Technical Details for Zyxel NXC-8160

Zyxel NXC-8160 ... the same channel to be transmitted through every access point in a system without the co-channel interference that affects other WLAN solutions. Clients only need to associate with the controller once in order to move within the channel blanket without experiencing inter access point handoffs.

As a result, different WLAN security settings will have no impact on its speed; the zero-delay roaming functionalities retain their outstanding "always-connected" performance even with the most sophisticated encryption and authentication mechanisms applied.

The solution provides the flexibility, performance and simplicity required by businesses to support data, video and voice (VoWLAN) applications in ubiquitous WLAN deployments.

The 8-port controller can be used individually or in combination with multiple controllers to meet the needs of crowded business environments of any size or kind.

ZyXEL's unique Interference-Free Channel Blanket architecture requires no RF cell planning, and it allows ubiquitous placement of thin APs wherever convenient.

The NXC-8160 Business Wireless LAN Controller is the most sophisticated WLAN infrastructure improving WLAN service quality, while Zero-Delay roaming provides the best VoWLAN user experience. NXC-8160 is an 8-port WLAN controller, which is not limited to 8 ports; its centralized configuration allows you to use a single management interface to manage multiple NXC-8160's on larger scale networks.

ZyXEL's Wi-Fi Collaboration technology overcomes the difficulties of using RF on data networks in a unique way. With multiple thin APs placed on the same channel and a centralized Wireless Controller making intelligent decisions, a ZyXEL WLAN can provide uplink diversity for client transmissions to enable higher tolerance to RF instabilities and to offer inherent redundancy in the AP coverage.

The NXC-8160 supports up to 8 NWA-8500 units, and the ultra-thin plug-and-play AP doesn't require configuration during installation.