Overview:
A perfect storm of technology trends—the Internet of Things (IoT), bandwidth-hungry cloud and video applications, an explosion of new devices—is driving organizations in every industry to upgrade their WLAN infrastructure. 802.11ac Wave 2 can deliver the performance you need, but it can also quickly overload existing 1 Gbps backhaul connections. Who wants to bear the cost of running more Ethernet and using more switch ports to ensure greater throughput between wired and wireless?
The RUCKUS R720 Unleashed indoor access point is our highest-capacity fourstream 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi AP. It features multi-gigabit technology, so you can step up to faster Wi-Fi speeds and 2.5GbE backhaul connectivity without having to replace your Cat 5e cabling or use additional switch ports. Deploy a highperformance, highly resilient Wi-Fi network without breaking the bank.
The RUCKUS R720 Unleashed provides an affordable controller-less Wi-Fi solution with premium performance and simplified management. There is no need for separate controllers and access point licenses, significantly reducing upfront costs. With an intuitive and easy to understand user interface, Unleashed network can be setup in under 5 minutes on the mobile phone or a web browser without need of networking expertise.
With hundreds of devices and nonstop wireless noise and interference, busy indoor environments can be the most challenging Wi-Fi deployments. The R720 Unleashed makes it easy to deliver reliable, high-performance connectivitdy in large enterprises, office buildings, university campuses, convention centers, and practically any other indoor space.
The R720 Unleashed 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi AP incorporates patented technologies found only in the RUCKUS Wi-Fi portfolio.
- Extended coverage with patented BeamFlex+ utilizing mult-directional antenna patterns
- Improved throughput with ChannelFly which dynamically find less congested Wi-Fi channels to use
With four stream MU-MIMO connectivity, the R720 Unleashed can simultaneously transmit to multiple Wave 2 clients in the widest available channels, drastically improving RF efficiency even for non-Wave 2 clients.
BEST IN CLASS PERFORMANCE
BeamFlex+—Patented Adaptive Antenna Technology
The RUCKUS R720 Unleashed integrates patented softwarecontrolled adaptive antennas. BeamFlex+ antenna adapts automatically to client locations and environmental conditions; the smart antenna technology optimizes the RF energy toward client on a per packet basis. This allows for substantially higher performance than traditional solutions.
ChannelFly—Machine Learning Auto Channel
ChannelFly is a new approach to optimizing RF channel selection based on capacity averages across all channels. Specialized algorithms select the best channel based on historical values. In combination with the adaptive antenna technology, ChannelFly delivers substantially higher throughput than our competitors.
SmartMesh™—Self-Forming and Self-Healing Mesh
SmartMesh simplifies the deployment of your unleashed network by reducing cumbersome radio planning and costly cabling needed to reliably connect every Wi-Fi access point. SmartMesh automatically establishes wireless connections between individual access points using patented smart antenna technology and self-heals in the event of a failed link.
BETTER FOR YOUR BUSINESS
Easy to Deploy and Manage
The RUCKUS R720 Unleashed can be deployed in under 5 minutes from your laptop browser (eg. Chrome, Safari) or from your mobile device (eg. iPhone). Unleashed app is free and available on App Store and Google Play. With the intuitive user interface, you can setup an access point in less than 60 seconds. Configure the Master AP and it automatically configures all the other APs.
Low CAPEX and Low OPEX
Controller functions are integrated into the R720 Unleashed. Separate controllers and access point licenses are no longer needed, significantly reducing upfront costs. R720 Unleashed is so easy to deploy and manage that you don’t need IT.
Network Investment Protection
We ensured that your network investment with RUCKUS is fully protected. If your business grows or your needs change, you can migrate to a Controller based or a Cloud based solution using your Unleashed APs without any additional cost.
