Creating the WiFi SSID
In order to create a WiFi SSID using the web-based manager, the WiFi Controller (called WiFi & Switch Controller on FortiGate models 100D, 200D, 240D, 600C, 800C, and 1000C) feature must be enabled using Feature Select. For more information, see
“Feature Select”.
Both guest and employee devices will need an SSID (WiFi network) with open security. This means that no passphrase is required to join the SSID. Device policies will determine who gets access to network resources. By default, open security is not available in the WiFi SSID configuration.
To configure the SSID
1. Go to WiFi Controller > WiFi Network > SSID and select Create New.
2. Enter the following information and select OK:
Name | byod-example |
IP/Netmask | 10.10.110.1/24 |
Administrative Access | Ping (to assist with testing) |
Enable DHCP Server | Enable |
| Address Range | 10.10.110.2 - 10.10.110.199 |
| Netmask | 255.255.255.0 |
| Default Gateway | Same As Interface IP |
SSID | byod-guest |
Security Mode | Open |
Block Intra-SSID Traffic | Select. |
Leave other settings at their default values. |
For detailed information about creating a WiFi SSID, see the Deploying Wireless Networks chapter of the FortiOS Handbook.