New Features

The following software features are introduced in AP firmware release 7.1.1.531.6213.

Table 1. New AP Firmware Features
Feature Description
RUCKUS AP H670
Key features introduced in the release:
  • BeamFlex+® Adaptive Antennas: The RUCKUS® H670 uses BeamFlex+® adaptive antennas to dynamically select from over 4,000 antenna patterns, optimizing signal paths for each client to deliver stronger connections, improved coverage, and reduced radio frequency interference.
  • Wi-Fi 7 Performance: Tri-band concurrent AP with 6 spatial streams and up to 9.34 Gbps aggregate data rate.
  • Advanced Wi-Fi Features: Supports:
    • Multi-Link Operation (MLO) for simultaneous multi-band transmission.
    • Preamble Puncturing to improve spectrum efficiency in congested environments.
    • 4K QAM for higher data throughput.
    • 320 MHz channels to maximize capacity and performance.
    Wall-mounted Design: Ideal for hospitality, MDUs, student housing, and in-room enterprise deployments.
  • Converged Wired and Wireless Access: Features a 5 GbE uplink for high-speed backhaul and four 2.5 GbE Ethernet ports, including two PoE-enabled ports, to power and connect in-room devices such as IP address phones, cameras, and IoT endpoints.
  • Integrated IoT Connectivity: Includes dual concurrent BLE and Zigbee radios to seamlessly connect smart locks, sensors, and building automation systems, enabling scalable and cost-effective IoT deployments.
  • Enterprise-grade Security: Built with TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot to protect device integrity, secure credentials, and prevent unauthorized firmware or software modifications at the network edge.
  • AI-driven Operations: Powered by RUCKUS ONE™ with AI-driven analytics and IntentAI™ automation to proactively detect issues, optimize performance, and simplify day-to-day network operations.

  • Advanced RF Optimization: Uses BeamFlex+, SmartMesh™, SmartRoam™, and ChannelFly® to dynamically optimize coverage, reduce interference, and deliver consistent performance in high-density environments.

RUCKUS AP R676sn
Key features introduced in the release:
  • Deployment Flexibility: Software-defined sector coverage allows the AP to adapt to different environments by dynamically adjusting beam width for high-density or wide-area coverage.
  • Optimized Performance: Precise antenna control minimizes interference and maximizes signal strength, delivering improved connectivity and higher data rates.
  • Simplified Network Planning: Programmable sector antennas reduce the need for multiple APs with fixed patterns, lowering hardware costs and simplifying design.
  • Dynamic Adaptation: Antenna patterns can be remotely reconfigured to meet changing network demands without physical adjustments.
  • Enhanced Spectral Efficiency: Targeted radio frequency energy improves spectrum utilization, reduces co-channel interference, and increases overall network capacity.