Features:
The RUCKUS R720 Unleashed is loaded with enterprise-grade features to provide great Wi-Fi experience for your customers and employees. Some of the key features include:
| Feature |
Benefit |
| Zero IT |
Easily onboard customers or employees onto your Wi-Fi through an interactive portal. |
| Guest Features |
Customize the Wi-Fi service with your logo, brand and messages. Create Guest Passes, Guest Wi-Fi access or Wi-Fi access through social media to gain better customer insights. |
| Resiliency |
Continue to access your network even if internet connectivity fails. In case of any disruption, network will continue to work as long as at least one AP is up. |
| App Recognition |
Gain insights into your network usage patterns of over 2200 applications with Deep Packet Inspection. |
| Security |
Secure your network and protect your client with encryption, WPA-PSK, Dynamic PSK, client isolation and 802.1x for RADIUS and AD. |
| Multiple language support |
Create and manage your Wi-Fi network in your own language. Supports 13 languages currently. |
| Remote Management |
Manage your Unleashed network setup across multiple locations with a single pane view through the mobile app or the RUCKUS Unleashed Multi-Site Manager for more advanced options. Manage up to 10 Unleashed networks using the mobile app. |
Benefits:
DEPLOY IN UNDER 5 MINUTES
Setup your Wi–Fi network in under 5 minutes from a mobile device or browser with an intuitive and easy to understand User Interface.
POWER IN YOUR POCKET
Manage your network, get detailed insights about your network and understand your network usage patterns from the free mobile app available on Google Play and App Store.
PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT
Expand across multiple locations with Unleashed MultiSite Manager. If your network grows even further, Migrate to a Controller based or a Cloud based solution with your Unleashed APs.
STUNNING PERFORMANCE
Provide a great user experience no matter how challenging the environment with BeamFlex+™ adaptive antenna technology.
SERVICE MORE DEVICES
Connect more devices simultaneously with four MU-MIMO spatial streams and concurrent dual-band.
GET OPTIMAL THROUGHPUT
ChannelFly™ dynamic channel technology uses machine learning to automatically find the least congested channels. You always get the highest throughput the band can support.
BETTER MESH NETWORKING
Reduce expensive cabling, and complex mesh configurations by checking a box with SmartMesh™ wireless meshing technology to dynamically create self-forming, self-healing mesh networks.
MULTI-GIGABIT ACCESS SPEEDS
Liberate the multi-gigabit power of Wave 2 Wi-Fi by using built-in 2.5GbE (802.3bz) backhaul to connect to multigigabit switches.
RUCKUS Unleashed:
Want blazing-fast Wi-Fi performance? Simple installation and management? Business-class security and resiliency? Enterprise-class features? And all at an affordable cost? Welcome to RUCKUS Unleashed. These access points (APs) use our patented technologies to deliver Ruckus’ industry-leading Wi-Fi performance, but in a package designed and priced for small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) and organizations
Introducing RUCKUS Unleashed
RUCKUS Unleashed is a high-performance, simple-to-setup, easy-to-manage and affordable portfolio of access points. With built-in controller functionality, there’s no need to invest in a separate appliance. You can manage your entire network (APs and switches) from your phone or web browser. Deploying at multiple sites? Manage all your Wi-Fi networks from one place through the Unleashed Multi-Site Manager. You can get your network up and running in under 5 minutes
Where can RUCKUS Unleashed deliver maximum value?
RUCKUS Unleashed APs and switches are designed for small and midsize businesses with a single location or multiple locations with up to 128 APs, 2048 clients and 8 switches per deployment. They’re the perfect choice for smaller organizations that need to provide high-performing, enterprise Wi-Fi to employees, customers and guests without breaking the bank. Using the Unleashed mobile app, Unleashed APs can be managed by practically anyone—no specialized IT expertise required. And Unleashed APs are designed to easily scale up as the business grows—a key requirement for the 58% of SMBs that expect to grow within the next 6–12 months.
Enterprise-grade features
RUCKUS Unleashed APs and switches come loaded with enterprise-grade features to customize, optimize and secure your Wi-Fi networks and deliver great user experiences. Key features are highlighted below.
