SAN JOSE, Calif., March 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Extreme
Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXTR), a cloud-driven networking
company, today announced Lincoln
University of Pennsylvania has deployed Extreme's wireless
access points and cloud network management solution to provide
high-speed, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity throughout its 422-acre main campus and
off-campus graduate center. With increased capacity in all indoor
and outdoor spaces, the University makes it easy for students,
faculty, and staff to connect with digital education resources from
any device, anywhere – a need that became more
pronounced with the COVID-19
pandemic and the additional requirement to offer a mix of
in-person and remote instruction.
Lincoln University was founded in 1854 as the nation's first
degree-granting historically black college and university (HBCU),
with notable alumni including poet Langston
Hughes and the first black U.S. Supreme Court Justice,
Thurgood Marshall. It is a top 20
HBCU in 2021, according to U.S. News & World Report. However,
the University's commitment to providing its students with an
excellent education was not previously supported by a robust
network infrastructure. Connectivity issues often left students and
faculty unable to access educational resources or livestream online
courses, a significant challenge as many students were forced to
isolate in their dorms during the onset of the pandemic. The
University turned to Extreme and its partner, Howard Technology
Solutions, to deploy a reliable, flexible network solution that
could handle the increasing demands for video streaming, remote
learning, and the use of bandwidth-hungry applications.
Key Benefits
- Seamless Indoor and Outdoor Wireless Coverage:
ExtremeWireless™ high-density Wi-Fi 6 access points (APs) provide
Lincoln University with a secure, wireless network that can support
3,000 users and 5,000 devices daily. Users have reported more
reliable wireless connectivity that doesn't differ from building to
building, and they are comfortable connecting through WPA2
authentication which provides an additional layer of data security
and increased protection from network threats. Since deployment,
Lincoln University has seen improved student success and retention,
even during the coronavirus pandemic.
- Simplified Network Management: With a three-person
network team covering 46 buildings, Lincoln University required a
cloud network management solution for intuitive and insightful
access to how applications, devices, and users connect to their
network. The ExtremeCloud™ IQ network management platform was
selected for ease of use and deployment, cost-effectiveness, and
its built-in applications. The team is now able to manage its campus-wide
wireless network through the cloud, has greater
visibility into all connected IoT devices, and can remotely access
and control all wireless APs.
- Enhanced Services for Remote Learning: Lincoln
University was already prioritizing flexible learning and better
online accessibility for its students, but the COVID-19 pandemic
caused the University to accelerate its plans. All courses are now
available online, with the exception of some in-person labs, and
the Wi-Fi 6 APs from Extreme ensure students can access all
livestreamed courses and recorded lectures without any connectivity
issues or interruptions. The comprehensive indoor and outdoor
wireless coverage also enables students to avoid congregating in
large groups to study, allowing them to better adhere to social
distancing guidelines.
Executive Perspectives
Justin McKenzie, Chief
Information Officer, Lincoln University
"Our mission at
Lincoln University is to educate and empower students to lead their
communities and change the world—technology should never be a
barrier to success. With Extreme's high-density Wi-Fi 6 access
points, single-pane-of-glass cloud management, and credential-based
access capabilities, our IT team can offer a vastly improved user
experience while supporting new flexible learning requirements.
Further, simplified management and maintenance has reduced their
workload, resulting in a reduction in operating costs of more than
30% and allowing us to focus more effort on security and other
projects."
David Savage, Senior Director
of Education Sales, Extreme Networks
"Accessibility is a top
priority for higher education organizations, and that need has been
amplified by the coronavirus pandemic. Lincoln University has been able to function
without missing a beat during this crisis thanks to our
technology. We're proud to
provide a cloud network solution that allows colleges and
universities everywhere to both extend access to educational
resources and improve remote instruction."
Additional Resources
- Extreme Networks Higher Education Solutions Page
- Extreme Networks and Lincoln University Case Study
- Networking Solutions to Facilitate Student Learning During the
COVID-19 Pandemic Brochure
- Wi-Fi 6 for Dummies Ebook
- Adapting and Implementing the New Normal for Education
On-Demand Webinar
- Connect with Extreme via Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube,
and Instagram
About Extreme Networks
Extreme Networks, Inc. (EXTR)
creates effortless networking experiences that enable all of us to
advance. We push the boundaries of technology leveraging the powers
of machine learning, artificial intelligence, analytics, and
automation. Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end,
cloud-driven networking solutions and rely on our top-rated
services and support to accelerate their digital transformation
efforts and deliver progress like never before. For more
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