WLAN Equipment: Market Research Report
This report analyzes the worldwide markets for WLAN Equipment in US$ Thousand by the following Product Segments: Appliances/Server/Switch, and Access Points. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2014 through 2020. Also, a seven-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. The report profiles 84 companies including many key and niche players such as -
- Advantech Co., Ltd.
- Aerohive Networks, Inc.
- AirTight Networks, Inc.
- Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise
- Belkin International, Inc.
I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS
Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Disclaimers
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definitions and Scope of Study
WLAN Equipment
WLAN Switch/Appliance
WLAN Controllers
WLAN Access Points
II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
WLAN Market: A Prelude
Increasing WLAN Deployments to Fuel Growth in the WLAN Equipment Market
Increasing WLAN Deployments in Enterprises Propel WLAN Equipment Market
Growth in Enterprise Mobile Computing & Accelerated Adoption of BYOD Strategy
Consumer WLAN Equipment Market: 802.11ac Standard & Connected Devices Favor Growth
WLAN Access Points – A Major Contributor to WLAN Equipment Market
Competitive Landscape
2. GROWTH DRIVERS, MARKET TRENDS & ISSUES
Shift towards 802.11ac Standard: Renewed Vigor in WLAN Equipment Market
802.11AC WAVE 2 STANDARD – ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO TAP FOR VENDORS
802.11AD, 802.11AF AND 802.11AH PROTOCOLS: THE FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS OF 802.11 FAMILY
Comparing 802.11ad, 802.11af and 802.11ah Protocols
Proliferation of 802.11ac and Wi-Fi Enabled Devices – A Big Support to the Market
Increasing Proliferation of Smartphones & Tablets: Opportunity for Growth
Network Capacity Issues Arising from Increasing Data Traffic: Prospects for Gigabit Wi-Fi & WLAN Equipment
Wi-Fi Technology Proliferation Fosters Demand for Enterprise WLAN Equipment
Increasing Replacement of Wired Networks with Mobile Technology in Businesses – Potential for WLAN Equipment Market
Shift towards Cloud-Managed WLANs: A Promising Opportunity for WLAN Equipment
Internet of Things (IoT) Adds to Complexity of WLAN Designs
Expanding Broadband Connectivity and Wi-Fi 5Ghz Technology Spurs Growth
Globalization & Workforce Decentralization - Business Cases for WLAN Equipment
Hybrid Networks – An Opportunity for Enterprise WLAN Market
LTE & Wi-Fi Convergence: An Opportunity for WLAN Equipment Vendors
Wi-Fi Evolves to Hotspot 2.
Wireless Connectivity for M2M Applications to Stir up Sales of WLAN Equipment
Positive Prospects for Outdoor Wi-Fi Market to Fuel Equipment Demand
Technology Advancements to Further Enhance the Role of AP in Outdoor Wi-F
Outdoor Wi-Fi Networks Leverage WLAN Controllers to Streamline Network Operation
Outdoor Wi-Fi Networks Rely on Hotspot Gateways for Instant End-User Access
Industrial Automation Presents Opportunities for WLAN Equipment
Education Sector’s Reliance on Wi-Fi to Stay Connected to Students
Extending Wi-Fi to Outdoors in Schools: Opportunity for WLAN Equipment Market
Wi-Fi Emerges as a Model Tool in e-Learning
Healthcare: Increasing Use of Wireless Technology to Drive WLAN Equipment Market
WLAN Adoption Rises in Medical Applications
Outdoor Wi-Fi Encourages ‘Connected Hospital’ Model
Future Prospects Promising for Wi-Fi in Healthcare Sector
Potential for WLAN Equipment in In-Car Devices
Huge Significance of Wi-Fi for Smart Cities Bodes Well for WLAN Equipment Market
Ongoing Proliferation of Municipal Wi-Fi Creates Fertile Environment for Outdoor Wi-F
Monetization Opportunities Strengthen Municipal Wi-Fi Prospects
Rising Wi-Fi Deployments in Transportation Sector: Opportunity to Tap for WLAN Equipment Market
Wi-Fi Model Gathers Steam in Hospitality Environments
Hotels Bet on Wi-Fi Service to Improve Guest Experience
Retail Environments Aim to Exploit Wi-Fi to Engage In-Store Customers
