Ruckus
ZoneFlex 7962
Dual-Band 802.11n Smart Wi-Fi Access Point with Dynamic Beamforming

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| Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962 | ||
| Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962
dual-band (5 GHz and 2.4 GHz concurrent) 802.11n
Wireless Access Point 19-element smart antenna, dual ports, PoE support - w/o adapter *Requires Purchase at least 1 Year of Software Support below *FREE iPod 16 GB Nano |
#901-7962-US00 List Price: $999.00 |
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Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962 Overview:
Ultra-fast and Reliable Wireless with the First Dual-Band 802.11n Smart Wi-Fi Access Point with Dynamic Beamforming
Now enterprise companies can easily and affordably build higher-speed 802.11n wireless networks that deliver wire-like reliability and consistent performance at range. The Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962 is the world's only dual-band 802.11n enterprise-class AP that concurrently supports spatial multiplexing, automatic interference rejection and dynamic beamforming. The ZoneFlex 7962 delivers ultra-high speed, reliable and long-range client connectivity within challenging RF environments. It's also the only 802.11n product purpose-built for hotels, schools and enterprises that enables high-definition IPTV, video-on-demand and other video applications while supporting data applications for guests and employees.
The Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962, the industry’s top performing dualband 802.11n access point with dynamic beamforming, delivers ultra-high speed, reliable and longest-range connectivity within challenging RF environments.
The ZoneFlex 7962 is based on Ruckus’ patented dynamic RF beamforming technology that extends signal range two to four times while minimizing packet loss by constantly routing Wi-Fi transmissions over the highest performing signal paths.
The world’s only enterprise-class AP that concurrently supports Automatic Interference Mitigation (AIM), spatial multiplexing and dynamic beamforming, the ZoneFlex 7962 delivers the industry’s most solid 802.11n performance at range. Because the ZoneFlex 7962 is able to constantly fi nd the best RF paths for each packet, once deployed, enterprises never have to worry about constant site surveys as the environment changes.
It’s also the only 802.11n product purpose-built for hotels, schools and enterprises that enables high-defi nition IPTV, video-ondemand and other video applications while supporting VoIP and data applications for guests and employees.
Ideal for multimedia and high-density user environments, the ZoneFlex 7962 can be deployed as a standalone access point or as part of centrally-controlled Smart Wireless LAN with the Ruckus ZoneDirector. Smart Mesh Networking, another unique feature, makes the ZoneFlex 7962 perfect for reliably extending wireless LAN services to areas where cabling Ethernet isn’t possible or economical — saving time and money. With dual radios, the ZoneFlex 7962 delivers high-performance throughout the mesh network.
The ZoneFlex 7962 is also perfect for service providers interested in delivering high-performance multimedia hotspots, hotzones and managed services. Coupled with the Ruckus FlexMaster Wi-Fi management platform, the ZoneFlex 7962 opens the door for extending branded broadband services and new revenuegenerating services.
Automated deployment keeps confi guration and installation super simple — even for large enterprise deployments. And support for standard 802.3af Power Over Ethernet (PoE) eliminates migration pains by leveraging existing PoE switches.
Patented BeamFlex™ Technology Extends Signal Range, Improves Stability of Client Connections
The ZoneFlex 7962 Smart Wi-Fi access point integrates a
software-controlled smart antenna array that delivers 7dBi
of signal gain and 15dB of interference rejection. This allows
a 2 to 4x improvement in signal range and a reduction in
packet loss from the ability to automatically avoid interference
and obstacles.
Advanced WLAN Applications
with Smart/OS
When used with the Ruckus ZoneDirector
Smart WLAN controller, the ZoneFlex 7962
supports a wide range of value-added
applications such as guest networking, Smart
Wireless Meshing, Dynamic PSK, hotspot
authentication, wireless intrusion detection
and many more. With Smart/OS, up to 32 discrete WLANs
can be created and mapped to the same or different APs or
VLANs. WLANs can also be grouped and shared by specifi c
APs. In a centrally managed confi guration, the ZoneFlex
7962 works with a wide range of authentication servers
including Microsoft’s Active Directory, LDAP, and RADIUS.
Flexible Deployment Options
ZoneFlex 7962 APs can be deployed in as a standalone
AP or as part of a centrally managed wireless LAN using
ZoneDirector Smart WLAN controllers. ZoneFlex 7962’s
can be deployed across any L2/L3 network and/or meshed
without Ethernet cabling. When used with the ZoneDirector,
the ZoneFlex 7962 is automatically confi gured through the
network making deployment quick and easy.
