Joined up connectivity via Zyxel Networks WiFi 7 and POE switches
Reliable and speedy WiFi connectivity for both staff and customers is a core requirement for many businesses and other organisations. People expect to be able to use their devices to connect to the web and check their email and messaging apps everywhere. Whether that’s when working flexibly in their office spaces or sipping a coffee in the cafe at the gym.
The rate of change across all sectors of the technology landscape is constant. WiFi networking standards are not immune from this phenomenon, and just as WiFi 6 based solutions have spread widely, we are now entering the WiFi 7 era.
What is WiFi 7?
WiFi 7 is the latest iteration of the standards that cover technical networking. In the specific case of WiFi 7, the relevant standard that applies is IEEE 802.11be. The governing body designed WiFi 7 to deliver significantly enhanced wireless performance when compared to previous WiFi standards.
From a theoretical perspective, it can deliver speeds of up to 46Gbps - five times faster than the latest WiFi 6 standard. The improvements use functionality such as a 320MHz channel width, 4096 QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation), and Multi-Link Operation (MLO) to deliver higher data rates, lower latency, and more reliable connections in high-density environments.
You can read much more about WiFi 7 in the Zyxel Networks white paper titled Understanding the benefits of WiFi 7, which is freely downloadable from the Zyxel Networks WiFi 7 solutions landing page.
How does WiFi 7 improve on previous WiFi standards?
In addition to the channel width, modulation and multi-link improvements mentioned above, WiFi 7 also builds on the previous standard by using the 6Ghz wireless band more effectively. These improvements deliver the following benefits:
- Greater data throughput - through speeds up to 46Gbps and doubled channel width, WiFi 7 ensures high data rates and minimal latency
- Support for more simultaneous connections - perfect for high-density environments like conference venues, sports stadiums and expansive educational or Enterprise campuses
- Support for device connections across multiple bands - MLO delivers stable WiFi 7 connectivity using multiple bands and access points, which is crucial in challenging wireless environments with lots of user movement or wireless interference
- Future proofing - deploying WiFi 7 now means that your wireless infrastructure is ready to support future devices that will increasingly ship with WiFi 7 over the next few years
Why is Zyxel Networks WiFi 7 the best choice?
With over three decades of expertise in the networking sector, Zyxel Networks is well-equipped to deliver unparalleled performance and stability. They engineer their WiFi 7 solutions to provide lightning-fast speeds, low latency and seamless connectivity, even in environments with numerous connected devices.
Via a partnership with Qualcomm, the leading chipset manufacturer for wireless solutions, Zyxel Networks WiFi products use the most advanced and reliable technology available. Zyxel Networks has designed its products to adapt to evolving networking demands, delivering a solid long-term return on investment for organisations that adopt their networking solutions.
To simplify network management, Zyxel Networks has built Nebula – a cloud-based platform that enables effortless configuration, monitoring and control of WiFi 7 networking infrastructure across multiple deployment sites. The user-friendly interface that Nebula provides allows IT administrators to optimise network performance, troubleshoot issues and make necessary adjustments from any remote location.
Zyxel Networks also provides extensive support resources and ongoing assistance via direct support, service providers and a widespread partner network.
By choosing Zyxel Networks’ enterprise-grade WiFi 7 solutions, businesses of all sizes can benefit from a reliable, high-performance WiFi network that keeps pace with their growing needs, all while enjoying the convenience and flexibility of the Nebula cloud management platform backed by a comprehensive support system.
Wired and wireless - joined up connectivity with Zyxel Networks POE switches
While WiFi is the go-to networking method for many people, due to the universal use of laptops and other mobile devices, there is still a place for high-speed wired networking within controlled environments. Many of the data-heavy applications that are becoming increasingly common benefit from the even higher throughput and lower latency connections you can get via wired networking. However, it’s equally as important that the WiFi and the wired networks work together as a seamless whole that allows a person to switch between them without having to think about it.
Zyxel Networks networking solutions seamlessly integrate WiFi 7 wireless connectivity with wired networking, including 10Gbit Ethernet and fibre networks. The Zyxel Networks range of networking switches integrates seamlessly with the Nebula cloud management platform and links wired and WiFi networks into a coherent whole. Many of the models include a Power over Ethernet (PoE) version that helps extend wired and WiFi networking to challenging locations.
The Zyxel Networks XMG1915-10EP switch recently got a glowing review from the Mighty Gadget site. Awarding the switch a 95% rating, the reviewer wrote, “The Zyxel XMG1915-10EP is a superb, relatively affordable 2.5GbE POE cloud-managed Layer 2 switch that perfectly complements the recently launched Zyxel NWA130BE WiFi 7 access point.”
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Renaissance and Zyxel Networks partner to make the innovative Zyxel Networks WiFi 7, switches, Nebula and other solutions available to MSPs in Ireland. Contact our experts today to discuss how Zyxel Networks can help improve your network, or to take advantage of the current offer.