AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EnGenius Technologies, Inc., one of the top five best-selling access point brands and a leading provider of high-performance, versatile networking and telecommunications solutions for businesses and consumers, today announced at HITEC 2015 (booth 2026) the addition of the EWS500AP Wireless Wall Plate Access Point and EWS510AP Dual-Band Wireless Wall Plate Access Point to its growing Neutron Series family of managed wireless solutions.
Ideal for deployment in classrooms, hotel guest rooms, student residences, retirement facilities, and other multi-tenant dwellings, the 2.4 GHz 802.11n EWS500AP and dual-band 802.11n EWS510AP serve as all-in-one communication hubs that easily install onto a standard junction box to provide in-room wireless, Power-over-Ethernet and wired connectivity in a single compact device. The APs, which deliver wireless speeds up to 300 Mbps (EWS500AP) and 600 Mbps (EWS510AP), can function as stand-alone access points or centrally managed as part of a scalable EnGenius ezMaster™ Network Management Platform.
“Traditional access points deployed in hallways of hotels, dorms and multi-tenant dwellings don’t always provide the individual rooms with the network performance and reliability that end users demand to support applications such as video streaming and large file transfers,” explained Eric Chen, Director of Product Management at EnGenius. “Deploying our new Wall Plate Access Points not only provides each room with high-performance wireless connectivity, but also allows for the easy deployment of VoIP-enabled devices such as telephones. These products not only improve the satisfaction of guests and residents, but can also greatly lower a facility’s operating expenses.”
High-Performance Wireless Networking Solutions for Fast, Reliable In-Room Connectivity
Quick and easy to deploy, the EWS500AP and EWS510AP, which can be powered over existing in-room Cat5/6 cabling via an 802.3af/at-compliant PoE switch, feature enhanced receive sensitivity MIMO and two 2dBi internal antennas to ensure reliable connectivity while maintaining a low-profile design that does not obstruct furniture placement and blends in with in-room décor. Both access points feature four 10/100 Mbps Ethernet downlink ports for connectivity to devices such as IPTVs, networked minibars, printers, or gaming consoles, a 10/100 Mbps 802.af/at-compliant PoE port to power a VoIP phone directly through the AP, and an additional passive RJ45 pass-through port and 100 punch-down for phone or fax machine connections.
Compatible with the EnGenius ezMaster Network Management Platform, which can be installed on a physical or Cloud-based server for maximum flexibility in deployment, the EWS500AP and EWS510AP can be easily deployed and centrally managed as part of a fully-integrated, business-class WLAN that requires no licensing or subscription fees. Scalable to support from one to 1000 or more access points and from 10 to 10,000 concurrent users, the EnGenius ezMaster Network Management Platform provides simplified configuration, rich reporting and analytics, and business-class features such as Captive Portal which enables organizations to capture and regulate web usage through user authentication and enables the display of customized splash pages.
Both the EWS500AP and EWS510AP, which feature enhanced wireless security, including WiFi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2 Enterprise/PSK) Encryption, IEEE 802.1X with RADIUS, and MAC Address Filtering, support Fast Roaming and Guest Network. The dual-band EWS510AP supports band steering to automatically shift dual-band client devices to the less-crowded 5 GHz band, giving single-band 2.4 GHz clients exclusive access to the 2.4 GHz band and optimizing overall bandwidth traffic on the network.
The EnGenius EWS500AP Wall Plate Access Point (MSRP $229) and EWS510AP Dual-Band Wall Plate Access Point (MSRP $349) will be available in July 2015 in North America via authorized retailers, distributors and value-added resellers. For more information on EnGenius Technologies and its families of long-range wired and wireless datacom and telecom products visit www.engeniustech.com and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube.
About EnGenius Technologies
Established in 1999, EnGenius Technologies, Inc., is a US-based industry expert in wireless communications and radio frequency (RF) technology, delivering feature-rich, long-range wireless communications technology for voice and data. The versatility and performance of the company's solutions lower total cost of ownership, increase productivity and maximize return on investment.
EnGenius’ growing portfolio of networking solutions, including Gigabit PoE switches, indoor and outdoor wireless networking products, and IP cameras for business, deliver long-range connectivity, robust feature sets and versatility for class-leading performance at affordable price points.
The leader in premises mobility communications, EnGenius’ cordless business telephone systems and portable handsets deliver extremely long-range and reliable connectivity outdoors, throughout multi-story buildings and in complex environments. Whether using the FreeStyl system in an office setting or the durable, scalable DuraFon system in larger, complex environments, EnGenius phone systems enhance productivity and enable mobility throughout business properties.