Complete Local and Remote Management
The ZoneFlex 7962 can be
managed as a standalone AP
through a Web-based GUI,
using SNMP or through the
Ruckus FlexMaster Wi-Fi remote
management system. Local
management can also be performed
using the ZoneDirector Smart WLAN
controller. FlexMaster is a LINUXbased
software platform that uses
industry-standard protocols to perform
bulk confi guration, fault detection,
monitoring and a wide range of
troubleshooting capabilities over a wire area connection.
The ZoneDirector enables local management and control
of APs, adding value-added services such as transmit power
and channel management, guest networking and meshing.
Benefits:
- Highest performance at range
Dynamic beamforming enables Wi-Fi signals to be constantly formed and directed over the best performing signal paths thereby ensuring the lowest packet loss and highest performance at range. - Extended coverage means fewer APs
Directional, high-gain antennas dynamically combine to give hotspot operators and enterprises 2- to 4-times the coverage over typical consumer and enterprise APs. - Wire-like reliability
Advanced smart antenna array and Quality of Service (QoS) technology combined to delivers the industry’s most reliable and highest performing 802.11n system available. - Concurrent support for IP video, voice and data
A directional, high-gain antenna fi nds the best path for any given transmission allowing unprecedented support for picture perfect video, crystal clear voice and high speed data. - Automated deployment keeps things ultra simple
Configuration and ongoing management is radically simplified through a Web-based wizard and automated deployment capabilities. - Distributed forwarding architecture eliminates bottlenecks
Used as a centrally-managed WLAN with the ZoneDirectors, traffi c is not forced through the controller thereby eliminating any single point of failure or performance bottleneck. - Simple extension of WLAN services
Integrated support for Smart Mesh Networking gives enterprise the power to easily extend WLAN services wherever needed and without having to run costly and cumbersome Ethernet cabling to every AP. - Investment protection for legacy Wi-Fi networks
The ZoneFlex 7962 gives enterprises protection over their wireless investments by enhancing performance and range for legacy 802.11a/b/g clients. - Hassle free migration to higher speed Wi-Fi
Support for standard 802.3af power over Ethernet allows enterprises to use existing PoE switches without costly upgrades. - Enables new class of provider hotspots services
New revenue opportunities for operators such as Voice-over-WLAN services, extended enterprise access and IP video applications.
Dynamic:
As one of the most affordable and fastest 802.11n system available today, the ZoneFlex 7962 offers unmatched price/performance. The ZoneFlex 7962 delivers 100 to 300 percent faster Wi-Fi speeds at a fraction of the cost of competitive solutions and is simpler to confi gure, deploy and manage.
Through the use of a patented, integrated intelligent antenna array, dynamic beamforming provides consistent performance at range. Wi-Fi signals are automatically formed and directed over the best performing paths to each client based on continuous feedback.
The ZoneFlex 7962 is the only 802.11n access point to provide automatic interference mitigation. By rejecting unwanted interference that causes packet loss and retransmissions, the 7962 provides added signal gain and unprecedented Wi-Fi reliability.
And because the ZoneFlex 7962 is able to constantly find the best RF paths for each packet, once deployed, enterprises never have to worry about constant site surveys as the environment changes.
Flexibility:
In a centrally-managed WLAN configuration with the ZoneDirector Smart WLAN controller, all 802.11n is sent directly to its destination and not required to pass through the controller. This eliminates performance bottlenecks and single points of failure.
The ZoneFlex 7962 uniquely supports Ruckus Smart Mesh Networking technology. This enables enterprises to easily extend Wi-Fi services to locations where cabling Ethernet is cost prohibitive or impossible. Smart Mesh Networking is self-organizing and self-healing, allowing administrators to plug ZoneFlex 7962 APs into PoE injectors, then walk away.
Up to 16 discrete SSIDs can be configured within each Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962, each with unique broadcast, QoS, security and management parameters assigned. SSIDs can be mapped to different APs or VLANs. SSIDs can also be grouped and shared by specific APs.
Multimedia:
The ZoneFlex 7962 provide unique support for isochronous, delay-sensitive traffic such as IP-based streaming video (IPTV) and voice over IP. By effectively eliminating packet loss, the ZoneFlex 7962 delivers picture-perfect video to IP-capable devices while supporting high-performance, high-density data requirements.
Security Used with ZoneDirector, ZoneFlex 2741 provides first-of-its-kind automatic user security enforcement. With Ruckus Dynamic PSK™, new users simply plug their computers into the LAN, then specify a URL that directs them to a captive portal for a one-time authentication. Then, ZoneDirector automatically configures the user's system with the designated SSID and a unique, dynamically-generated encryption key.