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Wireless LAN: An Introduction
Wi-Fi: Commercial Form of WLAN
A Historical Perspective
WLAN Architecture
Wireless Stations
Basic Service Set (BSS)
Extended Service Set (ESS)
Distribution System
Transmission Technologies Used in WLAN
WLAN Standards
802.11 FAMILY OF WIRELESS STANDARDS: A REVIEW
Types of Wireless LANs
Ad hoc/Peer-to-Peer Mode
Infrastructure
Bridge
Wireless Distribution System
Throughput and Performance
WLAN Roaming
Internal Roaming
External Roaming
Advantages of WLAN
Disadvantages of WLAN
WLAN Equipment
Access Points
Gigabit Wi-Fi Access Point
Router
Routing Protocols
Bridge
Gateway
WLAN Controllers
WLAN Switch
End-Use Applications
Wi-Fi for Internet Connectivity
Citywide Wi-Fi Networks
Wi-Fi in University Campuses
Facilitating Direct Computer-to-Computer Communications
4. PRODUCT INNOVATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS
Aerohive Unveils New Outdoor Gigabit Wi-Fi 802.11ac Access Point
Microchip Introduces SST11CP22 5 GHz PAM for IEEE 802.11ac Standard
4IPNET LAUNCHES WHG201 WLAN CONTROLLER
UC-Wireless Unveils Ruckus Cloud Controller
MSC Technologies Launches WLAN-Module HDG820 for 802.11. b/g/n Networks
Realtek Semiconductor to Demonstrate WLAN and IoT Solutions
Davolink Launches Smart 802.11ac-based WLAN Controller and Access Point
Guerrilla RF Unveils Family of 5GHz Ultra LNA/ Linear PA Drivers for WLAN Access Points
NETGEAR Launches NETGEAR AC1750 Smart WiFi Router
Ubiquiti Launches UniFi AC Enterprise Wi-Fi Solution
Xirrus Introduces Xtreme Density 2 (XD2) Wi-Fi 802.11ac Wave 2 AP
Xirrus Launches Cloud-Managed 802.11ac Wi-Fi Solutions
Zebra Technologies Unveils TW-522 Wireless Wallplate Access Point
AirTight Networks Introduces AirTight C-65 802.11ac Wi-Fi Access Point/Sensor
lesswire to Commence Sale of WiBear 11ac
Skyworks Solutions Launches SKY13453-385LF for Mode Switching
Lancom Unveils Highly Integrated Wireless Access Points
Moxa Launches AWK-1131A for Industrial Applications
ZyXEL Introduces Internet Access Gateways for Hospitality Environments
Motorola Solutions Launches WLAN- WiNG Express
Netgear and ZyXEL Launch WLAN Solutions
Ruckus Rolls Out vSCG- Virtualized WLAN Controller
ZyXEL Unveils NXC5500 WLAN Controller and NWA5301NJ Wall-Plate Unified Wi-Fi AP
Fortinet Launches New Products to Extend Integrated Security Platforms
Marvell Introduces 802.11ac 1x1 Wireless Combo Solution
LANCOM Unveils Free Wireless-LAN Optimization Solution
LANCOM Introduces Wireless Infrastructure Platform for Brick-and-Mortar Retail Stores
LANCOM Launches L-13xx Series of 1,300-Mbps Access Points
LANCOM Demonstrates Latest in Enterprise Networking
Wieson Introduces WM6000WD-Advanced WLAN Embedded Module
NETGEAR Expands ProSAFE Business-Class Wireless Products
Samsung Telecommunications America Expands Wireless Enterprise Portfolio
Aruba Launches Cloud-Managed Wi-Fi Solution
Microchip Launches SST11LF04 Matched WLAN FEM
WhizNets Unveils Embedded Wireless LAN Modules
connectBlue Introduces OWL355 Multiradio Module
Skyworks Unveils 5 GHz WLAN Front-End Module for Reference Designs
connectBlue Launches EAP-TLS WLAN Security Feature
UTT Technologies Introduces PoE WLAN Solution
Lantronix Launches xPico Wi-Fi Module
Aruba Networks Introduces Wave 1 802.11ac Enabled Access Points Series
Motorola Introduces Set of 802.11ac APs for Different Spaces
HP Provides Unified Wired and Wireless Solutions to Support BYOD Initiatives
Proxim Wireless Introduces ORiNOCO AP-8100 of WLAN Access Points
Black Box Rolls Out InnerWirelessHD3-WLAN
Gainspan Launches GS2000 Single Chip Solution
Proxim Launches ORiNOCO AP-8100 WLAN Access Points
Tektronix Introduces New WLAN Solutions
connectBlue Extends Frequency Channel Range of Embedded WLAN Modules
5. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY
HP Acquires Aruba Networks
Wanda Group Deploys Aruba’s WLAN Solutions
Zebra Technologies Announces New Channel Partner Program
New York City MTA and Transit Wireless Utilize Zebra Technologies WLAN Technology
Dell to Resell Wireless Networking Products of Aerohive
