Cisco wireless solutions allow organizations to securely extend their networks where employees need them the most, helping to improve productivity, provide better response to customers, and grow the business. The Cisco Unified Wireless products cost-effectively provide the industry's most comprehensive wireless network portfolio that allows organizations to meet their current needs, while creating a smooth migration path for future enhancements. This innovative solution brings mobility to endpoint devices and users, providing them with anytime, anywhere network access.
- The Cisco Unified Wireless Network is composed of five interconnected elements that work together to deliver a unified enterprise-class wireless solution. The five interconnected elements are client devices, access points, network unification, world-class network management, and mobility services.
- Cisco delivers industry-leading mobility services that enable innovative applications to streamline business operations and improve productivity and combines the best elements of wireless and wired networking to deliver scalable, manageable, and secure WLANs with a low total cost of ownership.
- It includes innovative RF capabilities that enable real-time access to core business applications and provides proven enterprise-class secure connectivity. The Cisco Unified Wireless Network delivers the same level of security, scalability, reliability, ease of deployment, and management for wireless LANs that organizations expect from their wired LANs.
- The Cisco Unified Wireless Network is an integrated end-to-end solution that addresses all layers of the WLAN, from client devices and access points, to the network infrastructure, to network management, to the delivery of advanced wireless services integration.
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The Cisco Unified Wireless Network is the industry's only unified wired and wireless solution to cost-effectively address the WLAN security, deployment, management, and control issues facing business' of all sizes. It combines the best elements of wireless and wired networking to deliver secure, scalable WLANs with a low total cost of ownership. The flexible design allows network managers to design secure wireless infrastructures that meet their specific needs, whether deploying a simple or highly integrated network and extends sophisticated intelligent networking features to the wireless LAN, including support for Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM), QoS, virtual LANs, and fast, secure layer 2 and layer 3 roaming for seamless mobility. Series
| Features
| Aironet 1240AG Series 
| Second-generation 802.11a/b/g dual-band access point Rugged metal case, extended operating temperature, and external antenna versatility provides extended range and flexible installation options for RF environments such as factories, warehouses and retailers Available in an Autonomous or Lightweight version
| Aironet 1230AG Series 
| Designed specifically for challenging RF environments such as factories, warehouses, and large retail establishments that require the antenna versatility associated with connectorized antennas, a rugged metal enclosure, and a broad operating temperature range First-generation 802.11a/b/g dual-band version Available in an Autonomous or Lightweight version
| Aironet 1200 Series
| Designed specifically for challenging environments like factories, warehouses, and large retail establishments that require the antenna versatility associated with connectorized antennas, as well as a rugged metal enclosure and a broad operating temperature range Single-band 802.11b/g rugged access points Upgradeable to 802.11a/g as network requirements change Available in an Autonomous or Lightweight version
| Aironet 1130AG Series
| Low-profile enterprise-class access point with integrated antennas for easy deployment in offices and similar RF environments Dual-band 802.11a/b/g access points Integrated antennas and aesthetically pleasing case for easy deployment in offices and similar facilities Available in an Autonomous or Lightweight version
| Aironet 1100 Series
| Designed for simplified deployment, along with integrated diversity dipole antennas that provide robust and predictable WLAN coverage for offices and similar RF environments Single-band 802.11b/g access points Integrated antennas for easy deployment in offices and similar facilities Available in an Autonomous or Lightweight version
| Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point 
| Specifically designed for operation with Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers and the Wireless Control System management tool. Dual-band 802.11a/b/g access point Integrated antennas for easy deployment in offices and similar facilities Available in a Lightweight version only
| Aironet 1500 MESH Series
