Physical topology

For an SMB with 20 to 100 users, two (2) devices per user are assumed, which adds from 40 to 200 devices to the network.

Given the number of devices and subsequent segments, VLANs rather than physical interfaces are used for segmentation. Therefore, besides WAN and MGMT interfaces, which can be accessed directly, all other internal networks are segmented using VLANs.

Also, although this guide demonstrates the use of one (1) managed switch, given the number of possible devices requiring wired connection, it is highly likely that multiple managed switches may be required.

Similarly, where the physical location may be large, multiple FortiAPs may be required to provide sufficient signal and range.