BCPS Selects Aerohive’s Controller-Less Networking Solution
Aerohive and Juniper Enter into Technology Alliance
Fortinet Acquires Meru Networks
CBN Internet Selects AirTight Access Points
Chico Unified and Souderton Area School Districts Deploy Smart Wi-Fi Wireless of Ruckus Wireless and Brocade
Brazilian Public Universities Select Ruckus ZoneFlex APs Wireless Connectivity
Riverside Park Selects WLAN Products of Zebra Technologies
Zebra Technologies Acquires Enterprise Business of Motorola Solutions
Qualcomm Acquires Wilocity
University of the South Deploys Aruba’s 802.11ac Solution
West Chester University Deploys Aruba 802.11ac WLAN
SVP Worldwide Selects Aruba’s Cloud Wi-Fi Solution
Wi-Fi Alliance Selects Aruba’s Wireless LAN Products
Aruba Completes Wireless LAN Projects in Hospitality
u-blox Takes Over connectBlue
Ruckus Wireless Selects TriQuint's WLAN PAs
Juniper Partners with Aruba on WLAN Technologies
Samsung Partners with Ingram Micro
Brewster Academy Deploys Aruba’s WLAN
Parkland College Installs Aruba Wireless LAN and ClearPass Access Management System
FIT Deploys Aruba’s WLAN
Hyatt Hotels Deploys Aruba’s Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure
University of Cincinnati Upgrades WLAN with Aruba Solutions
Ensign Services Selects Aruba’s Wireless LAN Infrastructure
DCDSB Upgrades WLAN with Aruba’s Enterprise-Class Solution
Gwynedd-Mercy College Installs Aruba’s WLAN
NTTBP Selects Aruba’s WLAN Solution for Wi-Fi Cloud Service
6. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
Advantech Co., Ltd. (Taiwan)
Aerohive Networks, Inc. (USA)
AirTight Networks, Inc. (USA)
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise (France)
Belkin International, Inc. (USA)
Cisco Systems, Inc. (USA)
D-Link Corporation (Taiwan)
Hewlett-Packard Company (USA)
Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. (China)
Juniper Networks, Inc. (USA)
Lancom Systems GmbH (Germany)
NETGEAR, Inc. (USA)
Proxim Wireless Corporation (USA)
Ruckus Wireless, Inc. (USA)
Telefonaktiebolaget L. M. Ericsson (Sweden)
TP-LINK Technologies Co., Ltd. (China)
u-blox AG (Switzerland)
Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. (USA)
Xirrus, Inc. (USA)
Zebra Technologies Corporation (USA)
ZTE Corporation (China)
7. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
III. MARKET
1. THE UNITED STATES
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Mobile Computing Drives Demand for Wi-Fi Access Points
Educational Institutions Prioritize Wi-Fi to Stay Connected to Students
Healthcare Facilities Aim to Leverage Outdoor Wi-Fi for Improved Patient Care
Growing Popularity of City Wi-Fi Extends Opportunities for Outdoor Wi-F
Product Launches
Strategic Corporate Developments
Key Players
B. Market Analytics
2. CANADA
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Outdoor Wi-Fi Model Promises Growth for WLAN Equipment Market
B. Market Analytics
3. JAPAN
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Growing Focus on Outdoor Wi-Fi Model Bodes Well for Market Growth
Strategic Corporate Development
B. Market Analytics
4. EUROPE
A. Market Analysis
Market Overview
Increasing Adoption of Wi-Fi in Hospitality Sector: Potential for Growth
Cloud-Managed Wi-Fi Model Sees Growth in Europe
B. Market Analytics
4A. FRANCE
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise – A Key Player
B. Market Analytics
4B. GERMANY
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Product Launches
Lancom Systems GmbH – A Key Player
B. Market Analytics
4C. ITALY
Market Analysis
4D. THE UNITED KINGDOM
Market Analysis
4E. SPAIN
Market Analysis
4F. RUSSIA
Market Analysis
4G. REST OF EUROPE
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Strategic Corporate Developments
Key Players
B. Market Analytics
5. ASIA-PACIFIC
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Asia-Pacific: Rapid Growth in Store for Wi-Fi Access Points Market
B. Market Analytics
5A. AUSTRALIA
Market Analysis
5B. CHINA
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Product Launch
Key Players
B. Market Analytics
5C. INDIA
A. Market Analysis
