Transportation guideAlcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar WLAN Solution

Transportation Wi-Fi selector guide

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Thank you for downloading this guide on hardworking Wi-Fi. It is your personal guide to the solutions within the Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess® Stellar WLAN product line, including the latest Wi-Fi 6 Access Points. These solutions help transform the traveler experience across the transportation sector.

Wireless connectivity plays a huge role in enhancing the travelers’ experience as well as the communication among your staff members.

What’s important to you and your travelers?

Delivering an excellent digital experience for everyone, from the point of departure to the destination on every journey. Travelers are customers – and like customers in any business, their needs must come first. It is the right network that ultimately determines if customers are going to get mobile services to make their journey easier – and more enjoyable. Travelers want to stay connected to their digital footprint – access to online applications whether it be email, messaging, social media or multimedia content. The network also dictates whether operators will be able to introduce the innovations they need to keep customers satisfied, introduce new revenue streams, improve operational efficiency and increase staff and traveler safety and security.

From navigation guides, to personalized promotions, status updates sent to a travelers’ mobile device, automated ticketing, check-in, safety and security. It continues on the journey to the departure point, baggage areas, and security checks. And it finishes, later, with follow-up post-travel engagement.

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Harness operational efficiencies

From an operational point of view, a modern network infrastructure should also facilitate staff collaboration, simplify network and device management, and enable the real-time operational and business data collection that’s needed for faster, better decision making. Staff should be able to stay connected as they move around. Smart device networks – such as those connecting CCTV or IP TV and managed from a single interface – ensure safety while boosting productivity.

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Prioritize safety and security

Indeed, the issue of safety and security looms large for transportation networks today. A modern digital infrastructure can provide a formidable line of defense for staff, travelers and property alike. Transportation networks exchange masses of data – from signaling systems, to traveler connectivity and apps, staff devices and connected machines. And every new app, personal device, or IoT deployment creates a new vulnerability for a potential cyberattack. The best defense? A Wi-Fi network with built-in security, rather than a legacy model with defense at the perimeter.

As you’ll see over the course of this guide, the OmniAccess Stellar WLAN product line has been designed with these transportation needs in mind. However, this is only an initial guide to what may be the specific needs and requirements of your organization.

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Enhanced wireless mobility, from arrival to departure point, is essential for a better user experience across your transportation system. A robust and reliable network is needed to:

• Shape the traveler experience –to meet customer expectations from before the journey with traveler management and e-ticketing, to the departure point, baggage areas and security checks as well as post-travel

• Increase operational efficiency– maintaining high availability of mission-critical services, encouraging staff collaboration, simplifying network and device management, and enabling real-time operational and business data collection

• Improve safety and security – especially during emergency incidents as well as using IoT devices and sensors to monitor and manage everything from energy usage to intrusion in secure areas.

Mobility for transportation

The OmniAccess Stellar WLAN product line offers enterprise-grade features and operational simplicity, as well as a low total cost of ownership (TCO). The OmniAccess Stellar WLAN portfolio has expanded with a new range of APs based on the latest 802.11 ax Wi-Fi 6 standard. Wi-Fi 6 is the answer for transportation hubs like airports and train and bus stations with heavy commuter traffic and increasing IoT deployments – ensuring high quality connectivity for travelers and staff alike.

With our global reach and local focus, our solution works harder for you:

• High-performance Wi-Fi – so always-connected travelers can get real-time travel updates or on-demand entertainment and with the addition of Wi-FI 6 access points, the ability to serve more users and devices seamlessly

• Unified access – with secure connection to the wired and wireless LAN. Controlling access according to a user or device profile enables you to deliver different services to each traveler (e.g.: Frequent traveler, VIP) or employee, according to their status as well as assign specific security and quality of service (QoS) to IoT devices

• Greater IT efficiency – with time-saving automation to get operational teams working faster and having full visibility over the network, devices and applications to optimize operations

• New business streams – using location-based services to enable personalized services and promotions

• Outdoor/ruggedized access - extend the reach of the network outdoors or in harsh environments

• Secure and simple IoT connectivity - automated IoT onboarding and containment across the LAN and WLAN

Transportation guide

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The ALE Stellar WLAN architecture provides the digital foundation for innovative, mobile transportation services.

