Role of the FortiWifi-80CM:
An integrated wireless security gateway for small offices and branches, combining firewalling, VPN, and Wi-Fi in one appliance.
Evolving Traffic Patterns:
Cloud applications, encrypted traffic, and remote work have grown significantly, increasing throughput and inspection demands.
Modern Demands:
Zero trust segmentation, secure wireless access, improved radio performance, and centralized management are now essential.
Strategic Upgrade:
Choose a replacement with better processing headroom, advanced threat protection, seamless wireless integration, and scalable cloud management.
No Security Patches
Outdated devices won’t receive updates, leaving your network exposed to new vulnerabilities.
Lack of Vendor Support
Once support ends, there’s no access to Fortinet’s technical resources or RMA services.
Compliance Failures
Auditors may flag unsupported hardware as a violation of security and industry standards.
Operational Instability
Legacy devices may struggle with modern workloads, encrypted traffic, and cloud integrations.
Lifecycle Planning:
Track Fortinet GA → EOS → EOL → EOSL.
Seamless Migration:
Dedicated engineers ensure minimal downtime.
Future-Proof Security:
Replace with next-gen models aligned to your needs.