Configuring the dual-band SSID
This example uses a FortiAP 221C to broadcast the dual-band SSID with Radio 1 broadcasting using the 2.4GHz band and Radio 2 using the 5GHz band.
- Go to WiFi & Switch Controller > FortiAP Profiles and create a FortiAP profile.
Set Platform to the model of your FortiAP.
Set the Country/Region.
Under Radio 1, set SSIDs to Manual and select the SSID.
- Under Radio 2, set SSIDs to Manual and select the SSID.
- Go to WiFi & Switch Controller > Managed FortiAPs.
Right-click the FortiAP, select Assign Profile, and set the FortiAP to use your new profile.
Wait for the State column to update and show that the AP is Online.
- Verify that the FortiAP is listed with both Radio 1 and Radio 2 broadcasting the same SSID.