Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise expands mobile campus solution
to deliver high-performance WiFi and LAN access
New
access points, edge switches and enhanced network management provide high-speed
WiFi and better service in business areas with high density of mobile users and
IoT devices. At a glance:
– New Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess(R) Stellar access points with latest 802.11ac
wave 2 technology provide simplicity, performance, analytics and IoT readiness
with an excellent user-centric experience
– New Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch(R) stackable LAN switch family with
Multigigabit and technology provides increased bandwidth for new generation
APs, while high-power PoE supports the most demanding IoT devices
– Newest release of Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista(R) 2500 NMS offers unified network
management of LAN and WLAN, with smart analytics to monitor and manage
application utilization and drive better strategic business decisions
Newswire) – ALE, operating under the Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise brand, today
introduced new products enhancing its solutions for the mobile campus. New
access points, edge switches and network management capabilities create an
optimized network infrastructure to accommodate the digital transformation of
businesses, including next-generation mobility services and Internet of Things
(IoT).Highlighting WiFi Solution
The showcase of the expanded Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise Mobile
Campus solution family is the new Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar WLAN family
of products. Stellar access points use a controller-less architecture with
distributed control intelligence providing more reliability, better scalability
and reduced cost. It delivers a high-quality user experience leveraging the
802.11ac Wave 2 technology, for indoor and outdoor usages, with resiliency and
security. Furthermore, it includes integrated guest management and built-in DPI
which can be leveraged for smart analytics and to help better support Internet
of Things devices such as surveillance cameras, traffic lights and more.
OmniAccess Stellar is offered in two modes:
– WiFi Express: Scales up to 64 APs and operates in a
simplified cluster architecture, providing plug-and-play deployments and mostly
used for SMB.
– WiFi Enterprise: For networks with high scalability,
operates in a controller-less architecture. Requires OmniVista 2500 NMS to
provide multiple advanced network services including comprehensive guest
management, BYOD, IoT containment, Apple/ DLNA device support and detailed
analytics.
Stackable Access Switches
The most recent addition to the access switch family is the
OmniSwitch 6560 with Multigigabit 2.5Gbps access ports to enable high-speed
WiFi and high PoE ports to power IoT devices. Additional 10Gbps uplink ports
and 20G stacking ports offer the option to address the expected growing demand
in terms of network traffic.
Network Management – Smart Analytics
Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista 2500 Network Management provides
businesses smart monitoring and control for users, devices and applications,
which can empower companies to create a simple and effective unified management
resource and support better strategic decisions. OmniVista not only manages
OmniAccess Stellar WLAN infrastructure but it also offers a unified
configuration and policy management for both the LAN and WLAN. It avoids
duplication of tasks, keeps policies consistent on the entire network
infrastructure and simplifies IT operations. In addition, OmniVista provides
application analytics dashboards that give all relevant information regarding
the network usage, ensuring the alignment of investments with the business’
strategy.
About ALE
ALE is a leading provider of enterprise communications
solutions and services, from the office to the cloud, marketed under the
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise brand. Building on our established heritage of
innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, we operate globally with 2400+ employees
in 100+ countries worldwide, with headquarters near Paris, France.
With communications, networking and cloud solutions for
business of all sizes, our team of technology experts, service professionals,
and 2900+ partners serve more than 830,000 customers worldwide, tailoring and
adapting our solutions and services to local requirements. This provides
tangible business outcomes through personalized connected experiences for
customers and end users.
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