| Designed for municipal Wi-Fi deployments for public access, public safety, or managed services, and for enterprise campus outdoor Wi-Fi extensions. Enables cost-effective, scalable deployment of secure outdoor wireless LANs using Mesh technology Available in a Lightweight version only
| Aironet 1300 Outdoor Series
| Provides high-speed and cost-effective wireless connectivity between multiple fixed or mobile networks Single-band 802.11b/g outdoor access points and bridges Ideal for outdoor areas, network connections within a campus area, or outdoor infrastructure for mobile networks. Available in an Autonomous or Lightweight version
| Aironet 1400 Outdoor Series
| Designed to be a cost-effective alternative to leased lines, it is engineered specifically for harsh outdoor environments, yet also works well in indoor deployments High-speed, high-performance outdoor bridging solution for line-of-sight applications Provides a cost-effective license-free alternative to leased lines Available in an Autonomous version only
| Client Adapters 
| Cisco Aironet IEEE 802.11a/b/g CardBus Wireless LAN Client Adapters: For laptops and tablet PCs. Cisco Aironet IEEE 802.11a/b/g PCI Wireless LAN Client Adapters: For low-profile slim desktop and point-of-sale devices Cisco Aironet 5 GHz 54 Mbps Wireless LAN Client Adapter (CB20A): For 802.11a only wireless connectivity
| Secure Services Client
| A single authentication framework for multiple device types based on the IEEE 802.1X standard Full integration with the Cisco Unified Wireless Network and the Cisco Self-Defending Network Security policy functions designed to protect network endpoint devices, enforce security policies, and control network access
| 4400 Series Wireless LAN Controllers 
| Provides real-time communication between lightweight access points and other wireless LAN controllers to deliver centralized security policies, wireless intrusion prevention system (IPS) capabilities, award-winning RF management, quality of service (QoS), and mobility For medium-to-large enterprise facilities The Cisco 4402 with 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports supports configurations for 12, 25, and 50 access points Cisco 4404 with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports supports 100 access points
| 2100 Series Wireless LAN Controllers 
| For small to medium-sized businesses or branch offices Securely manage business-class WLANs and mobility services, such as voice, guest access, and location services Provides eight 10/100 Ethernet ports, intended to support a combination of access points and redundant LAN uplinks Allows for convenient desktop mounting or rack mounting, with optional rack mount kit for flexible deployment
| Wireless Location Appliance  | Industry's first location solution that tracks thousands of devices from the WLAN infrastructure, providing a cost effective, high-resolution solution to critical applications Uses Cisco WLAN controllers and Cisco lightweight access points to track locations of wireless devices to within a few meters
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| Centralized, systems-level management console for medium-sized to large businesses using autonomous Cisco Aironet access points and wireless bridges Provides comprehensive air/radio frequency (RF) and device management to simplify deployment, reduce operational complexity, and provide administrators visibility
| CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine Express 
| Facilitates the adoption and control of WLANs by extending "wireless awareness" into important elements of the network infrastructure, providing the same level of security, scalability, reliability, and ease of deployment and management for wireless LANs that organizations have come to expect from their wired LANs Complete wireless LAN management solution Integrated AAA server for small to medium-sized businesses or branch offices using Cisco Aironet autonomous access points and wireless bridges
| Wireless IP Phone 7920
| IEEE 802.11b wireless IP phone that provides comprehensive voice communications in conjunction with Cisco Unified CallManager and Cisco Unified CallManager Express Allows organizations to provide cost-effective, real-time voice services using their existing wireless infrastructures. Supports intelligent services such as security, mobility, quality of service, and management, across a Cisco network
| Catalyst 6500 Series Wireless Services Module (WiSM) 
| As a Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series module, it delivers centralized security policies, wireless intrusion prevention system (IPS) capabilities, award-winning RF management, quality of service (QoS), and Layer 3 fast secure roaming for WLANs. Works with lightweight access points, Cisco Wireless Control System, and Cisco Wireless Location Appliance to support mission-critical wireless data, voice, and video applications.
