In a fiercely competitive marketplace, multiple system cable operators (MSOs) are looking for new ways to differentiate their services and open new revenue streams. To do it, many are looking to expand branded broadband Wi-Fi throughout their coverage areas. But overlaying existing hybrid fiber coax (HFC) cable networks with new Wi-Fi services can be a complex—and expensive—proposition.
The Ruckus 7781-CM outdoor access point delivers the industry’s highest performing 802.11n 3x3:3 Wi-Fi in a lightweight, strand-mounted form factor designed to easily integrate with existing HFC networks. It features patented Ruckus BeamFlex adaptive antenna technology for RF optimization and interference mitigation to extend wireless range and reliability, combined with an integrated DOCSIS 3.0-, EuroDOCSIS-, and Japan-certified cable modem. Available with an omnidirectional antenna, the 7781-CM can provide consistent, reliable data access in a wide range of high-density environments.
The 7781-CM is a perfect choice for MSOs looking to deliver branded Wi-Fi connectivity for hotspot services in neighborhoods, resorts, train stations, and other public locations across their coverage areas. Its low-profile form factor can be easily installed and integrated with HFC networks—using existing mounting, power, backhaul, customer service systems, and other existing cable assets. Network operators can easily create tiered wireless services at different quality levels, data offload solutions, and other new revenue-generating Wi-Fi services. And they can extend reliable managed wireless services outdoors to locations where Ethernet cabling is too expensive or impractical.
The 7781-CM AP incorporates patented technologies found only in the Ruckus Wi-Fi portfolio.
- Extended coverage with patented BeamFlex+ utilizing mult-directional antenna patterns.
- Improve throughput with ChannelFly, which dynamically finds less congested Wi-Fi channels to use.
The 7781-CM also features a separate monitoring radio sensor to perform real-time spectrum analysis with no packet loss. Additionally, using the 7781-CM’s integrated GPS capabilities, operators can automatically establish the exact location of each access point on a network map—greatly simplifying installation and maintenance.
Whether operators deploying ten or ten thousand APs, the 7781-CM is also easy to manage through Ruckus’ appliance, virtual and cloud management options.
Benefits
Good Outdoor Wi-Fi
Industrial-grade IP-67 hardened enclosures (-40°C to +65°C) with GPS and DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem.
Good Wi-Fi Performance
Provide a great user experience no matter how challenging the environment with BeamFlex+™ adaptive antenna technology using over 2,000 directional antenna patterns.
Automate Optimal Throughput
Improve performance automatically with ChannelFly™ and machine learning, which finds less congested Wi-Fi channels with dynamic RF channel selection.
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.
Access Point Antenna Pattern
Ruckus’ BeamFlex+ adaptive antennas allow the 7781-CM AP to dynamically choose among a host of antenna patterns (over 2,000 possible combinations) in real-time to establish the best possible connection with every device. This leads to:
- Better Wi-Fi coverage
- Reduced RF interference
Traditional omni-directional antennas, found in generic access points, oversaturate the environment by needlessly radiating RF signals in all directions. In contrast, the Ruckus BeamFlex+ adaptive antenna directs the radio signals per-device on a packet-by-packet basis to optimize Wi-Fi coverage and capacity in real-time to support high device density environments. BeamFlex+ operates without the need for device feedback and hence can benefit even devices using legacy standards.
Antenna Patterns
Antenna Patterns
Antenna Patterns
Antenna Patterns
Note: The outer trace represents the composite RF footprint of all possible BeamFlex+ antenna patterns, while the inner trace represents one BeamFlex+ antenna pattern within the composite outer trace.
| Wi-Fi Standards |
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| Supported Rates |
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| Supported Channels |
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| MIMO |
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| Spatial Streams |
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| Radio Chains and Streams |
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| Channelization |
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| Security |
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| Other Wi-Fi Features |
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| Antenna Type |
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| Antenna Gain (max) |
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| Peak Transmit Power (aggregate across MIMO chains) |
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| Minimum Receive Sensitivity1 |
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| Frequency Bands |
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| HT20 | HT40 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| MCS0 | MCS0 | ||
| -100 | -94 |
| VHT20 | VHT40 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| MCS0 | MCS0 | ||
| -100 | -94 |
| Rate | Pout (dBm) |
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| MCS0 HT20 | 24 |
| Rate | Pout (dBm) |
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| MCS0 VHT20 | 24 |
| Peak PHY Rates |
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| Client Capacity |
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| SSID |
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| Antenna Optimization |
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| Wi-Fi Channel Management |
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| Client Density Management |
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| SmartCast Quality of Service |
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| Mobility |
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| Diagnostic Tools |
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| Controller Platform Support |
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| IP |
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| VLAN |
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| 802.1x |
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| Tunnel |
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| Gateway and Routing |
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| Policy Management Tools |
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| Cable Modem |
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| GPS |
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| Physical Size |
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| Weight |
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| Ingress Protection |
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| Mounting |
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| Operating Temperature |
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| Operating Humidity |
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| Power Supply | Max Power Consumption |
|---|---|
| No PoE_Out/No Heater |
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| No PoE_Out/Heater On |
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| PoE_Out 15.4W/Heater On |
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| Wi-Fi Alliance4 |
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| Standards Compliance5 |
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| Location Based Services |
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| Network Analytics |
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| Security and Policy |
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| 901-7781-US01 |
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| 901-7781-WW01 |
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| 901-7781-WW11 |
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| 901-7781-JP21 |
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Warranty: Sold with a limited lifetime warranty.
For details see: http://support.ruckuswireless.com/warranty.
| 902-0182-0003 |
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| 903-0183-0000 |
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1 Rx sensitivity varies by band, channel width and MCS rate.
2 DHCP is only supported on SmartZone.
3 Max power varies by country setting, band, and MCS rate.
4 For complete list of WFA certifications, please see Wi-Fi Alliance website.
5 For current certification status, please see price list.