Charleston Southern University Deploys Xirrus High Performance Wireless Networking
Charleston Southern University was founded in 1964 and is one of South Carolina's largest, accredited, independent universities. With over 3,000 students, the university's mission is promoting academic excellence in a Christian environment to all faiths. Students across the campus participate in a variety of activities including academic clubs, service organizations, intramural athletics and campus ministries. The University offers intercollegiate athletics for both men and women, competing in the NCAA Division I Big South Conference. CSU, a sprawling 300-acre campus, is the first in South Carolina to be all-wireless.
Requirements
- Provide sufficient bandwidth to deliver live audio and video streaming of NCAA events
- Deliver long range, high bandwidth wireless backhaul connectivity
- Quick set up and upgradeable equipment
- Resilient Wi-Fi network to ensure quality end user experience
Solution
- Xirrus XS16 (16-radio) Wi-Fi Arrays
- Outdoor Enclosure
Benefits
- Avoided expensive fiber backhaul saving over $38,000
- Quick installation and easy deployment
- Athletic fields wirelessly connected to Learning Center