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Redefining Hospitality: RUCKUS Networks Launches AI-Driven Solutions for Unmatched Guest Experiences

Kait Donieto — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 07:48:17 +0000

The hospitality industry thrives on exceeding guest expectations. In today’s digital age, reliable and high-speed Wi-Fi is a necessity to provide your guests with the best experiences. CommScope, a global leader in network connectivity, unveils a groundbreaking suite of solutions of RUCKUS Networks that leverages the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Wi-Fi 7 technology, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to empower hotels and resorts to deliver exceptional guest experiences while streamlining operations and boosting sustainability.

The suite delivers purpose-built features that are specific to the industry and tailored to the needs of the various stakeholders including:

Identity-based differentiated experiences

Depending on their loyalty level as per the property management system (PMS), a guest could be offered certain rewards or benefits without any extra charge, i.e., premium Wi-Fi connectivity for specified status or higher-level guests.

Brand compliance

RUCKUS One Hospitality Edition provides a suite of features that deliver 360-degree brand report cards covering brand-specific policy compliance, network health, and guest experience.

Industry-aligned License Management

Ownership and ongoing management of licenses as it relates to the industry. Licenses are owned by property/ownership groups. Licenses are handled accordingly when the property/ownership group changes brand and/or LSP/Integrators.

Streamlined Operations and Cost Savings

The suite also boasts significant benefits for hotel operations. Real-world examples from satisfied customers paint a clear picture based on Miguel Fonseca, IT Systems Manager, Royal Garden Hotel, and Joseph Martin, Vice President, Product Management for Single Digits Inc.:

Reduced customer complaints by 90%

RUCKUS AI proactively identifies and addresses network issues before they disrupt guest experiences.

75% reduction in incident handling costs

Faster problem resolution translates to significant cost savings.

Detailed network visibility

RUCKUS AI empowers hoteliers to optimize their network continuously, streamlining operations and eliminating the need for helpdesk tickets.

A Suite of Powerful Solutions

The RUCKUS suite encompasses a range of innovative solutions:

RUCKUS One Hospitality Edition

This AI-driven platform provides real-time network assurance and business intelligence that helps drive global brand standards and increase brand loyalty.

RUCKUS Wi-Fi 7 Solutions

Featuring industry-leading access points like the R770 and the all-new R670 (the first AI-driven Wi-Fi 7 AP from RUCKUS), these solutions guarantee high-performance connectivity for guests.

RUCKUS AI

This robust service assurance platform delivers actionable insights for both IT teams and the business itself.

Hospitality Gateway by RUCKUS Networks

This WAN gateway simplifies the deployment of a unified hospitality services solution, boosting revenue, guest loyalty, and operational efficiency across the entire property.

RUCKUS IoT Suite

Empowering hotels to leverage the power of IoT for exceptional guest experiences, improved operational efficiency, and enhanced staff productivity, safety, and security.

Investing in the Future of Hospitality

In the words of Bart Giordano, SVP and President of Networking, Intelligent Cellular & Security Solutions at CommScope, “The RUCKUS suite of hospitality solutions is purpose-driven to meet two of the biggest needs in the industry: improving brand loyalty and operational efficiency. We’ve leveraged AI, Wi-Fi 7, and our proven cloud-native network management and assurance solutions to make it easier than ever to deliver amazing guest experiences; scale that experience across services, brands, and locations; and create new efficiencies that span the entire value delivery chain. In other words, it’s never been easier or more cost-effective to deliver and maintain the best digital hospitality experiences.”

Investing in the RUCKUS suite is an investment in the future of your hospitality business. Contact MEC Networks today to learn more.

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Unlock the Future of Education with RUCKUS R770: Wi-Fi 7 and 6 GHz

Kait Donieto — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 09:00:50 +0000

In the dynamic landscape of higher education, reliable, faster, and secure wireless connectivity is non-negotiable. RUCKUS R770 is the answer! Not only does it address today’s connectivity challenges, but it also propels institutions towards embracing innovative technology, meeting the ever-evolving demands of both students and educators in this digital age.

In the realm of academia, where knowledge knows no bounds, an innovation thrives—Wi-Fi. This is a journey of a digital revolution, where higher education campuses are transformed into bustling hubs of knowledge exchange. Wi-Fi stands as the lifeblood, ensuring the seamless flow of education, where a shaky connection is a sin more heinous than any scholarly transgression. Welcome to the future of learning.