Market Overview
Product Launch
B. Market Analytics
5D. SOUTH KOREA
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Strategic Corporate Developments
B. Market Analytics
5E. REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Product Launches
Strategic Corporate Development
Key Players
B. Market Analytics
6. LATIN AMERICA
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Strategic Corporate Development
B. Market Analytics
7. REST OF WORLD
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Strategic Corporate Developments
B. Market Analytics
IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Total Companies Profiled: 84 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 90)
The United States (51)
Japan (1)
Europe (8)
France (1)
Germany (4)
Rest of Europe (3)
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (29)
Latin America (1)
Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Disclaimers
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definitions and Scope of Study
WLAN Equipment
WLAN Switch/Appliance
WLAN Controllers
WLAN Access Points
II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
WLAN Market: A Prelude
Increasing WLAN Deployments to Fuel Growth in the WLAN Equipment Market
Increasing WLAN Deployments in Enterprises Propel WLAN Equipment Market
Growth in Enterprise Mobile Computing & Accelerated Adoption of BYOD Strategy
Table 1. Global Corporate-Owned and Consumer Owned Tablets Market: Percentage Breakdown of Installed Base for Years 2011, 2014 & 2017 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 2. Number of Connected Devices per Knowledge Worker in Select Countries (2012 & 2015E) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Consumer WLAN Equipment Market: 802.11ac Standard & Connected Devices Favor Growth
WLAN Access Points – A Major Contributor to WLAN Equipment Market
Table 3. Global 802.11 Access Points Market (2015E): Percentage Share Breakdown of Shipments for 802.11a/b/g Access Points, 802.11ac Access Points, and 802.11n Access Points (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Competitive Landscape
Table 4. Global Enterprise WLAN Market by Leading Player (2014): Percentage Share Breakdown of Revenues for Cisco, HP, Ruckus, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 5. Leading Players in Global Enterprise WLAN Standalone Access Points Market (2014): Percentage Share Breakdown of Unit Shipments for Belkin, Cisco, D-Link, HP, Netgear, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
2. GROWTH DRIVERS, MARKET TRENDS & ISSUES
Shift towards 802.11ac Standard: Renewed Vigor in WLAN Equipment Market
802.11AC WAVE 2 STANDARD – ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO TAP FOR VENDORS
802.11AD, 802.11AF AND 802.11AH PROTOCOLS: THE FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS OF 802.11 FAMILY
Comparing 802.11ad, 802.11af and 802.11ah Protocols
Proliferation of 802.11ac and Wi-Fi Enabled Devices – A Big Support to the Market
Table 6. Global Market for High-Speed Wireless-Enabled Devices: Breakdown of Annual Shipments (in Million Units) for Year 2014 through 2018 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 7. Global Mobile Devices Market (2014 & 2019): Percentage Share Breakdown of Unit Shipments by Category (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Increasing Proliferation of Smartphones & Tablets: Opportunity for Growth
Table 8. World Smartphones Market by Geographic Region (2014 & 2020) - Breakdown of Annual Shipments in Thousand Units for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 9. World Shipments of Laptops and Tablets for Years 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2017 (in Million Units) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Network Capacity Issues Arising from Increasing Data Traffic: Prospects for Gigabit Wi-Fi & WLAN Equipment
Table 10. World Mobile Data Traffic: Data Volumes (in Exabytes per month) for Years 2014 through 2019 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Wi-Fi Technology Proliferation Fosters Demand for Enterprise WLAN Equipment