Simple:
Automated deployment keeps configuration and installation super simple - even for large enterprise deployments. And support for standard 802.3af Power Over Ethernet (PoE) eliminates migration pains by leveraging existing PoE switches.
As a smarter dual-band 802.11n AP, the ZoneFlex 7962 gives enterprises protection over their wireless investments by supporting legacy 802.11a/b/g clients.

Features:
Ultra high performance and cost effective
- Concurrent dual-band (5GHz/2.4GHz)support
- 300 Mbps of user throughput
- Dynamic beamforming
- Advanced RF management
Dynamic beamforming and Automatic interference mitigation (AIM)
- 2 to 4 times extended range and coverage
- Automatic interference avoidance, optimized for high-density environments
- Integrated smart antenna array with over 4,000 unique patterns for ultra reliability
- Up to 10 dB signal gain and -17dB interference rejection
Concurrent support for HD IPTV, VoIP and data
- Support for isochronous, multicast IP video streaming
- Four queues per client station
- Delivers 20 concurrent voice calls, 100 simultaneous data users or 20 Mbps of guaranteed user throughput for over 100 meters (line of sight)
Smart meshing increases flexibility, reduces costs
- Smart Mesh Networking
- Admission control/load balancing
Differentiated services with multiple SSIDs
- 16 BSSIDs with unique QoS and security policies
- WEP, WPA-PSK (AES), 802.1X support
- Zero-IT and Dynamic PSK
- Captive portal and guest accounts*
- RADIUS and Active Directory support
*When used with Ruckus ZoneDirector Controller.
Deployment:
Ultra High Performance WLANs
Through the use an integrated smart
antenna array specifically designed for
802.11n networking, the Ruckus ZoneFlex
7962 provides the industry’s highest
performing and most affordable WLAN
solution.

High Performance WLAN Extension
When used with the ZoneDirector
Smart WLAN controller, the Ruckus
ZoneFlex 7962 allows for simple
and easy WLAN extension through
the use of Smart Mesh Networking.
Once enabled, ZoneFlex 7962s need
only a power source to provide high-speed
wireless connectivity.

Concurrent IP Video (IPTV) And Data
With integrated quality of service
mechanisms and an intelligent
multi-element antenna array, the
ZoneFlex 7962 stands alone as the
only dual-band 802.11n system
capable of supporting picture
perfect transmission of IP-based
streaming video concurrently with
high-performance data traffic.

Brackets:
| Mounting Bracket* | Picture | Mounting Bracket* | Picture |
| Universal horizontal
ceiling and wall mounting
kit for ZoneFlex 2942, 7942
and 7962 (902-0157-0000) |
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Spares of mounting kit
for 7762 (included with AP) (902-0165-0000 Qty. 10) |
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| Universal drop-ceiling mounting kit for ZoneFlex 2942, 7942 and 7962 (902-0158-0000) |
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Spare of pole, wall, ceiling mounting kit for 7731 (included with AP) (902-0168-0000) |
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Flat mounting bracket for ZoneFlex 2741, 7343, 7363 and 7762 |
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Pole, wall, ceiling mounting kit for 2741 (included with AP) | ![]() |
PLEASE NOTE: Mounting Bracket is NOT included with the AP, except where indicated.