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| combines Cisco's Unified Wireless LAN functionality with Cisco's award-winning Catalyst 3750 stackable switches and delivers unparalleled WLAN security, mobility, and ease of use for business critical wireless LANs for midsize and large branch office scalability and reliability Real-time RF management Multilayered security Operates with Cisco Aironet lightweight access points, Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS), and Cisco Wireless Location Appliance
| Wireless LAN Controller Module
| Provides an easy to deploy, cost-effective branch office or Small to Medium Business wireless solution on Cisco 2800, 3800 Integrated Services Routers (ISR), and 3700 routers Manages up to 6 lightweight access points Delivers centralized security policies, wireless intrusion protection system capabilities, RF management, quality of service, and Layer 3 fast secure roaming
| 3200 Series Wireless and Mobile Routers
| Rugged wireless routers that offer secure data, voice, and video communication Supports multiple wired and wireless links for in-vehicle and outdoor use Ideal for public safety, homeland security, transportation, and defense industries Withstands harsh environments, including high temperature variations, high altitude, shock/vibration, and water or dust
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| Platform for wireless LAN planning, configuration, and management Allows IT managers to design, control, and monitor enterprise wireless networks consisting of Cisco lightweight access points and controllers from a centralized location Optional network component that works with lightweight access points and Cisco wireless LAN controllers
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Benefits
- Provides Instant network connectivity while employees are away from their desk and in other building
- Provides anytime, anywhere access to information promotes collaboration with colleagues, business partners, and customers
- Works at all layers of a WLAN: client devices and access points, network infrastructure, network management, delivery of mobility services
- Delivers real-time access to instant messaging, e-mail, and network resources boosts productivity and speeds business decision making.
- Provides mobility services such as voice, guest access, advanced security, and location let you develop new applications that transform business operations
- Provides real-time simultaneous tracking of thousands of Wi-Fi devices for location based security, high-value asset tracking, and business policy enforcement
- Allows organizations to extend their existing wired networked services and applications beyond their current physical infrastructures, offering innovative new ways to accelerate communications and service delivery to employees and other users
- Education: Wireless networks allow schools at all levels to provide a wide range of applications across their facilities without expensive rewiring, giving students and staff access to benefits, such as e-learning, voice communications, and high-bandwidth Internet access, to enhance learning, improve administration, and enhance research efforts.
- Financial Services: Financial services firms can provide employees with mobility, giving them instant access to industry trends, customer data, and financial information, helping firms dramatically improve customer service and more quickly deliver products and services.
- Government: Public-safety and law-enforcement agencies can have uninterrupted access to crucial information, helping them respond more quickly and efficiently to a crisis or day-to-day operations.
- Healthcare: Caregivers can access real-time patient information or medical research from the patient bedside to make more accurate decisions more quickly and continue providing quality healthcare while securing expensive medical equipment and assets by letting administrators know their exact whereabouts.
- Manufacturing: Wireless access to the networked supply-chain is helping manufacturers allow employees to share real-time data on the factory floor and support timely assembly.
- Retail: Wireless networks help retailers improve store staff flexibility and efficiency, check out customers faster, and give customers access to relevant promotions, product information, and online ordering and while securing assets by letting administrators know their exact whereabouts in the store or warehouse.
- Transportation: Airlines, railroads, commercial trucking firms, and other businesses are using wireless networks to make their workforces more mobile. Wireless LANs improve efficiency of cargo handling, warehousing, and shipping through automation, which improves customer service and enhances security.
Are you looking for a secure wireless solution that allows workers to use multiple devices to receive messages and phone calls, and access network and Internet-based information? Do you need to provide advanced standards-based WLAN security and network protection that gives network managers confidence that wireless data and communications will remain private and secure? Do you want to be able to prioritize wireless traffic to help ensure information is safely delivered to the right users? Are you looking for an outdoor wireless mesh technology, wireless bridging and mobile networks to allow enterprise, government, public safety, and service providers to build cost-effective outdoor wireless networks for private or public use? Do you have a need for real-time access to critical applications and network resources across campuses, branch offices, and remote locations? Are you looking for a wireless infrastructure that provides built-in support for leading-edge applications such as wireless voice over IP, location services, advanced security, and other emerging technologies?
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