Role of the FortiWifi-90D-I:
An entry-level wireless security appliance intended for small sites and home-office scenarios, bundling firewall and Wi-Fi connectivity with basic UTM functionality.
Evolving Traffic Patterns:
Today's sites see increased encrypted sessions, growing numbers of client devices and IoT endpoints, and bandwidth-hungry applications that push earlier-generation appliances beyond their capabilities.
Modern Demands:
Organizations now expect centralized orchestration, cloud-native security services, improved Wi-Fi performance, and integrated SD-WAN for resilient, optimized connectivity across diverse links.
Strategic Upgrade:
Prioritize replacements that scale radio throughput, support modern Wi-Fi standards, and integrate with cloud management and security stacks. Use staged rollouts, policy migration tools, and network testing to reduce downtime and validate functionality.
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Outdated devices won’t receive updates, leaving your network exposed to new vulnerabilities.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.