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| AP | Wall Mounting | Solid Ceiling Mounting | Drop-Ceiling Mounting | Pole Mounting |
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| AP | Wall Mounting | Solid Ceiling Mounting | Drop-Ceiling Mounting | Pole Mounting |
| 2741 |
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Specifications:
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| Physical Characteristics: | |
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| Physical Size | 19.43cm (L), 14.43cm (W), 12.38cm (H) |
| Weight | 680 grams (1.5 lbs.) |
| Antenna | Internal software-configurable antenna array with directional and omni high-gain elements that provide over 4,000 unique antenna patterns |
| Ethernet Ports |
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| Lock Option | Integrated Kensington lock |
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| Performance and Supported Configurations: | |
| Concurrent stations | Up to 200 |
| Target UDP throughput | 150-200 Mbps (300 Mbps bursts) sustainable throughput for a 5000 sq. foot (460 sq meter) area for each radio for each band |
| Simultaneous Vo-Fi clients | up to 20 |
| Traffic Management and Quality of Services: | |
| Classes of service | Voice, video, best effort and background |
| Software queues | Four per station |
| 802.11e | Supported |
| Automatic traffic classification | Automatic type of service tagging for multicast video packets |
| Rate Limiting | Supported |
| VLAN support | 802.1Q |
| Heuristic classification | Supported |
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| Management: | |
| Configuration | Web user interface, CLI (Telnet), SSH HTTP/S, SNMP via ZoneDirector, TR-069 via |
| Statistics | LAN, wireless and associated stations (accessible via Web UI) |
| Auto AP Software updates | FTP or TFTP, remote auto available |
| Wi-Fi: | |
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| Radio Chains | 3x3 |
| Spatial Streams | 2 |
| Channelization | 20MHz and/or 40MHz |
| Frequency Band |
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| BSSID | Up to eight per radio (16 total) |
| Power Save | Supported |
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Product Comparision:
| Model: | ZF 2942 | ZF 7341/7343 | ZF 7363 | ZF 7962 |
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| Technology | 802.11b/g | 802.11b/g/n | 802.11a/b/g/n | 802.11a/b/g/n |
| Spectrum | 2.4GHz | 2.4GHz | 2.4GHz/5GHz | 2.4GHz/5GHz |
| Ports | 2x10/100 Mbps | 1x10/100/1000 Mbps, 2x10/100 Mbps | 1x10/100/1000 Mbps, 2x10/100 Mbps | 2x10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Theoretical max. speed | 54 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 600 Mbps | 600 Mbps |
| 802.3 af (PoE) in support | ||||
| Power output | 24dBm/250mw | 26dBm/400mw | 2.4 GHz: 26dBm/400mw 5 GHz: 24dBm/250mw |
2.4GHz: 28dBm/600mw 5GHz: 26dBm/400mw |
| Link layer security | WEP, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, 802.11i | WEP, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, 802.11i | WEP, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, 802.11i | WEP, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, 802.11i |
| Antenna elements/signal paths | 12/4096 | 8/256 | 14/320 | 19/4224 |
| Antenna gain/interference rejection | 9dBi/-20dB | 4dBi/-10dB | 4dBi/-10dB | 7dBi/-15dB |
| Simultaneous users | 100+ | 100+ | 200+ | 200+ |
| Deployment | Wall/ceiling | Wall/ceiling/desktop | Wall/ceiling/desktop | Wall/ceiling |
| Management | FlexMaster, ZoneDirector, standalone | FlexMaster, ZoneDirector, standalone | FlexMaster, ZoneDirector, standalone | FlexMaster, ZoneDirector, standalone |
| Management protocol(s) | SNMP, HTTPs/XML | SNMP, HTTPs/XML | SNMP, HTTPs/XML | SNMP, HTTPs/XML |
| SSIDs/WLANs | 8 | 8 | 16 | 16 |
Documentation:
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Download the Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962 Datasheet (PDF).
| Ruckus Wireless Products | ||
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| Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962 | ||
| Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962
dual-band (5 GHz and 2.4 GHz concurrent) 802.11n
Wireless Access Point 19-element smart antenna, dual ports, PoE support - w/o adapter *Requires Purchase at least 1 Year of Software Support below *FREE iPod 16 GB Nano |
#901-7962-US00 List Price: $999.00 |
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| Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962 Premium Support | ||
| Premium Support for ZoneFlex 7962 - 1 Year | #904-7962-0002 List Price: $140.00 |
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| Premium Support for ZoneFlex 7962 - 3 Year | #904-7962-1002 List Price: $299.70 |
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| Premium Support for ZoneFlex 7962 - 5 Year | #904-7962-2002 List Price: $399.60 |
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| Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962 Software Support | ||
| Software Support for ZoneFlex 7962 - 1 Year | #907-7962-0002 List Price: $50.00 |
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| Software Support for ZoneFlex 7962 - 3 Year | #907-7962-1002 List Price: $119.88 |
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| Software Support for ZoneFlex 7962 - 5 Year | #907-7962-2002 List Price: $149.85 |
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| Ruckus ZoneFlex 7341 Accessories | ||
| Ruckus Power over Ethernet (PoE) Adapter (10/100/1000 Mbps) with US power adapter (Applicable for 7731, 7962, 7942, 7363, 7341, 7343) |
#902-0162-US01 List Price: $60.00 |
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| Ruckus ZoneFlex Accessories | ||
| Universal Horizontal ceiling and wall mount for ZoneFlex 7962, 7942, and 2942 | #902-0157-0000 List Price: $30.00 |
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| Universal Drop-ceiling mount kit for ZoneFlex 7962, 7942, and 2942 AP's | #902-0158-0000 List Price: $30.00 |
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