"I believe Ruijie is a quality brand and a good choice for the university. This decision will contribute positively to the university's development."
— Asst.Prof.Dr. Jutturit Thongpron, President of RMUTLAdapting to Modern Needs: Campus-Wide Wireless Coverage
Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna (RMUTL) in Northern Thailand is renowned for its practical and technological education, using modern equipment and a hands-on approach. Their commitment to innovation required a robust, campus-wide wireless connection network to support their extensive facilities and university network infrastructure.
Addressing Wi-Fi Connectivity Challenges Amidst Digital Transformation
As part of Thailand's strategy to advance higher education, universities are embracing digital transformation, necessitating seamless Wi-Fi connectivity across their campuses.
RMUTL has encountered several connectivity challenges related to their wireless network:
Limited Coverage
The existing Wi-Fi network suffers from inadequate coverage and weak signals in remote areas, which impacts user experience in specific buildings and outdoor spaces.
High-Density Usage
With a user base exceeding 20,000, the network requires enhancements to accommodate high-density wireless usage. For instance, poor Wi-Fi performance on the fourth floor of Building A has disrupted classroom activities and self-directed learning, highlighting the need for improved network capacity.
Deployment Challenges
Thailand's regulations mandate the use of overhead cables for outdoor connectivity, posing significant challenges, especially for cable runs exceeding 300 meters. To ensure uninterrupted educational services, it is crucial to streamline installation processes and minimize installation time.
Revolutionising Campus Connectivity: RMUTL's Network Modernisation with Smart Campus SOE Solution
To overcome connectivity challenges and modernise Wi-Fi connectivity, RMUTL implemented the Campus SOE solution, which included significant enhancements to their wireless network infrastructure.
Enhanced Network Infrastructure
The network core was significantly upgraded, incorporating CWDM technology for transparent distribution, a wireless access controller, a campus core switch, and high-performance Wi-Fi 6 access points. Additionally, future-proof hybrid cable technology (Optical i-Share) was introduced, making the customer's sustainable infrastructure investment three times more efficient compared to traditional setups. This combination ensures robust and reliable connectivity across the campus, offering a greatly improved Wi-Fi experience for users.
Advanced Network Management
The WIS Cloud Service Software solutions provide zero-touch provisioning (ZTP) for both local and cloud operations, enabling efficient management of the university's network infrastructure.
Revolutionising Campus Connectivity: Future-Proof Wi-Fi and Intelligent Network Management
Ruijie's SOE Solution solution provided RMUTL with a robust and future-proof higher education Wi-Fi experience, revolutionising their university network infrastructure to deliver seamless wireless connectivity across the campus.
Future-Ready Infrastructure
The all-optical architecture is designed to support high bandwidth for the next decade, ensuring scalability and long-term viability. Wi-Fi 6 technology enhances speed, increases device capacity, and reduces latency. Additionally, Wireless AI Radio technology ensures seamless roaming and comprehensive coverage, providing a reliable and high-performing network environment.
Quick Deployment
The use of lightweight overhead fibre optic cables is ideal for long-distance outdoor installations, significantly simplifying setup. The management platform further streamlines deployment, allowing pre-configured access points to be activated online with a single click, thereby reducing the setup time across the campus.
Intelligent Management for Enhanced Efficiency
The platform enables efficient fault detection and supports both local and remote maintenance, ensuring smooth network operation and minimising downtime once the system is up and running.
