How To Upgrade To Wi-Fi 6: Everything You Need To Know
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From retail stores and multi-dwelling units to universities and concert venues, organizations of all scales and sizes rely on fast, dependable Wi-Fi connections. However, as devices and traffic density increase, companies often struggle to deliver outstanding Wi-Fi performance on existing networks.
Because performance, reliable Internet connectivity is essential for customers and businesses that support mobile or IoT devices, Wi-Fi technology has evolved to meet today’s increased data and bandwidth demands. By learning how to upgrade to Wi-Fi 6 for enhanced wireless performance, speed, stability, security, and scalability, you can take advantage of recent advances in wireless technology.
The Benefits Of Wi-Fi 6
Wi-Fi 6—the latest standard of wireless networking technology—uses the same carrier frequencies as Wi-Fi 5 (2.4GHz and 5Ghz) to deliver roughly four times the wireless performance by allowing more data to transmit across channels.
Because it takes advantage of 1GHz and 6GHz bands, Wi-Fi 6 technology is forward-compatible for bands that will be used in the future. The benefits of Wi-Fi 6 include:
- Faster connection speeds, even at high demand
- Fully standardized MU-MIMO
- More efficient power usage and lower battery consumption
- Lower latency
- Enhanced security with WPA3
- Increased AP capacity
How To Upgrade To Wi-Fi 6
The first step in upgrading to Wi-Fi 6 is implementing a comprehensive site survey to assess your organization’s needs and scale. Knowing your estimated client capacity, determining the radio frequency of the environment, and knowing where to place wireless access points will lay the foundation for your transition to a Wi-Fi 6 network.
Choosing The Best Wi-Fi 6 Access Point For Your Needs
The next step is to choose the appropriate hardware. CommScope RUCKUS Networks offers an array of Wi-Fi 6 Access Points for any scale of operation, both indoors and outdoors.
| Indoor APs | Outdoor APs | ||
| R350 | For smaller locations with big demands, the R350 offers Wi-Fi 6 connectivity without breaking the bank. | T350 | Designed for flexibility, the T350 brings rock-solid performance for high-density outdoor locations such as airports, malls and small cities. |
| R550 | The R550 brings powerful Wi-Fi 6 connectivity to medium-sized venues like offices and classrooms. | T750 | Adaptive antenna technology provides unparalleled performance, capacity and coverage to large outdoor venues and hotspots. |
| R750 | The R750 is designed to bring high-performance Wi-Fi 6 connectivity to large-scale operations like auditoriums or conference centers. | ||
| R850 | Our most powerful indoor Wi-Fi 6 AP, the R850 brings the same performance for large venues with increased speeds in the harshest environments. | ||
WAV And Ruckus Networks For Seamless Wi-Fi 6 Implementation
Now that you know how to upgrade to Wi-Fi 6, you’ll need to partner with an expert who understands the ins and outs of successful network operations and how to implement and manage an unparalleled Wi-Fi experience.
With our patented technologies and support, Ruckus Networks outperforms the competition and meets the increasing customer demand for extended Wi-Fi network coverage. You can also count on WAV to help you choose the ideal products for your application. With the largest stocking position in the industry for our WISP, ISP, and integration partners, we’ll deliver on your timeline.
The world of network technology is constantly evolving. WAV and Ruckus Networks understand your network needs and how to implement successful Wi-Fi 6 deployments. Become a Ruckus Networks partner today.
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