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Bertb76 · ‎06-26-2023

I am looking for a Ruckus AP that can be plugged in out doors and serve as an extension to the current WIFI. I do not have access outdoors to ethernet cable. I purchased an H320 but it appears it MUST be wired to ethernet. Thanks for any information you can provide.

Vineet_nejwala · ‎06-27-2023

@Bertb76

You would need atleast two APs to use smart mesh in which one AP needs to be wired (Root AP) while other can act as Mesh AP (without wire). Below link FYI, I would also route this to Lennar queue for additional suppport.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRTBvFu1o0w

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGtsoIqN2s4

Best Regards

Vineet

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Vineet_nejwala · ‎06-26-2023

Hi @Bertb76

What is the existing WiFi vendor you are using ? If its Ruckus too what is the running code ? I mean are you using Unleash,ZD , vSZ or Standalone unit ? If its not standalone you can use Smart mesh that can extend Ruckus WiFi and doesnt need to be wired.

https://www.commscope.com/blog/2018/how-does-wireless-mesh-networking-work/

Best Regards

Vineet

Bertb76 · ‎06-27-2023

RUCKUS ICX 7150-C12p with one wired AP. Glanced through the link you provided and I did not see model for Smart mesh!

Vineet_nejwala · ‎06-27-2023

Is this a lennar home ? That would help us in identifying that this is an Unleash setup.

Best Regards

Vineet

Bertb76 · ‎06-27-2023

Yes, it is a Lennar Home.

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