FEATURE |
BENEFIT |
Guest Services |
Give guests secure, high-performance Wi-Fi access, while isolating their traffic from the private business network easily. Customize your guest Wi-Fi portal with your logo, brand and messages. Provide Wi-Fi access through Guest Passes, or have guests authenticate using social media accounts such as Facebook to eliminate the hassle (and security holes) of sharing
Wi-Fi passwords. |
Application Visibility and Control |
Monitor the network usage patterns of over 2,200 applications with Deep Packet Inspection, and find out which ones are consuming the most resources. You can define application-specific access rules (such as limiting access to YouTube or social media), or even limit Wi-Fi speeds for specific applications and/or SSIDs. |
Resiliency |
Continue to access printers and other network devices even if internet connectivity fails. Users stay connected to the Wi-Fi network even if one or several APs fail for any reason, as long as at least one AP in the network is online. |
Security |
Use DPSK to eliminate the risks of shared passwords and lock down access to the Wi-Fi network—without complex configurations. In addition, secure your network and protect your clients with WPA encryption, client isolation and 802.1x for RADIUS and Active Directory. |
Zero Touch Mesh |
Add new Unleashed APs to the existing network securely over the air. Dramatically speed up and simplify the installation of an Unleashed network. |
Multiple Language Support |
Create and manage your Wi-Fi network in your own language. RUCKUS Unleashed currently supports 13 languages. |
URL Filtering |
Define web access rules for your network users. Protect your network from malware and phishing sites. |
Social Login |
With the built-in Social Login feature, you can sign into the Unleashed mobile app using your Gmail, Facebook or Twitter account, and link your Unleashed Wi-Fi network. From that point on, you can manage your Unleashed
network from anywhere in the world using your social login. |
Remote Management |
Need a quick answer or help troubleshooting a network issue? Just tap the “Invite for Remote Management” option on the mobile app, and send a text message or email with a link containing all the Unleashed network information to an expert. |
AP Groups |
Apply multiple configuration profiles to different groups of APs. |
Zero IT |
Easily onboard customers or employees onto your Wi-Fi network through a simple, self-service portal. |
SSID Rate-Limiting |
If you want to limit data speeds for a particular group of users (such as guest users), you can create a separate SSID with a data rate “speed limit” that you define. |
Specifications:
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Feature/Description |
High-end
802.11ax 4x4 dual concurrent AP with MU-MIMO,
BeamFlex+ and 2.5Gbps backhaul |
High-end
802.11ax 8x8 dual concurrent AP with MU-MIMO,
BeamFlex+ and 5Gbps backhaul |
High-end
802.11ac Wave 2 dual- concurrent AP with MU-MIMO
BeamFlex+ and 2.5Gbps backhaul |
High-end
802.11ac Wave 2 dual- concurrent AP with
MU-MIMO and BeamFlex+ |
Maximum PHY rate |
2400 Mbps (5GHz)
1148 Mbps (2.4GHz) |
4800 Mbps (5GHz)
1148 Mbps (2.4GHz) |
1733 Mbps (5GHz)
600 Mbps (2.4GHz) |
1733 Mbps (5GHz)
600 Mbps (2.4GHz) |
Wi-Fi technology |
802.11ax (2.4GHz, 5GHz) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6™ |
802.11ax (2.4 GHz, 5GHz) |
802.11ac (5GHz)
802.11n (2.4GHz) |
802.11ac (5GHz)
802.11n (2.4GHz) |
Concurrent users |
1024 |
1024 |
512 |
512 |
Radio chains:streams |
4x4:4 |
8x8:8 |
4x4:4 |
4x4:4 SU-MIMO
4x4:3 MU-MIMO |
Antenna patterns (per band) |
4,000+ |
4,000+ |
4,000+ |
4,000+ |
Antenna gain |
Up to 3dbi |
Up to 2dBi |
Up to 3dBi |
Up to 3dBi |
PD-MRC |
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Rx sensitivity (2.4/5GHz) |
-102dBm |
-103/-101dBm |
-104dBm |
-104dBm |
ChannelFly |
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SmartMesh |
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USB (IoT Ready) |
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Ethernet ports |
1x1GbE 1x2.5GbE |
1x 1/2.5/5 Gbps
1x 10/100/1000 Mbps |
1 x 1GbE and 1 x 2.5GbE |
2 x 1GbE |
Integrated BLE/ZigBee |
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WLAN Control and Management |
· ZoneDirector
· SmartZone
· Unleashed
· RUCKUS Cloud |
· ZoneDirector
· SmartZone
· RUCKUS Cloud |
· ZoneDirector
· SmartZone
· Unleashed
· RUCKUS Cloud |
· ZoneDirector
· SmartZone
· Unleashed
· RUCKUS Cloud |
1 Max power varies by country setting, band, and MCS rate
2 BeamFlex+ gains are statistical system-level effects (including TxBF), translated to enhanced SINR here, and based on observations over time in real-world conditions with multiple APs and many clients
3 Rx sensitivity varies by band, channel width, and MCS rate
4 With 160MHz channelization enabled, the R720 runs in two spatial stream mode (2x2:2)
