Configuring the mesh branches or leaves
The FortiAP units that will serve as branch/leaf nodes must be preconfigured.
1. Connect to the FortiAP unit web-based manager on its default Ethernet interface IP address, 192.168.1.2.
2. In the Connectivity section enter:
Uplink | Mesh |
Mesh AP SSID | fortinet.mesh.<vdom-name>
For example, for the root domain, fortinet.mesh.root. |
Mesh AP Password | Same as Mesh AP SSID. |
Ethernet Bridge | Select |
3. Select Apply and then select Logout.