New wireless LAN access points from Funkwerk
Funkwerk Enterprise Communications
May 17, 2006
Single or dual wireless
modules for professional WLANs and hot spots
Funkwerk Enterprise Communications (FEC) has added two new
professional access points to its range of WLAN products. The funkwerk
W1002 with one wireless module and funkwerk W2002 with two wireless
modules support all current transmission and security standards and
are designed for demanding WLAN applications. These include covering
complex building structures, bridging between buildings, operating hot
spots or interference-free transmission of video and audio signals for
time-critical applications.
The new devices support 802.11b, g, and a in the 2.4 GHz spectrum with
up to 54 Mbps data throughput, as well as the European standard
802.11h in the 5 GHz range. This particularly facilitates bridge
solutions outdoors between buildings if the normal 2.4 GHz channels
are occupied.
The funkwerk W2002 with two wireless modules can work in both
frequency ranges simultaneously. For example, individual hot spots in
the 2.4 GHz range can be connected with several devices via 5 GHz
bridges. Both models also have two antennas per wireless module to
optimise the range and coverage.
For implementing hot spots or guest access points with different
authorisations, both devices support Multi-SSID and VLAN. Up to 16
virtual access points per wireless module can be supported, which are
mutually access protected. Both devices have PHS (Public Hot Spot)
that prevent data communication between individual wireless clients in
a hot spot, both within the wireless cell as well as across access
points.
As more companies run time and bandwidth-critical applications such as
Voice-over-IP telephony or video conferencing, FEC has implemented the
wireless multimedia (WMM) standard from the WiFi Alliance in the
funkwerk W1002 and funkwerk W2002. WMM prioritises the transmission of
voice and video signals to ensure optimal transmission quality.
Focus on security
The new access points support all current security standards. Besides
the older authentication and encryption standards WEP and WPA, WPA2
Personal and WPA2 Enterprise (802.11i) are also implemented. The
devices also allow the use of central RADIUS servers and both models
support the automatic bridge mode and protect connections with TKIP or
AES coding.
Key Features of funkwerk W1002 / funkwerk W2002
- 802.11a/b/g/h transmission
standards
- Security standards 802.1x and
802.11i (WPA2), RADIUS, configuration via SSH or HTTPS
- Two antennas per wireless module;
funkwerk W1002 with one wireless module, funkwerk W2002 with two
wireless modules
- Bridge: Proprietary funkwerk
protocol with encrypted transmission; use of high security TKIP and
AES possible.
- Two Ethernet ports
The devices will be available in
retail from July 2006. The recommended selling price for funkwerk
W1002 is 349 Euro plus VAT and for funkwerk W2002 599 Euro plus VAT.
FEC provides a two-year warranty for both devices.
Contact
Funkwerk Enterprise Communications
Richard Welland
Telephone: +44 (0)1252 761368
Fax: +44 (0)1252 761369
E-mail:
Richard.welland@funkwerk-ec.com
PRPR
Peter Rennison/Allie Andrews
Telephone: +44 1442 245030
Fax: +44 1442 235227
E-mail: pr@prpr.co.uk
About Funkwerk Enterprise Communications
Funkwerk Enterprise Communications is a leading European manufacturer
of professional network access and ITC solutions for enterprises,
public authorities, organisations and carriers. The services portfolio
features technologies for wireless LAN, IP-based routing, VPN, Voice
over IP and highly integrated telecom systems under the established
brand names of artem, bintec and elmeg, along with a focus on
pioneering solutions in the field of voice-data convergence. This
range of products is rounded out by an extensive training, service and
support concept.
In addition to Germany, Austria and Switzerland, Funkwerk Enterprise
Communications has subsidiary companies or partners in Benelux,
France, Great Britain, Greece, Italy, Portugal and Spain as well as in
Eastern Europe, Scandinavia and the Middle East. |
