Wireless LAN networks are an important part of the internal communications of many businesses. However, traditional wireless LAN architecture models can create a series of challenges in regards to performance and capacity. WiFi bandwidth is shared by each user associated with a specific access point. To further the potential congestion that can be experienced with traditional wireless LANs, the collision avoidance scheme which governs most data transmissions in 802.11 networks limits current solutions from providing the performance that is necessary to support large voice and data WLANs. Because of this collision avoidance scheme, users have to wait for a channel to clear before transmitting their packets of information. As traffic loads increase, and more users join the network, wait times increase and the overall network performance decreases. Due to the channel reuse and co-channel interference problems, deploying more access points will only improve the performance incrementally. Most WLAN architectures currently are not capable of maximizing capacity to the extent that it needs to because they lack the ability to have access points work together and isolate radio frequency bleed-over between users on a single channel. Learn more about Xirrus' revolutionary wireless LAN architecture and how it is removing the limitations of the traditional WLAN.

Xirrus Wireless LANs

Xirrus understand the benefits of WiFi networking as well as the limitations of the traditional WLANs. This has driven us to develop the next generation of wireless LANs which can offer businesses and organizations a superior architecture containing an array of access points enabling it to scale to meet the needs of not only today, but of tomorrow as well. What makes our Wi-Fi Array architecture so revolutionary is that we've combined the WLAN switch, multiple points of access, and a Multi-sector Antenna System in one device, and in doing so have considerably increased bandwidth and the extended coverage area. To learn more about the next generation of wireless LANs and WiFi networking continue reading, or follow this link: Xirrus Wireless LAN Technology

Wireless LAN Installation

The Wi-Fi Array can be installed with ease into drop-down ceilings or any horizontal surface with the provided mounting bracket and template. This straightforward installation process enables simple wireless LAN setup. We also offer a lockable drop-in ceiling enclosure for office locations where either security is a concern, or you just wish to hide it from view for aesthetic reasons. The Wi-Fi Array can either be powered by a standard AC power source or with the XP-3100 Remote Power System. The XP-3100 allows you to use DC power with a standard CAT-5 cable, eliminating the need for installing AC outlets and making the process of wireless LAN installation as simple as possible.

The Future of WiFi Networking

WiFi networking has taken a giant leap forward with the introduction of the Wi-Fi Array. The current WiFi architectures do not scale in the way Wi-Fi Array can. Typically if an IT department needs to expand the area of the network to accommodate additional access points and users, they need additional switches, appliances or software license upgrades. These upgrades to the WiFi networking system can be complicated as well as expensive to deploy and manage over time. The basic problem with current WiFi networks is that they don't address the fundamental need of adding capacity to a network. Xirrus has revolutionized the wireless switch by integrating it into the Wi-Fi Array and adding high performance switching fabric. The WLAN Array is the only wireless LAN device that maximizes the amount of bandwidth available to users and allows for efficient re-use of all non-overlapping channels within a WiFi network. Learn more about all the ways the Wi-Fi Array is taking WiFi networking into the future today.

Xirrus WLAN Support

Xirrus is committed to providing users of the Wi-Fi Array with the best customer support possible. Technical support is offered 24 hours a day through our PartnerAdvantage Extranet as well as through our network of Solution Providers and System Integrator partners. Depending on your support needs, you can contact your Solution Provider directly, e-mail your support questions to or complete a Support Request Form. All inquiries are issued a response within 24 hours whenever possible.

Purchasing Xirrus Wireless LANs

At Xirrus, we are committed to providing enterprise customers with the next-generation wireless LANs that are simple, secure and designed to meet the expanded needs of tomorrow. To accomplish this we rely on the expertise of our Partners. To learn more about becoming a part of our PartnerAdvantage Program follow this link now: Becoming a Xirrus Partner. As a Xirrus partner, you will have the opportunity to sell revolutionary wireless LANs in a rapidly growing market and gain access to the Xirrus technical expertise as well as a proven sales and marketing program. If your business is ready to take advantage of the benefits that come from the next generation of wireless LANs, find an Authorized Xirrus Solution Provider that can provide you with the revolutionary Xirrus WiFi networking equipment today.