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High Performance, 802.11ac Mid-Range Smart Wi-Fi Access Points with Adaptive Antenna Technology
The Ruckus ZoneFlex R500 delivers high-performance and reliable 802.11ac wireless networking at a competitive price point. Unlike any other 802.11ac wireless solution in its class, the ZoneFlex R500 combines patented adaptive antenna technology and automatic interference mitigation to deliver consistent, predictable performance at extended ranges with up to an additional 4dB of BeamFlex gain on top of the physical antenna gain and up to 10dB of interference mitigation. The R500 is ideal for wireless networks servicing mobile devices with dual-polarized antennas that adapt in real time to hand-held device movement and rotation ensuring consistent performance.
Each ZoneFlex R500 integrates Ruckus-patented BeamFlex, a software-controlled, high gain antenna array that continually forms and directs each Wi-Fi packet over the best performing signal path. The ZoneFlex R500 automatically selects channels for highest throughput potential using Ruckus ChannelFly dynamic channel management, adapting to environmental changes. Once deployed, enterprises never have to worry about constant site surveys as the environment changes. A sleek and low-profile design, the ZoneFlex R500 was purpose built for enterprises requiring reliable high speed client connectivity. It is ideal for a variety of medium density enterprise and hotspot environments including SMBs, hotels, schools, retail outlets and branch offices.
Patented BeamFlex+ Technology Extends Signal Range, Improves Stability of Client Connections
All ZoneFlex R500 Smart Wi-Fi access points integrate a software-controlled smart antenna with PD-MRC (polarization diversity) that delivers up to an additional 4 dB of BeamFlex gain and 10 dB of interference mitigation. This is especially beneficial to enhance the performance of mobile devices which are constantly in motion and changing orientation.
Advanced WLAN Applications with Smart/OS
When used with the Ruckus Smart WLAN controllers, each ZoneFlex R500 supports a wide range of value-added applications such as guest networking, Dynamic PSK, hotspot authentication, wireless intrusion detection and many more. With Smart/OS, WLANs can be created and mapped to the same or different APs or VLANs. In a centrally managed configuration, the ZoneFlex R500 works with a wide range of authentication servers including Microsoft's Active Directory, LDAP and RADIUS.
Flexible Deployment Options
ZoneFlex R500 APs can be deployed as a standalone AP or as part of a centrally managed wireless LAN using ZoneDirector Smart WLAN controllers. ZoneFlex R500 can be deployed across any L2/L3 network and can bridge traffic onto the local network, tunnel to a central location using L2TP or PPPoE or route between the WAN and NAT'ed private subnets. With the Ruckus controllers, each ZoneFlex R500 is automatically configured through the network making deployment quick and easy.
Complete Local and Remote Management
Each ZoneFlex R500 can be managed as a standalone AP through a Web-based GUI, using SNMP or through the Ruckus FlexMaster Wi-Fi remote management system. Local management can also be performed using Ruckus' Smart WLAN controllers. FlexMaster is a LINUX-based software platform that uses industry-standard protocols to perform bulk configuration, fault detection, monitoring and a wide range of troubleshooting capabilities over a wire area connection. The controllers enable local management and control of APs, adding value-added services such as transmit power control and guest networking.
High Performance and Cost Effective
• Two-stream MIMO 2x2:2
• Concurrent dual-band (5GHz/2.4GHz) support
• 867 Mbps (5 GHz) and 300 Mbps (2.4 GHz) of user throughput
• Up to 4dB of signal-to-interference and noise (SINR) improvement and up to 10dB of interference mitigation
• Capable of supporting up to 500 clients
• Novel channel selection approach delivering up to 50 percent capacity gain over alternative background scanning approaches
Adaptive antennas and Automatic interference mitigation
• Up to 2 times extended range and coverage
• Automatic interference mitigation, optimized for high-density environments
• Mobile device ready: dual polarized adaptive antennas with 64 antenna patterns per radio for ultra-reliability
Concurrent support for HD IPTV, VoIP and data
• Support for isochronous, multicast IP video streaming
• Four queues per client station
Differentiated services with multiple SSIDs
• Support for multiple BSSIDs with unique QoS and security policies
• WPA-PSK (AES), 802.1X support
• Zero-IT and Dynamic PSK
• Captive portal and guest accounts
• RADIUS and Active Directory support
Extended range requires fewer APs
Adaptive antenna technology delivers up to 2x increase in Wi-Fi signal coverage minimizing the number of APs required to service any area.
Sleek, low profile enclosure for ease-of-deployment
Aesthetically-pleasing design and a range of mounting options.
Channel selection optimizes throughput
ChannelFly dynamic channel management, based on throughput measurements, not just interference, chooses the best channel to give users the highest possible throughput.
Super simple configuration and management
The industry's simplest configuration and management through a Web-based wizard and automated deployment capabilities.
Flexible deployment options
Standalone or controller-based deployment.
Adaptive Polarization Diversity (PD-MRC)
Dual-polarized antennas that are dynamically selected provide better reception for hard to hear clients and more consistent performance as clients constantly change orientation.
Hassle free migration to higher speed Wi-Fi
Support for standard 802.3af power over Ethernet allows enterprises to use existing PoE switches without costly upgrades.
The ZoneFlex R500 Unleashed Integrates With Your Existing Network Infrastructure
Delivering best-in-class 802.11ac performance and reliability at a competitive price - making it the ideal wireless solution for mid-range enterprise and branch office applications.
Hotel Common Areas Such As Shared Offices
The ZoneFlex R500 is ideal for deployment in hotel common areas to provide wireless connection to high quality data access, as well as wired connections to IP phone and guest devices.
Deployment For Retail / Branch Offices
The ZoneFlex R500 is ideal for deployment in retail stores to provide inconspicuous wireless connection to high quality video, wireless IP phones and data access for handheld PoS bar code scanners.