Elevating Connectivity: Launching the RUCKUS R770

It’s momentous at RUCKUS Networks as they usher in a new era of connectivity. Recently, they proudly introduced the RUCKUS R770—the world’s first AI-powered, enterprise-grade, tri-band Wi-Fi 7 Access Point from a leading US technology giant. Wi-Fi 7′s lightning-fast speeds, minimal latency, and enhanced reliability are set to redefine user experiences and empower a whole new generation of advanced connected devices with demanding applications.

The Benefits of Wi-Fi 7 and 6 GHz for Higher Education

In the sphere of higher education, the transformative power of Wi-Fi 7 and 6 GHz is no secret. Here, RUCKUS presents the five advantages that stand as beacons of innovation:

Fostering unparalleled learning experiences for students through digital-first approach.
Protecting students and their academic journey.
Uniting smart campuses and smart dorms for a home-away-from-home, comfort-laden experience.
Highly efficient networks with systematized IT operations.
Enabling seamless recreational activities of students with rapid, dependable, and low-latency Wi-Fi connectivity.

These are merely the beginning, as the potential for Wi-Fi 7 and 6 GHz knows no bounds in the world of higher education.

The Fusion of Wi-Fi 7 and RUCKUS Technologies

Now, the provocative question: What sets the RUCKUS R770 apart in delivering these exceptional benefits?

The RUCKUS R770 merges the potent capabilities of Wi-Fi 7 with RUCKUS’ proprietary Radio Frequency (RF) technologies, like Beamflex+ and time-tested RUCKUS AI (Artificial Intelligence). This powerful combination brings forth a premium experience for the world of higher education. Setting it apart from other Wi-Fi 7 offerings, the RUCKUS R770 boasts five key differentiators:

Exceptional throughput and capability
Adaptive resilience
Minimized latency
Streamlined advanced security
Built-in modern IoT (Internet of Things) stack

The RUCKUS R770, a tri-band concurrent indoor Access Point, unleashes 8 spatial streams (2×2:2 in 2.4GHz, 4×4:4 in 5GHz, 2×2:2 in 6GHz) and supports Wi-Fi 7’s groundbreaking features such as Multi-Link-Operation, Preamble Puncturing, 4K QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation) Modulation, and 320MHz channels. It powers industry-leading performance environments with a remarkable combined data rate of 12.22 Gbps. Plus, the RUCKUS R770 ensures a bottleneck-free backhaul with a 10Gbps Ethernet port, maximizing the full potential of your Wi-Fi capabilities.

Empowering Higher Education with Exceptional Network Support

There’s an imperative need for robust support that transcends ordinary boundaries for higher education institutions whether it’s fueling AR/VR applications, data-intensive 4K/8K video streaming, or the demands of latency-sensitive voice and data applications.

Let’s not overlook the reality that college and university campuses brim with a multitude of Wi-Fi-enabled devices. The cleaner 6 GHz frequency paves the way for improved indoor coverage and capacity, catering to large lecture halls, libraries, and dormitories. It ensures that students enjoy unwavering Wi-Fi connectivity across campus.

With the RUCKUS R770’s remarkable capabilities and throughput, it efficiently handles an increased load of concurrent connections, keeping up with the rising demand for connectivity on campus. Coupled with the low-latency attributes of Wi-Fi 7 and RUCKUS R770, the concept of real-time streaming IP audio for extensive lecture halls becomes a distinct possibility.

Harnessing the power of RUCKUS Networks’ patented Beamflex+ technology, the RUCKUS R770 can help higher education institutions to amplify their capacity, extend their coverage, and elevate throughput even further when working in 6 GHz low-power mode.

Improving Network Efficiency with AI

As higher education networks evolve in complexity, IT teams are on a relentless quest for enhanced operational efficiency. RUCKUS AI deploys a host of features like AI-driven network assurance, Hybrid Federated Machine Learning, Graph AI, AI-driven probe suppression, AI-driven radio resource management, and AI-driven Wi-Fi 7 resiliency. This not only heightens the reliability of higher education networks but also allows the RUCKUS R770 to deliver a premium connectivity experience while streamlining IT operations.