Small WLAN Medium-sized WLAN Large WLAN Multi-site WLAN

For compact, self-contained sites, such as a smaller transport hub.

Entry level AP AP1101 - Wave 1 AP1201 - Wave 2

For linking several smaller sites or parts of a transport hub.

Mid-level APs AP1220 series Wave 2 - built-in and external antenna

AP1320 series Wi-Fi 6 - built-in and external antenna

Outdoor AP AP1251 - Wave 2 - built-in antenna

AP1360 series Wi-Fi 6 - built-in and external antenna

Standalone deployment Wi-Fi Express

Reliable, efficient coverage for medium sized transportation centers like train stations and small local airports.

Entry level AP AP1201 - Wave 2

Mid-level APs AP1201H - Wave 2 - wall box, built-in antenna AP1220 series Wave 2 - built-in and external antenna

AP1320 series Wi-Fi 6 - built-in and external antenna

Outdoor AP AP1251 - Wave 2 - built-in antenna

AP1360 series Wi-Fi 6 - built-in and external antenna

Managed deployment Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista 2500 Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista Cirrus (cloud-based)

Distributed Intelligent Architecture

Location-based services Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar Indoor Location- Based Services

Fast, cost-effective coverage across a main transportation centers like major airports.

Entry level AP AP1201 - Wave 2

Mid-level APs AP1201H - Wave 2 - wall box, built-in antenna AP1220 series Wave 2 - built-in and external antenna

AP1320 series Wi-Fi 6 - built-in and external antenna

High-end APs AP1230 series Wave 2 - built-in and external antenna

Outdoor AP AP1251 - Wave 2 - built-in antenna

AP1360 series Wi-Fi 6 - built-in and external antenna

Managed deployment Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista 2500 Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista Cirrus (cloud-based)

Distributed Intelligent Architecture

Location-based services OmniAccess Stellar Indoor Location-Based Services

Connecting several sitesinto a single WLAN, suchas geographically-separatetransportation systems.

Entry level AP AP1201 - Wave 2

Mid-level APs AP1201H - Wave 2 - wall box, built-in antenna AP1220 series Wave 2 - built-in and external antenna

AP1320 series Wi-Fi 6 - built-in and external antenna

High-end APs AP1230 series Wave 2 - built-in and external antenna

Outdoor AP AP1251 - Wave 2 - built-in antenna

AP1360 series Wi-Fi 6 - built-in and external antenna

Managed deployment Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista 2500 Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista Cirrus (cloud-based)

Distributed Intelligent Architecture

Location-based services OmniAccess Stellar Indoor Location-Based Services

Flexible solutions to keep transportation on track

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Entry-level APs

AP1201 – built-in antenna

This access point supports 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi 5 standard.

• Dual radio (2.4GHz and 5GHz)

• High-speed Wi-Fi with up to 1.2 Gb/s throughput

• Supports medical standards EN 60601-1-1 and -2

• Built-in Bluetooth low energy (BLE) beacon/receiver radio, which makes location services possible

• Zigbee ready, which enables integration with Zigbee-based IoTs

• DPI built-in

AP1201H – built-in antenna

This access point supports the 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi 5 standard.

• Dual radio (2.4GHz and 5GHz)

• High-speed Wi-Fi with up to 1.2 Gb/s throughput

• Designed for special use cases where in room Wi-Fi/telephony (IP or RJ-45 passthrough) integration are required

• BLE enabled via USB port

Built for better user experienceThe OmniAccess Stellar WLAN product line provides a simple, efficient enterprise-grade solution to provide the best user experience for travelers and staff.

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Mid-level APs

AP1221 – built-in antenna AP1222 – external antenna connectors

These access points support the l802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi 5 standard.

• Dual radio (2.4GHz and 5GHz)

• High-speed Wi-Fi with up to 2.2+ Gb/s throughput

• Better user experience through a higher density of devices with no performance drop

• Optional Bluetooth low energy beacon radio makes location services possible

AP1321 – integrated omni-antennaAP1322 – external antenna connectors

These access points support the latest 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 standard.

• Tri-radio AP, high-speed Wi-Fi with up to 3 Gb/s throughput with a dedicated radio for band scanning

• Bluetooth low energy beacon radio, making location services possible

• Better user experience through Wi-Fi 6 increased throughput, higher client density and battery optimization for connected devices

High-end APs

AP1231 – built-in antenna AP1232 – external antenna connectors

This access point supports the 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi 5 standard.