Increasing Replacement of Wired Networks with Mobile Technology in Businesses – Potential for WLAN Equipment Market
Shift towards Cloud-Managed WLANs: A Promising Opportunity for WLAN Equipment
Internet of Things (IoT) Adds to Complexity of WLAN Designs
Table 11. Global Installed Base of IoT Connected Devices (in Million Units) for 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Expanding Broadband Connectivity and Wi-Fi 5Ghz Technology Spurs Growth
Table 12. Internet Penetration Worldwide (2015): Percentage Breakdown of Internet Penetration by Geographic Region (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Globalization & Workforce Decentralization - Business Cases for WLAN Equipment
Table 13. Global Workforce Population (2009 & 2014): Percentage Share Breakdown of Employees by Nature of Work (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 14. Global Mobile Workforce Population (2014): Percentage Share Breakdown of Number of Mobile Employees by Region/Country (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 15. Global Mobile Workforce Population (2014): Penetration of Mobile Employees by Region/Country (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Hybrid Networks – An Opportunity for Enterprise WLAN Market
LTE & Wi-Fi Convergence: An Opportunity for WLAN Equipment Vendors
Wi-Fi Evolves to Hotspot 2.
Wireless Connectivity for M2M Applications to Stir up Sales of WLAN Equipment
Positive Prospects for Outdoor Wi-Fi Market to Fuel Equipment Demand
Technology Advancements to Further Enhance the Role of AP in Outdoor Wi-F
Outdoor Wi-Fi Networks Leverage WLAN Controllers to Streamline Network Operation
Outdoor Wi-Fi Networks Rely on Hotspot Gateways for Instant End-User Access
Industrial Automation Presents Opportunities for WLAN Equipment
Table 16. Global Wireless-Enabled Industrial Automation Equipment Market (2015): Percentage Share Breakdown of Shipments by Technology for Bluetooth, Cellular, ISA 100. 11a, Wireless LAN, WirelessHART, ZigBee, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Education Sector’s Reliance on Wi-Fi to Stay Connected to Students
Extending Wi-Fi to Outdoors in Schools: Opportunity for WLAN Equipment Market
Wi-Fi Emerges as a Model Tool in e-Learning
Healthcare: Increasing Use of Wireless Technology to Drive WLAN Equipment Market
WLAN Adoption Rises in Medical Applications
Outdoor Wi-Fi Encourages ‘Connected Hospital’ Model
Future Prospects Promising for Wi-Fi in Healthcare Sector
Potential for WLAN Equipment in In-Car Devices
Huge Significance of Wi-Fi for Smart Cities Bodes Well for WLAN Equipment Market
Ongoing Proliferation of Municipal Wi-Fi Creates Fertile Environment for Outdoor Wi-F
Monetization Opportunities Strengthen Municipal Wi-Fi Prospects
Rising Wi-Fi Deployments in Transportation Sector: Opportunity to Tap for WLAN Equipment Market
Wi-Fi Model Gathers Steam in Hospitality Environments
Hotels Bet on Wi-Fi Service to Improve Guest Experience
Retail Environments Aim to Exploit Wi-Fi to Engage In-Store Customers
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Wireless LAN: An Introduction
Wi-Fi: Commercial Form of WLAN
A Historical Perspective
WLAN Architecture
Wireless Stations
Basic Service Set (BSS)
Extended Service Set (ESS)
Distribution System
Transmission Technologies Used in WLAN
WLAN Standards
802.11 FAMILY OF WIRELESS STANDARDS: A REVIEW
Types of Wireless LANs
Ad hoc/Peer-to-Peer Mode
Infrastructure
Bridge
Wireless Distribution System
Throughput and Performance
WLAN Roaming
Internal Roaming
External Roaming
Advantages of WLAN
Disadvantages of WLAN
WLAN Equipment
Access Points
Gigabit Wi-Fi Access Point
Router
Routing Protocols
Bridge
Gateway
WLAN Controllers
WLAN Switch
End-Use Applications
Wi-Fi for Internet Connectivity
Citywide Wi-Fi Networks
Wi-Fi in University Campuses
Facilitating Direct Computer-to-Computer Communications
4. PRODUCT INNOVATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS
Aerohive Unveils New Outdoor Gigabit Wi-Fi 802.11ac Access Point
