County of San Bernardino

San Bernardino County's Emergency Responders Rely on Xirrus Wireless Networking


Southern California's San Bernardino County covers 20,160 square miles including, desert, valley, and a mountain region that is very popular for winter sports. Founded in 1853 shortly after California was admitted to the United States, the county now has 10 colleges and universities, a diverse job industry, and a population of nearly 2 million residents.

Requirements
  • Wi-Fi access through the county's network and the Internet
  • Provide seamless and immediate service in the event of disaster
  • Minimum devices installed
  • Reliable wireless appliance to compliment Disaster Recovery Solution
  • Support 12 HP® 8510w laptops, a 20 unit Anthro® laptop cart, and a APC® 1500 UPS

Benefits
  • Only one Xirrus XS8 Array required to support Emergency Responders team's needs
  • Provides more flexibility and access with a reliable network to a greater amount of clients
  • Zero RF interference to emergency communication equipment
  • Ability for the County's departments, Federal, and non-profit agencies to have immediate network connectivity

Savings
   
  • Ratio of Wi-Fi Arrays to traditional APs
1:5
  • Number of additional access points saved
8
  • Number of additional cable runs saved
8
  • Number of switch ports saved
8
  • Average power savings per year (kWh)
3,154