About Symbol WS 5000 Wireless Switces

Next-Generation Switch-Based Wireless LAN

The Symbol WS 5000 redefines the standard for enterprise class wireless networks, delivering extensive functionality, security, scalability and management at a much lower total cost of ownership than first-generation access point-based networks. By centralizing intelligence that was previously distributed throughout a wireless network via access points, the WS 5000's wireless switch architecture delivers an unparalleled level of wireless LAN control, performance and management simplicity. When combined with Symbol Access Ports, the WS 5000 creates the heart of Symbol's Wireless Switch System. The WS 5000 moves beyond access point wireless networking by utilizing an extensible, expandable media independent Access Port architecture that supports 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g (ready), as well as supporting legacy access points.


The first wireless switch on the market, the Symbol WS 5000 offers an award-winning next-generation architecture that delivers the power of centralized intelligence. End-to-end layered security protects your perimeter, network, servers and client devices. Centralized management dramatically reduces the cost and time required to manage your wireless network by eliminating the need to physically configure and manage each access port (first generation wireless networking). The WS 5000's ability to scale as your enterprise grows and needs change ensures that you have the capacity to meet your needs today as well as in the future. And the ability to upgrade to support the latest features, functionality and new security mechanisms eliminates the need for forklift upgrades, delivering outstanding investment protection.