Microchip Introduces SST11CP22 5 GHz PAM for IEEE 802.11ac Standard
4IPNET LAUNCHES WHG201 WLAN CONTROLLER
UC-Wireless Unveils Ruckus Cloud Controller
MSC Technologies Launches WLAN-Module HDG820 for 802.11. b/g/n Networks
Realtek Semiconductor to Demonstrate WLAN and IoT Solutions
Davolink Launches Smart 802.11ac-based WLAN Controller and Access Point
Guerrilla RF Unveils Family of 5GHz Ultra LNA/ Linear PA Drivers for WLAN Access Points
NETGEAR Launches NETGEAR AC1750 Smart WiFi Router
Ubiquiti Launches UniFi AC Enterprise Wi-Fi Solution
Xirrus Introduces Xtreme Density 2 (XD2) Wi-Fi 802.11ac Wave 2 AP
Xirrus Launches Cloud-Managed 802.11ac Wi-Fi Solutions
Zebra Technologies Unveils TW-522 Wireless Wallplate Access Point
AirTight Networks Introduces AirTight C-65 802.11ac Wi-Fi Access Point/Sensor
lesswire to Commence Sale of WiBear 11ac
Skyworks Solutions Launches SKY13453-385LF for Mode Switching
Lancom Unveils Highly Integrated Wireless Access Points
Moxa Launches AWK-1131A for Industrial Applications
ZyXEL Introduces Internet Access Gateways for Hospitality Environments
Motorola Solutions Launches WLAN- WiNG Express
Netgear and ZyXEL Launch WLAN Solutions
Ruckus Rolls Out vSCG- Virtualized WLAN Controller
ZyXEL Unveils NXC5500 WLAN Controller and NWA5301NJ Wall-Plate Unified Wi-Fi AP
Fortinet Launches New Products to Extend Integrated Security Platforms
Marvell Introduces 802.11ac 1x1 Wireless Combo Solution
LANCOM Unveils Free Wireless-LAN Optimization Solution
LANCOM Introduces Wireless Infrastructure Platform for Brick-and-Mortar Retail Stores
LANCOM Launches L-13xx Series of 1,300-Mbps Access Points
LANCOM Demonstrates Latest in Enterprise Networking
Wieson Introduces WM6000WD-Advanced WLAN Embedded Module
NETGEAR Expands ProSAFE Business-Class Wireless Products
Samsung Telecommunications America Expands Wireless Enterprise Portfolio
Aruba Launches Cloud-Managed Wi-Fi Solution
Microchip Launches SST11LF04 Matched WLAN FEM
WhizNets Unveils Embedded Wireless LAN Modules
connectBlue Introduces OWL355 Multiradio Module
Skyworks Unveils 5 GHz WLAN Front-End Module for Reference Designs
connectBlue Launches EAP-TLS WLAN Security Feature
UTT Technologies Introduces PoE WLAN Solution
Lantronix Launches xPico Wi-Fi Module
Aruba Networks Introduces Wave 1 802.11ac Enabled Access Points Series
Motorola Introduces Set of 802.11ac APs for Different Spaces
HP Provides Unified Wired and Wireless Solutions to Support BYOD Initiatives
Proxim Wireless Introduces ORiNOCO AP-8100 of WLAN Access Points
Black Box Rolls Out InnerWirelessHD3-WLAN
Gainspan Launches GS2000 Single Chip Solution
Proxim Launches ORiNOCO AP-8100 WLAN Access Points
Tektronix Introduces New WLAN Solutions
connectBlue Extends Frequency Channel Range of Embedded WLAN Modules
5. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY
HP Acquires Aruba Networks
Wanda Group Deploys Aruba’s WLAN Solutions
Zebra Technologies Announces New Channel Partner Program
New York City MTA and Transit Wireless Utilize Zebra Technologies WLAN Technology
Dell to Resell Wireless Networking Products of Aerohive
BCPS Selects Aerohive’s Controller-Less Networking Solution
Aerohive and Juniper Enter into Technology Alliance
Fortinet Acquires Meru Networks
CBN Internet Selects AirTight Access Points
Chico Unified and Souderton Area School Districts Deploy Smart Wi-Fi Wireless of Ruckus Wireless and Brocade
Brazilian Public Universities Select Ruckus ZoneFlex APs Wireless Connectivity
Riverside Park Selects WLAN Products of Zebra Technologies
Zebra Technologies Acquires Enterprise Business of Motorola Solutions
Qualcomm Acquires Wilocity
University of the South Deploys Aruba’s 802.11ac Solution
West Chester University Deploys Aruba 802.11ac WLAN
SVP Worldwide Selects Aruba’s Cloud Wi-Fi Solution
Wi-Fi Alliance Selects Aruba’s Wireless LAN Products
Aruba Completes Wireless LAN Projects in Hospitality
u-blox Takes Over connectBlue
Ruckus Wireless Selects TriQuint's WLAN PAs
Juniper Partners with Aruba on WLAN Technologies
Samsung Partners with Ingram Micro
Brewster Academy Deploys Aruba’s WLAN
