How to Prepare Your Infrastructure for WiFi 6

WiFi 6 is here, and this technology brings a wealth of benefits to high-density environments, including the enterprise. It supports upwards of 10 Gb/s of data - imagine what your business could accomplish when powered by that speed. The rise of the Internet of Things (IoT), bring-your-own device policies and demands on data have made the switch to WiFi 6 imperative for many businesses. However, when you look at upgrading your WiFi to the newest technology, you also have to consider your infrastructure and how you can support these new efficiencies. 

That's where Leviton comes in. For the best performance of WiFi 6, industry standards recommend a Category 6A system to support higher data rates and increased power. The standards also recommend wiring at least two Cat 6A drops for every Wireless Access Point (WAP), to make future upgrades easier. Leviton's infrastructure solutions deliver the bandwidth you need to support any wireless network while simplifying future upgrades. 

In fact, Leviton's Cat 6A patch cords recently received a Gold rating in the 2021 Cabling Installation and Maintenance Innovators Awards! Leviton's Cat 6A patch cords offer high flexibility with an improved bend radius, all while supporting those necessary data rates of up to 10 Gb/s. You can find this innovative design on Leviton's Cat 6A Universal UTP/Shielded Patch Cords, Plenum Patch Cords, and dual-rated Cat 6A Small Diameter High-Flex Patch Cords.

You may want to install your WAPs in the plenum space to shield them from view. Leviton can help with that, too. When installing WAPs in drop ceilings, your cabling system may require a plenum rating to meet requirements for flammability and smoke density in air-handling spaces. Leviton offers a complete plenum-rated in-ceiling system, making it easy to identify exactly which products will work for your desired application and installation. 

Ready to learn more and see how Cat 6A from Leviton can help you get ready for WiFi 6? Contact your local Accu-Tech representative to get started, or visit Leviton's page on our website.