Customers benefit from increased performance, enhanced security, higher throughput, and lower latency with Extreme Wi-Fi 7 solutions

MORRISVILLE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Extreme Networks ( EXTR ), Inc. , a leader in AI-powered automation for networking, today announced that global enterprises across various verticals are adopting Wi-Fi 7 to increase network efficiency, reduce downtime, and support the growing demands of modern business applications. Organizations including Baylor University, Barnsley College, Henry Ford Health, University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, Six Flags, and multiple NFL teams including the Pittsburgh Steelers, rely on Extreme’s Wi-Fi 7 solutions to deliver faster, more reliable connectivity, power seamless digital experiences, and drive more efficient operations.

With Wi-Fi 7, Extreme continues to lead in wireless innovation, introducing access points with dual IoT radios for multi-protocol support, PoE failover for uninterrupted power, and always-on encryption for stronger security. Customers gain improved efficiency, reduced downtime, and lower power consumption, which cuts operational overhead. Extreme’s Wi-Fi 7 portfolio includes the AP4020 and AP4060 for versatile indoor/outdoor deployments, and the AP5020, an enterprise-class solution designed for high-density environments with advanced security and AIOps-driven management.

Extreme has a proven record of Wi-Fi leadership, delivering the first enterprise-grade and outdoor Wi-Fi 6E access points and the first standard power grant for outdoor 6 GHz with Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC). All 6 GHz Extreme Wireless APs feature WBA OpenRoaming™, delivering automated, federated access that eliminates manual logins and insecure networks, enhancing security, productivity, and minimizing support calls.

Customer Highlights:

Baylor University selected Extreme’s Wi-Fi 7 APs to deliver always-on, high-capacity connectivity to support a growing student body and advanced classroom technologies like immersive learning, livestreamed lectures, and smart classrooms, as well as athletic and community events in its Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. With Extreme Wi-Fi, this higher education community gains the speed, reliability, and capacity to power next-generation learning, digital innovation, and campus life.

Global healthcare organizations like University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust and Henry Ford Health are deploying Extreme’s Wi-Fi 7 to enhance bedside patient access, keep critical medical devices online with real-time data transmission, and support advanced applications such as real-time imaging and secure clinician mobility.

The Pro Football Hall of Fame and Six Flags Amusement Parks are deploying Wi-Fi 7 to elevate the visitor experience with higher capacity Wi-Fi to power interactive exhibits, mobile ticketing, and AR displays, among other consumer-facing applications.

Executive Perspectives:

Ty Tastepe, Chief Digital and Technology Officer, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation

“With Extreme Wi-Fi 7, Six Flags can connect more guests and devices across every corner of the park with faster, more consistent coverage. This enables a seamless digital experience for our guests using the mobile app for navigation, mobile food ordering, and digital ticketing. The same network also provides real-time management tools for park operations, ride performance, and staffing needs, enabling faster decisions that keep lines moving, attractions running, and operations optimized throughout the day.”

Chad Reese, Senior Director of Information Technology, Pro Football Hall of Fame

“Creating memorable guest experiences is at the heart of everything we do. Technology should fuel those moments, not limit them. By upgrading to Extreme Wi-Fi 7, guests enjoy seamless connectivity while our teams gain the network speed and reliability to optimize operations – and performance stays the same whether it’s a typical day at the museum or we’re welcoming thousands of fans during Enshrinement Week. This investment isn’t just about better Wi-Fi, it’s about unlocking a more connected, innovative, and unforgettable experience for everyone that visits the Pro Football Hall of Fame.”

David Coleman, Director of Wireless Networking in the Office of the CTO, Extreme Networks ( EXTR )

“Wi-Fi 7 is a major leap forward for wireless connectivity, unlocking new levels of speed, responsiveness, and efficiency. At Extreme, we’ve spent decades designing and deploying networks in the most demanding environments, and this next generation of Wi-Fi takes performance and reliability to a new level. Enterprises can fully harness the power of 6 GHz and Wi-Fi 7 to enable real-time collaboration, power data-intensive applications, support high-density and smart building deployments, and ensure fast, reliable connectivity for every user and device.”

Upcoming Webinar and Resources

Learn more about Extreme’s wireless solutions and how customers are benefiting from Wi-Fi 7 in an upcoming webinar on Wednesday, November 5: Wi-Fi Without Limits: Unlocking the Power of 6 GHz Wi-Fi

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Extreme Networks, Inc. ( EXTR ) is a leader in AI-powered cloud networking, focused on delivering simple and secure solutions that help businesses address challenges and enable connections among devices, applications, and users. We push the boundaries of technology, leveraging the powers of artificial intelligence, analytics, and automation. Tens of thousands of customers globally trust our AI-powered cloud networking solutions and industry-leading support to enable businesses to drive value, foster innovation, and overcome extreme challenges.

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