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What is the difference between Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)?

A: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) introduces OFDMA, MU-MIMO 8*8, BSS Coloring, and Target Wake Time – enabling 4* higher efficiency in dense environments, 75% lower latency, and better battery life for IoT devices. Wi-Fi 6 is recommended for any enterprise deployment with 30+ users per AP or high-density IoT environments. Wi-Fi 5 remains cost-effective for low-density or budget-constrained deployments.

How many access points does a typical 10,000 sq ft office floor need?

A: For a standard open-plan office with 50–80 users, 3–4 Wi-Fi 6 access points are typically sufficient. For offices with many glass walls, concrete pillars, or dense device counts (call centres, trading floors), 5–8 APs may be needed. Always conduct an RF site survey before final AP count – guessing AP count leads to either coverage gaps or channel interference from over-deployment.

Is Cisco Meraki worth the annual licence cost for Indian enterprises?

A: Cisco Meraki's annual licensing (₹4,000–₹14,000 per AP per year) provides cloud-managed infrastructure with zero-touch deployment, automatic firmware updates, built-in security, and a single-pane management dashboard. For organisations with 10+ sites or limited on-site IT staff, Meraki's operational simplicity typically justifies the licence premium. For cost-conscious single-site deployments, Ubiquiti UniFi offers similar cloud management without per-device licensing.

What is the coverage range of a typical enterprise Wi-Fi access point?

A: In open-plan office environments, a single enterprise AP covers 50–150 square metres effectively. In environments with walls, the coverage per AP reduces significantly. Always plan coverage based on signal strength requirements (-65 dBm or better for voice/video) rather than manufacturer maximum range claims, which are measured in open air.

Can Wi-Fi 6 access points work with existing Wi-Fi 5 and older client devices?

A: Yes – Wi-Fi 6 is fully backward compatible with Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 4, and older 802.11a/b/g devices. Older devices connect normally at their supported speeds. The Wi-Fi 6 performance benefits (OFDMA, MU-MIMO 8*8) are realised specifically for Wi-Fi 6 capable client devices – which include most smartphones and laptops manufactured after 2020.