Ruckus Wireless ZoneFlex 2942 901-2942-US01 User Manual

The Ruckus ZoneFlex 2942 is the most affordable 802.11g 

Wi-Fi access point (AP) that delivers advanced features and 

functionality not available in any low-end consumer AP or 

high-end WLAN system.

Each ZoneFlex 2942 integrates Ruckus-patented BeamFlex

™

 

smart antenna technology that enables consistent, high per-

formance, extended coverage and multimedia support as 

it automatically tunes itself to adapt to constant changes in 

the environment. This means fewer APs, more satisfi ed users, 

and a cost-effective system that can be installed anywhere 

by wireless novices. 

Deployed individually, or as a system centrally managed by 

the Ruckus ZoneDirector

™

 Smart WLAN family of control-

lers, the Ruckus ZoneFlex 2942 can be deployed with or 

without Ethernet cabling. Support for Ruckus Smart Mesh 

Networking streamlines costly and complex deployment 

headaches, eliminating the need to run Ethernet cabling to 

every access point. This minimizes operational overhead, 

making the ZoneFlex 2942 ideal for hotels, schools, airports 

and enterprises everywhere.

The ZoneFlex 2942 is also perfect for hot spot operators that 

want to deliver business-class hot-spot services — such as 

voice over Wi-Fi, IP-based video or secure enterprise access.

A web-based wizard allows any computer user to confi gure 

the ZoneFlex 2942 through the ZoneDirector — creating a 

secure and sophisticated WLAN in a matter of minutes. The 

Ruckus ZoneFlex 2942 simply plugs into any Ethernet network 

and automatically discovers the ZoneDirector. No RF tuning. 

No client confi guration. A true plug-and-play multimedia 

WLAN that is ready to use, stable and high performing.

Smart Wi-Fi 802.11g Access Point

BENEFITS

Best-in-class user performance and density for 802.11g

 

Advanced antenna array and Quality of Service (QoS) software delivers 

20 concurrent voice calls, 100 simultaneous data users or 20 Mbps of 

guaranteed user throughput for a 5,000 square foot facility.

Extended coverage means fewer APs 

Directional, high-gain antennas dynamically combine to give hotspot 

operators and enterprises two- to four-times the coverage over typical 

consumer and enterprise APs.

No RF expertise required 

Smart antenna array eliminates AP placement issues and minimizes 

adjacent AP interference, while ZoneDirector controls dynamic channel 

assignment and power management.

Optimized for voice over Wi-Fi 

Specialized antenna design, dynamic signal path selection and preci-

sion QoS software optimize delay-sensitive, high-density Voice-over-

Wi-Fi (VoFi) applications. Power Save (UAPSD) maximizes handset 

battery life.

“IT lite” confi guration and management

 

Web-based wizard enables confi guration of multiple APs across the 

entire WLAN in minutes. Once confi gured, the WLAN manages itself.

Smart Mesh Networking streamlines costly and 
complex deployment

Integrated Smart Mesh Networking technology automates deploy-

ment, eliminates the need to run Ethernet cables to every Smart Wi-Fi 

access point.

Investment protection for legacy Wi-Fi networks

Compatible with existing wireless investments, the ZoneFlex 2942 

enhances performance and range for legacy 802.11b clients.

Hassle free migration to higher speed Wi-Fi

Support for standard 802.3af Power over Ethernet allows enterprises to 

use existing PoE switches without costly upgrades.

Enables business class hotspot services

New revenue opportunities are available for operators such as (VoFi) 

services, extended enterprise access, IP video applications and tiered 

service classes.

ZoneFlex

™ 

2942

The Best Performing 802.11g Smart Wi-Fi 

Access Point with Dynamic Beamforming