Replacing APs
FortiAP devices can be replaced from the AP Manager > Device & Groups pane.
To replace a FortiAP device:
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Go to AP Manager > Managed FortiAPs.
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Select a managed FortiGate.
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Right-click on a FortiAP device in the table and click Deauthorize.
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When the device's status is Unauthorized, right-click on the same FortiAP device and click Replace.
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Enter the new FortiAP serial number, and click OK.
After the FortiAP has been replaced successfully, refresh the page and the new FortiAP is displayed. -
Authorize the FortiAP device, then connect the FortiAP to the FortiGate.
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Power on the FortiAP device. After a few minutes, the FortiAP is displayed as Online.
You can view the replacement serial number in the Replacement Serial Number column in the Managed FortiSwitches table.