The RUCKUS R770 takes an assertive step towards future-proofing higher education networks. It bridges the divide between siloed networks, unifying Wi-Fi and non-Wi-Fi wireless technologies into a single, cohesive network. How? By incorporating built-in BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) or Zigbee radios and extending compatibility with future wireless technologies through the onboard USB (Universal Serial Bus) port.

Aside from that, there are two built-in supports that guarantee seamless interoperability among many IoT solutions. First is “Matter”, a protocol that allows your phone to communicate with other devices. Second is “Thread” which is also a protocol that makes Matter perform better. For higher education institutions, this translates into unraveled deployment of improved student safety measures and precedes for a smart campus experience, bringing a sense of comfort and familiarity to students’ home-away-from-home.

Fortified Security at Every Level

The RUCKUS R770 proudly upholds a multi-layer security framework, encompassing secure boot, TPM (Trusted Platform Module) 2.0, and the exclusive DPSK3, among others. RUCKUS’ very own DPSK3 harnesses the strength of DPSK (Dynamic Pre-Shared Key) within WPA3 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 3), seamlessly merging advanced security with the adaptability and user-friendliness of dynamic passphrases to fortify network access security. Secure boot and TPM 2.0 extend unwavering hardware-level protection, standing guard against malware and sophisticated cyber threats, guaranteeing that only trusted software runs on the AP. In the context of higher education, these safeguards are indispensable as data security and privacy compliance take center stage for it.

RUCKUS R770: A Quantum Leap in Higher Education Connectivity

To put it simply, the RUCKUS R770 brings a brighter future to higher education institutions by offering swifter, more dependable, and ultra-secure wireless connectivity. It not only tackles the present connectivity requirements but also propels these institutions to embrace forthcoming technologies and cater to the changing needs of students and educators in this digital era.

Transform Your Connectivity

Embrace the future with RUCKUS R770! Bring your higher education experience to the next level with faster, more reliable, and ultra-secure wireless connectivity. Explore it today and take the new step towards a seamlessly connected future for your institution.

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Ruckus ICX Switch

MEC Digital — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 18:06:37 +0000

Scalable fixed form-factor switches for next-generation IP networks

Support for wireless networking is at the core of the ICX family design. ICX switches’ high PoE budgets and support for PoE+ and PoH will power the new generations of wireless APs, surveillance cameras, video displays, and other devices for years to come.

KEY BENEFITS:

Upgradable, Flexible Architecture

● Multi-purpose switches can be deployed standalone or stacked across the campus to form a distributed core/aggregation layer

● Upgradable uplink/stacking ports from 1 GbE to 10 GbE and 40 GbE to 100GbE

Industry-Leading Price/Performance

● Industry-leading access switches offering unprecedented capabilities

● High-performance stackable aggregation and core switches deliver more for less

Unique Stacking Capabilities Simplify Management

● Stack over long distances using standard Ethernet optics

● Superior scalability of up to 12 switches per stack

● Aggregation and core ICX switches also support stacking for unmatched scalability

Scale-out Architecture Reduces Cost of Operations

● Deploy cost-effective networks with distributed core/aggregation that outperform traditional chassis-based architecture

● Delivers the benefits of a chassis with the flexibility of stackable switches

Time-saving

● IEEE 802.3bz standard-based multigigabit Ethernet support

● Optimizes next-generation Wi-Fi 6 and future wireless AP deployment, increasing performance while reducing cost

Together, ICX multi-purpose switches comprise the building blocks for simplified network deployment and management, scale-out networking, and investment protection with the industry’s lowest total cost of ownership.

The ICX switches can be deployed in homogeneous stacks using local or long-distance links of up to 10 kilometers for maximum flexibility. Customers can mix and match ICX switches to build highly converged networks that simplify deployment and management and improve operational efficiency.

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MEC Named as CommScope RUCKUS’ 2020 Distributor of the Year

MEC Digital — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 07:24:00 +0000

These uncertain times cannot stop or slow us down from our pursuit of excellence. Our dedication has once again borne fruit! We are pleased to announce that CommScope RUCKUS named MEC Networks Corporation as their 2020 Distributor Of The Year (Philippines) in their recent 2021 ASEAN Virtual Partner Conference Award!

