Grandstream continues to prove it is a leading provider of award-winning UC and networking solutions with the release of its first tri-band Wi-Fi 7-certified access point. The GWN7672 is a powerful enterprise-grade access point that aids organizations in future-proofing their wireless networks for years to come.
Continually improving network capabilities is an important consideration for every business. In this article, we review Grandstream’s new cutting-edge device and explain why we believe it should be an essential part of your networking device arsenal.
The GWN7672 access point is currently Grandstream’s most advanced wireless device. It provides certified Wi-Fi 7 service to up to 384 concurrently connected wireless clients and is ideal for moderate to high user density environments where speed and reliability are mission-critical.
Based on the IEEE 802.11be standard, it supports a theoretical maximum aggregate wireless throughput of 11 Gbps. With wired uplink speeds of up to 5 Gbps, this device is more than sufficient for serving virtually all wireless service scenarios.
The tri-band feature means that the access point can connect clients across three frequency bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and the newer 6 GHz band introduced with Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7. The less congested 6 GHz can be leveraged in environments with heavy wireless traffic for client devices that also support this frequency.
Here are some of the key features that make this WAP a game-changer for Grandstream’s lineup.
This feature was introduced with Wi-Fi 5, enhanced in Wi-Fi 6, and further improved in Wi-Fi 7. It enables simultaneous connections to wireless clients, further enhancing user density.
The GWN7672 has a multitude of the latest performance-enhancing technical features:
The GWN7672 includes the IEEE 802.11e Wi-Fi multimedia (WMM) feature, which defines a set of QoS parameters for voice, video, best effort, and other traffic. It also uses VLAN tag QoS markings and ToS QoS markings, which are found at OSI Layer 2 and Layer 3 respectively. This makes it ideal for use with UC applications and Wi-Fi enabled VoIP devices of all types.
The device’s security features include anti-hacking, secure boot, and critical data/control lockdown via digital signatures. WPA3 is fully supported, and it is backward compatible with previous WPA versions as well.
The GWN7672 includes support for the IEEE 802.3at PoE standard, with a maximum power consumption of 25W.
It also supports Bluetooth, which is typically used for quick setups by installers via Grandstream’s mobile app as well as for innovative location-based services.
The GWN7672 is perfect for large indoor deployment scenarios where high user densities are expected and low latency and high throughput are required. Typical situations include those for offices, enterprise facilities, hotels, education campuses, and conferencing venues.
This device is perfect for offering fast, reliable Wi-Fi across large spaces with high device density while simplifying deployment and management through centralized or cloud control.
The GWN7672 provides an ideal way to future-proof your wireless network. Its cutting-edge features and capabilities mean you can install it and enjoy its performance for many years.
This advanced AP provides the following features:
The GWN7276 is Grandstream’s most advanced wireless access point, combining cutting-edge Wi-Fi 7 performance with simple provisioning and streamlined management. Designed for long-term reliability and minimal maintenance, deploying this WAP allows you to “install and forget," since the device confidently delivers fast, stable, and future-proof connectivity for years to come.
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