• These access points have a rapid 4.2+ Gb/s throughput.

• Best radio coverage high-speed Wi-Fi is simple to deploy and scale

• Supports a higher density of devices with no drop-off in performance for a better user experience

• Easy monitoring of locations and tracking of people using embedded Bluetooth low energy beacon radio

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Outdoor APs

AP1251 – built-in antenna

Designed to work well in any weather conditions. This access point supports the 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi 5 standard.

• Reliable Wi-Fi performance with a data rate of 1.2 Gb/s

• Fast, dual-radio operation with best-in-class RF management

• Flexible deployment with two gigabit link ports, one for the network and one for a device, such as a surveillance camera

AP1361 – integrated omni-antennaAP1361D – integrated directional antennaAP1362 – external antenna connectors

These access points support the latest 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 standard, providing flexible deployment outdoor options with internal and external antennas.

• Tri-radio AP, high-speed Wi-Fi with up to 3 Gb/s throughput with dedicated radio for band scanning

• Bluetooth low energy beacon radio, making location services possible

• SFP port allowing to connect the AP with a fiber, for long distance deployments

• One 1GbE downlink, PoE PSE port to connect one IoT device, for example a surveillance camera

• Better user experience through Wi-Fi 6 increased throughput, higher client density and battery optimization for connected devices

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Standalone deployment for smaller transportation hubs: Wi-Fi Express

This lets you manage any of the Stellar WLAN access points direct from your web browser. Access points are automatically added and it’s simple to set up who can have wireless access – when, where and for how long – through a management portal. Supports up to 64 Stellar access points 256 access points in a cluster in Stellar Express (32 or 64 for clusters managed by AP1101, AP1201 or AP1201H) and up to 4000 access points in Stellar Enterprise.

Managed deployment for larger premises: Wi-Fi Enterprise

This lets you manage any of the OmniAccess Stellar WLAN access points from OmniVista 2500 on-premise network management system (NMS) or OmniVista Cirrus cloud NMS. Access points are automatically added and

it’s simple to set up who can have wireless access – when, where and for how long.

Save time and money and provide a seamless user experience with unified management of both your LAN and WLAN, through a single dashboard:

• Secure mobility – with best quality of service across the whole airport, station or transport center

• Smart analytics on network activity – so you can maximize available bandwidth limiting some applications, such as social network traffic, while prioritizing transport operational applications for staff

• Access management for travelers and staff – using rule-based policies to set access criteria and automatically on-board devices

• Quick and easy scalability – up to 4000 access points with plans to increase this limit in the near future.

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Distributed Intelligent Architecture

Uniquely, OmniAccess Stellar WLAN distributes intelligent control to each access point. This allows:

• Better radio coverage – with automatic choice of the best frequency and channel to avoid interference

• Maximum bandwidth allocation – so devices can support more clients

• Superior user experience for each client device – automatically connects devices to the highest capacity access points

• Fastest speeds – even for older devices through fair airtime access

• More reliable network coverage – through a self-healing network

• Best quality of service – with automated services not impacting the user experience

Secure, separate transportation networks

ALE’s single network infrastructure, wired and wireless*, also makes it easy to create function-specific networks. You can have different ones for booking systems, security systems, signage, and administration. Although each service uses the same network infrastructure, IoT containment keeps them separate in virtual containers.*When used with Alcatel-Lucent LAN Solution

Location-based services

OmniAccess Stellar Indoor Location-Based Services can monitor locations, track people and transportation assets using optional or embedded Bluetooth low energy beacons and scanners. These allow you to provide new personalized services such as:

• Way finding – map-based directions for getting to the departure gate or platform and various amenities

• Retail promotions – important especially at airports, where up to a third of revenues come from retail outlets. Personalized ads can offer discounts on certain foods or goods, two for one offers, and the like

• Tracking customers and analytics – geofencing monitoring customer behavior helps identify new business opportunities for retailers

• Monitoring IoT devices – in airports, stations and on roads to identify problems before they cause delays or accidents

• Asset tracking - helps track special needs equipment such as carts, tram cars and wheelchairs

For a more detailed consultation and assessment, please contact us today and one of our transportation specialists will be happy to advise you www.al-enterprise.com/contact-us

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