About The Award

The award was presented at CommScope RUCKUS’ latest ASEAN Partner Conference held last April 27, 2021. Led by CommScope RUCKUS Sales Director for ASEAN, Kho Teck Meng, the event was concluded with a ceremony to recognize the achievements of CommScope RUCKUS ASEAN Partners in the areas of performance, sales, delivery of solutions, and customer service.

CommScope RUCKUS Country Manager for Philippines and Guam, Crissy Bancil-Gocolay, acknowledged that the pandemic brought difficulties for their distributors and partners. She expressed gratitude and appreciation for the support that their partners gave and looked forward to a brighter 2021. She shared, “Despite this pandemic, our partners continued to strive and provided continued business especially to our end customers. It makes me so proud that despite this very challenging time, you were able to rise above all. On behalf of the ASEAN team, congratulations to all the winners and thank you for your undying support to RUCKUS!”

" Despite this pandemic, our partners continued to strive and provided continued business especially to our end customers. It makes me so proud that despite this very challenging time, you were able to rise above all "

Crissy Bancil-Gocolay | CommScope Ruckus, Country Manager – Philippines, Guam Tweet

Our Commitment

We are very happy to receive this recognition, but we couldn’t have done this without our partners. Earning this award in the face of unexpected challenges is both an honor and a testament to our partners’ resilience and commitment to innovation and customer service. With CommScope Ruckus’ support, we’ll continue to provide technology and solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

If you’re interested in partnering with us, click the button below to fill up the form and one of our representatives will get back to you as soon as possible.

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Ruckus R750 WiFi 6 AP

MEC Digital — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 18:41:53 +0000

Indoor Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Access Point for Ultra-Dense Environments

The R750 is the first Wi-Fi 6 AP to be certified by Wi-Fi Alliance as Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6.

As part of the Wi-Fi Alliance testbed, the R750 validates other devices for Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 interoperability.

FEATURES

Connect more devices simultaneously

Improve device performance, by enabling more simultaneous device connections with built-in 8 spatial streams (4×4:4 in 5GHz, 4×4:4 in 2.4GHz), MU-MIMO, and OFDMA technology.

Multiple management options

Manage the R750 with on-premise physical/ virtual appliances and control auto-provisioning for faster deployment and seamless firmware upgrades.

High-density performance

Provides exceptional end-user experience within large meeting halls, general enterprise spaces, and large classrooms with the RUCKUS Ultra-High-Density Technology Suite.

Enhanced security

The latest Wi-Fi security standard with WPA3 and receive enhanced protection from man-in-the-middle attacks in the most secure way.

Converged access point

Allows customers to eliminate siloed networks and unify WiFi and non-WiFi wireless technologies into one single network by using built-in BLE and Zigbee, and also expanding to any future wireless technologies through the USB port.

More than Wi-Fi

Support services beyond Wi-Fi with RUCKUS IoT Suite, Cloudpath® security and onboarding software, SPoT Wi-Fi locationing engine, and SCI network analytics.

Multigigabit access speeds

Optimized multi-gigabit Wi-Fi performance delivered using the built-in 2.5GbE port to connect to multi-gigabit switches.

The R750 is based on the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard and bridges the performance gap from ‘gigabit’ Wi-Fi to ‘multi-gigabit’ Wi-Fi in support of insatiable demand for better and faster Wi-Fi.

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Ruckus Cloud-Managed Systems

MEC Digital — Mon, 10 Aug 2020 23:12:11 +0000

Fast. Reliable. Secure

Easily provision, manage, optimize, and troubleshoot a high-performance enterprise wired and wireless network via a single web dashboard or native mobile application.

CommScope RUCKUS® Cloud is a converged network management-as-a-service platform that enables IT to deliver exceptional user experiences, simply.

With RUCKUS Cloud, “lean” IT organizations can easily provision, manage, optimize, and troubleshoot a high-performance enterprise wired and wireless network via a single web dashboard or native mobile application.

Using advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and patented machine learning techniques, RUCKUS Cloud gives IT the troubleshooting tools to react quickly to service-affecting issues and to stop network anomalies from rising to the service-affecting level.

Simplicity

Simplify lifecycle management of your infrastructure –from zero-touch provisioning to monitoring to managing– so you can keep everything patched and updated, all the time, across multiple locations without additional onsite IT specialists.

Scalability

Scale up or down your network management solution to match your changing business needs, without compromising user experiences or worrying about incurring extra costs

Visibility

Gain insights into network performance, resource consumption, and overall network health. You’ll get this valuable visibility for all users, devices applications, and network infrastructure, across all your sites, virtually in real-time via a single pane of glass dashboard.

