Managed WiFi for K-12 schools and libraries

Managed WiFi is a comprehensive wireless networking solution that enables K-12 schools and libraries to promote untethered learning by providing students and teachers seamless on-campus access to the Internet and digital learning assets.
 

Managed WiFi overview

Reliable connection of wireless and mobile devices to the Internet and internal networks is critical to K-12 schools and libraries. Spectrum Enterprise Managed WiFi is a turnkey solution that qualifies for federal E-Rate funding, providing design, installation and operation of wireless infrastructure, ensuring high quality connectivity with no equipment to buy.

To help manage wireless access, maximize security and provide a seamless experience, Managed WiFi includes comprehensive management tools, customized landing pages and secure authentication.

Spectrum Enterprise Managed WiFi and backbone networks are pro-actively monitored 24/7/365 to verify uptime and availability, and students have access to a toll-free support line to resolve connectivity issues quickly, freeing IT and administrative staff to focus on other priorities.
 

Product highlights

• Facilitate untethered digital learning: Allow students to connect to digital learning assets while providing an enhanced learning experience
• Work with an established E-Rate provider: Spectrum Enterprise is committed to supporting K-12 education, having served 600 school districts and over 17,000 locations representing four million students since 1998
• Enjoy low up-front and operational costs: A standard flat monthly fee means even budget- and IT-constrained schools can enhance the quality of education they deliver without the capital expense of purchasing and installing WiFi infrastructure
• Ensure flexibility and scalability: Leverage high-speed connectivity of Fiber Internet Access service and allocate the appropriate bandwidth to support different usage needs across one or more campus locations
• Enable end-to-end management: Utilize the admin portal, customized reporting and other tools for added visibility and control over your WiFi network and to review session information, such as connected devices, data use and if connections are returning or new guests
• Ensure network performance: Highly competitive service level objectives (SLOs) help ensure optimal network performance and availability to support mission-critical wireless operations
• Enjoy dedicated support: Rely on dedicated support teams to provide 24/7/365 client care and proactive monitoring, backed by local technical expertise
• Minimize resource demands: Equipment is managed  and maintained remotely, reducing the burden on in-house IT resources
   

Managed WiFi Portal

The Managed WiFi Portal brings you the benefits of superior network visibility and data intelligence with password-protected online access.

• View network utilization stats
• Generate technology, statistics, trend and security reports that include:
  • Type of equipment, equipment name, IP address, equipment location, equipment status and duration of status
  • Individual log history for each piece of equipment
  • Historical information
  • As-built documentation
• Session Reporting
  • Track session use by time connected, device type, session data usage and platform OS type
  • Dashboard shows summary statistics of daily or weekly session data and new or reconnected devices
     

Learn more at https://enterprise.spectrum.com/services/industries/k-12/erate-e-rate-program.html.