on); 45 x 180 x 155 (w/o security cover)	45 x 180 x 155 (not including antenna length)	145 x 268 x 48
Weight	0.8 lb (0.36 kg)	0.83 lb (0.38 kg)	1 lb (454 g)
Environment
Operating Temperature	32–131°F (0–55°C)	32–131°F (0–55°C)	32–131°F (0–55°C)
Storage Temperature	-4–158°F (-20–70°C)	-4–158°F (-20–70°C)	-4–158°F (-20–70°C)
Humidity	0–95%	0–95%	0–95%
Certifications
CB	IEC 60950-1:2005	IEC 60950-1:2005	IEC 60950-1:2005
UL	UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07	UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07	UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07
FCC	FCC Part 15, Class B and Subpart C and EICES-003	FCC Part 15, Class B and Subpart C and EICES-003	FCC Part 15, Class B and Subpart C and EICES-003
CE	RR&TTE Directive 1999 / 5 / EC	RR&TTE Directive 1999 / 5 / EC	RR&TTE Directive 1999 / 5 / EC
	EN 300 328 / EN 301 489 / EN 301 893 / EN 50385	EN 300 328 / EN 301 489 / EN 301 893 / EN 50385	EN 300 328 / EN 301 489 / EN 301 893 / EN 50385
	EU Directive 2004 / 108 / EC EMC	EU Directive 2004 / 108 / EC EMC	EU Directive 2004 / 108 / EC EMC
	EU Directive 2006 /95 / EC LVD	EU Directive 2006 /95 / EC LVD	EU Directive 2006 /95 / EC LVD
	EN 55022 / EN 55024 / EN 61000	EN 55022 / EN 55024 / EN 61000	EN 55022 / EN 55024 / EN 61000
IC	Canada RSS-210 Issue 7 / Canada RSS-Gen Issue 2 RSS102, Issue 4	Canada RSS-210 Issue 7 / Canada RSS-Gen Issue 2 RSS102, Issue 4	Canada RSS-210 Issue 7 / Canada RSS-Gen Issue 2 RSS102, Issue 4
Directives	Low Voltage Directive • RoHS	Low Voltage Directive • RoHS	Low Voltage Directive • RoHS

	FEX-40D-NAM	FEX-40D-INTL	FEX-40D-AMEU
Regional Compatibility
	United States, Canada and Mexico	Europe, Middle East, Central America (except Mexico), South America and Australia	North and South America and EMEA Carriers
Internal Modem Specifications
Modem Model	Sierra Wireless EM7355	Sierra Wireless EM7305	Sierra Wireless EM7455
LTE	Bands: 2, 4, 5, 13, 17, 25	Bands: 1, 3, 7, 8, 20	Bands: 1, 2, 3, 5, 8
UMTS/HSPA+	Bands:1, 2, 4, 5, 8	Bands: 1, 2, 5, 8	Bands: 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, 41
WCDMA	Bands: 1, 2, 5, 8		Bands: 1, 2, 5, 8
CDMA 1xRTT/EV-DO Rev A	BC0,BC1,BC10		BC0,BC1,BC10
GSM/GPRS/EDGE	Quad Band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz	Quad Band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz	Quad Band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
Additional Ports	N/A	N/A	GPS antenna port
Module Certifications	FCC, PTCRB, NCC	CE, GCF, NCC, FCC	FCC, PTCRB, NCC
Diversity	Yes	Yes	Yes
MIMO	Yes	Yes	Yes
GNSS Bias	Yes	Yes	Yes
XLTE (band bonding)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Advanced Radio Technology	2 x 2 MIMO — Enables industry leading data speeds Receiver Equalization — Improves performance in noisy and highly mobile environments Receiver Diversity — Improves performance at cell edges and in buildings
Advanced Software Features	Connection status Auto-connect Auto-select network Data byte count Network profile Self-diagnostics Power management — Standby & hibernate selective suspend DIAG & AT Commands IMEI located on outer box and device for simple activation by Verizon Private IP SIM support L2 and L3 Tunnel modes via VLAN and CAPWAP for fast and flexible deployments Single pane of glass management via FortiGate and FortiManager
SIM Features	Dual-SIM support with intelligent fail-over algorithms SIM size: Mini-SIM type 2FF SIM security cover IMEI printed at bottom of enclosure for ease of activation
Carrier Certifications	Verizon Wireless (in process) Verizon Wireless DMNR PTCRB for use with AT&T and most North American carriers (in process)

Certification notes: In general, you can activate the FEX-40D internal modem with most worldwide carriers, then simply install a SIM card and create a wireless WAN link. The built-in modem offers quad-band connectivity to HSPA+ networks worldwide and expected to work in 3G mode worldwide, subject to carrier support. There are exceptions however, as some carriers control the access to their network to specific carrier certified devices. These carriers allow only certified modem IMEI numbers on their network and have the ability to disable the LTE connection after a period of time. The following carriers are known to require additional testing to obtain certification. Please reach out to the Fortinet sales team and to evaluate your specific regional requirements: Brazil (VIVO), USA (Sprint), New Zealand, Arabian Peninsula (all carriers), UK (All carriers).

Documentation:

Download the Fortinet FortiExtender Series Data Sheet (PDF).