Security

Ensure that your controller and connected devices (such as Wi-Fi APs and switches) are automatically updated to the latest feature sets and the most current security patches.

Cost

Ensure an attractive total cost of ownership from the ground up. Optimal scalability helps you avoid excess CapEx, while greater simplicity and enhanced visibility reduce OpEx by streamlining IT training, management, and helpdesk operations.

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Ruckus Analytics

MEC Digital — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 21:39:42 +0000

Cloud service for network intelligence and service assurance

Robust reporting, informative dashboard and machine-learning-powered analytics for your RUCKUS enterprise networks

RUCKUS Analytics is a cloud service for network intelligence and service assurance. Powered by machine learning and AI, it gives IT comprehensive visibility into network operations. The service accelerates troubleshooting and helps IT teams meet their network SLAs.

Gain at-a-Glance Insight into Network Health

The service lets you easily monitor network health, with an overview tab that provides a high-level summary view. Network health monitoring gives you instant visibility into metrics like AP service uptime, time to connect, connection success rate, client throughput, and more.

Leverage Incident Analytics Powered by Machine Learning

It automatically establishes a normal range of behavior for each network element, without requiring any input from IT. Then it uses machine learning to automatically identify service incidents related to connectivity, performance, and infrastructure that affect user experience.

Accelerate Troubleshooting for Network Service Assurance

With simple and flexible search and a holistic client troubleshooting page, RUCKUS Analytics gives you a complete picture of client experience for easy connectivity and user experience diagnostics.

Increase Visibility with Detailed Reports & Summary Dashboards

A wide variety of standardized reports provides visibility into network performance, traffic patterns, application usage, and more. Summary views provide high-level information, and you can drill down to the level of individual network components and devices.

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Manage in the Cloud with Ruckus

MEC Digital — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 20:54:18 +0000

Simply Better Wi-Fi

Work remotely and respond faster to your organization’s demand to manage multi-site Wi-Fi network.

Intuitive Cloud Managed Wi-Fi built for the most challenging user and environment.

Intent-Driven User Interface for easy configuration and management.

Powerful Mobile App for flexible management and monitoring.

Ruckus Cloud Wi-Fi is WLAN Management-as-a-Service that enables enterprises with limited IT resources to easily set-up, monitor, and manage a high-performance multi-site WLAN of any size, without compromising on Wi-Fi performance.

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Ruckus M510

MEC Digital — Fri, 05 Jun 2020 01:01:57 +0000

Mobile-Wireless Access Points

Support digital payment while providing Wi-Fi for public transportation.

◯ Embedded LTE module for cellular backhaul

◯ Cashless and contact-free transactions

◯ Application filtering and rate-limiting feature

Leverage LTE networks as a backhaul

Because of the wireless LTE backhaul capability, the M510 addresses multiple deployment scenarios like mobile “in-vehicle” Wi-Fi, rapid Wi-Fi deployment for pop-up retail or first-responders, and temporary Wi-Fi deployments at a construction site.

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Ruckus Home Wireless

MEC Digital — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 19:52:04 +0000

Smart Wi-Fi Unleashed

Enterprise Wireless right at the comfort of your own home

Ruckus Zoneflex R320

The Ruckus R320 delivers consistent, reliable 802.11ac Wave 2 wireless networking. It features the patented Ruckus performance optimization and interference mitigation technologies found in our premier access points to deliver superior user experiences at extended ranges. But it provides them in an ultra-compact form factor built for small and midsize businesses and low-density hotspot environments.

Ruckus Zoneflex H510

The Ruckus H510 wall-mounted access point and switch makes it easy to support the foremost demanding in-room connectivity requirements. It starts with Ruckus’ patented Wi-Fi optimization intelligence to deliver the industry’s highest-performing wireless connectivity. Combine that with four-ports of Gigabit Ethernet to attach multiple in-room wired devices, without extra cabling.

Wide Range coverage: fewer access points needed.

Wireless scheduling and content filtering for parental control.

Easy to setup solutions for up to 100 connected devices.

Rate limiting and application filtering for bandwidth maximization.

Mesh capable.

No more interference from other wireless APs and devices.

Guess access for visitors.

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