CommScope launches new access point portfolio to accelerate enterprise-class Wi-Fi 6 adoption

Shanghai, China, June 9, 2020 – CommScope recently announced the expansion of its access point (AP) portfolio supporting Wi-Fi 6 technology to help achieve higher data rates, greater network capacity, higher power efficiency and better performance in densely connected environments.

Following the launch of the world’s first Wi-Fi 6 certified RUCKUS R750 access point last year, CommScope has added the R850, R650 and R550 indoor APs and the T750 and T750SE outdoor APs. These access points are all Wi-Fi 6 certified and optimized for high-density connection scenarios such as campuses, hotels, airports and stadiums.

R650 Indoor Wi-Fi 6 Access Point

T750 Outdoor Wi-Fi6 Access Point

Today, wireless networks include not only Wi-Fi, but also a variety of IoT wireless technologies, covering applications such as asset tracking and smart door locks. This has also led to wireless networks being difficult to manage, expensive, and isolated from each other. CommScope's new AP product portfolio is the first to adopt an end-to-end converged architecture to solve the problem of overlapping network coverage, and through a variety of management methods such as SmartZone network controllers, ZoneDirector, RUCKUS Cloud, and RUCKUS Unleashed, it can save costs and facilitate management. In addition, these new APs can also use RUCKUS Analytics, with the help of machine learning and artificial intelligence technology, to fully realize network intelligence.

“As video-based learning becomes more prevalent, our more than 11,000 students across four campuses in Gyeongju, South Korea, are looking for better Wi-Fi connectivity, whether remotely, in the field, in the classroom or in the dormitory,” said Eunhyun Kim, dean of the Department of Information Planning at Dongguk University Gyeongju Campus. “As one of the most prestigious private universities in South Korea, we have relied on CommScope’s RUCKUS portfolio to stay ahead of the evolving network demands of our student population.”

“Teachers, students and administrators expect us to be responsive to their needs, and we expect the same from our vendors,” said Jeff Baird, Director of Technology at Huntington ISD. “We no longer use Chromebooks for online testing because our old network couldn’t support it. Administrators want everything to work smoothly. They are on the front lines and have been receiving complaints from teachers and parents, but we haven’t had any since we switched to RUCKUS.”

BeamFlex technology in RUCKUS APs and the Ultra-High Density Technology Suite enable customers such as Dongguk University Gyeongju Campus and Huntington ISD in South Korea to meet the needs of their users. BeamFlex is a patented technology that automatically adjusts the antenna pattern in real time to minimize interference and provide better performance for each device. The RUCKUS Ultra-High Density Technology Suite refers to a collection of features and technologies that are dedicated to improving network performance and end-user experience in ultra-high density connection environments. These unique technologies and our strong partnerships with partners and suppliers make the RUCKUS portfolio stand out from the crowd.

“Qualcomm Technologies’ Wi-Fi 6 networking platforms are designed to address the needs of congested and challenging network environments with advanced Wi-Fi 6 technologies,” said Nick Kucharewski, vice president and general manager, wireless infrastructure and networking, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “We recognize CommScope’s active embrace of Wi-Fi 6 core features and its continued pace of innovation. Based on the Qualcomm Networking Pro Series platform, the RUCKUS Wi-Fi portfolio can provide a high-performance network access experience.”

The award-winning CommScope RUCKUS access point portfolio now includes:

R850: 8x8:8 indoor Wi-Fi 6 access point with 5.9 Gbps speed and embedded IoT technology. The R850 AP has leading Wi-Fi performance and ensures user experience in the most demanding environments.

R750: A 4x4:4 indoor Wi-Fi 6 access point that supports 3.5 Gbps speeds and embedded IoT technologies. The R750 is the industry’s first Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 access point and serves as a Wi-Fi Alliance test unit to verify Wi-Fi 6 interoperability with other devices.

R650: 4x4:4 indoor Wi-Fi 6 access point with 3 Gbps speeds and embedded IoT technology. An upgrade to the popular R600, the R650 adds Wi-Fi 6 support.

R550: 2x2:2 indoor Wi-Fi 6 access point with 1.8 Gbps speeds and embedded IoT technology. This AP brings powerful Wi-Fi 6 to the mainstream with its competitive price and native IoT support (included in all RUCKUS Wi-Fi 6 APs).

T750: 4x4:4 outdoor Wi-Fi 6 access point with 3.5 Gbps speed and embedded IoT technology. It is the industry's first Wi-Fi 6 certified outdoor AP, providing excellent Wi-Fi performance for outdoor environments.

T750SE: A 4x4:4 outdoor Wi-Fi 6 access point with 3.5 Gbps speeds, embedded IoT, and sector antennas. The T750SE delivers the bandwidth needed for spectators in stadiums and other large venues.

The R650 and T750 will begin shipping in the first quarter of 2020, the R550 and R850 will begin shipping in the second quarter of 2020, and the T750SE will begin shipping in the third quarter of 2020.

“CommScope’s new RUCKUS Wi-Fi 6 access points, with their unique patented technology, are the industry’s leading enterprise solutions to meet the growing demand for connectivity,” said Bart Giordano, senior vice president of product management for CommScope’s RUCKUS portfolio. “We continue to invest in enterprise Wi-Fi, and with the recent launch of RUCKUS Analytics, we are already seeing very positive feedback from our customers.”