Parkland College Installs Aruba Wireless LAN and ClearPass Access Management System
FIT Deploys Aruba’s WLAN
Hyatt Hotels Deploys Aruba’s Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure
University of Cincinnati Upgrades WLAN with Aruba Solutions
Ensign Services Selects Aruba’s Wireless LAN Infrastructure
DCDSB Upgrades WLAN with Aruba’s Enterprise-Class Solution
Gwynedd-Mercy College Installs Aruba’s WLAN
NTTBP Selects Aruba’s WLAN Solution for Wi-Fi Cloud Service
6. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
Advantech Co., Ltd. (Taiwan)
Aerohive Networks, Inc. (USA)
AirTight Networks, Inc. (USA)
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise (France)
Belkin International, Inc. (USA)
Cisco Systems, Inc. (USA)
D-Link Corporation (Taiwan)
Hewlett-Packard Company (USA)
Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. (China)
Juniper Networks, Inc. (USA)
Lancom Systems GmbH (Germany)
NETGEAR, Inc. (USA)
Proxim Wireless Corporation (USA)
Ruckus Wireless, Inc. (USA)
Telefonaktiebolaget L. M. Ericsson (Sweden)
TP-LINK Technologies Co., Ltd. (China)
u-blox AG (Switzerland)
Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. (USA)
Xirrus, Inc. (USA)
Zebra Technologies Corporation (USA)
ZTE Corporation (China)
7. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
Table 17. World Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 18. World Historic Review for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 19. World 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 20. World Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Appliances/Server/Switch by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 21. World Historic Review for WLAN Appliances/Server/Switch by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 22. World 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Appliances/Server/Switch by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 23. World Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Access Points by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 24. World Historic Review for WLAN Access Points by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 25. World 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Access Points by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
III. MARKET
1. THE UNITED STATES
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Mobile Computing Drives Demand for Wi-Fi Access Points
Educational Institutions Prioritize Wi-Fi to Stay Connected to Students
Healthcare Facilities Aim to Leverage Outdoor Wi-Fi for Improved Patient Care
Growing Popularity of City Wi-Fi Extends Opportunities for Outdoor Wi-F
Product Launches
Strategic Corporate Developments
Key Players
B. Market Analytics
Table 26. US Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 27. US Historic Review for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 28. US 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Appliances/Server/Switch and Access Points Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
2. CANADA
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Outdoor Wi-Fi Model Promises Growth for WLAN Equipment Market
B. Market Analytics
Table 29. Canadian Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 30. Canadian Historic Review for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 31. Canadian 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Appliances/Server/ Switch and Access Points Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
3. JAPAN
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Growing Focus on Outdoor Wi-Fi Model Bodes Well for Market Growth
Strategic Corporate Development
B. Market Analytics
Table 32. Japanese Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 33. Japanese Historic Review for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/ Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 34. Japanese 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Appliances/Server/ Switch and Access Points Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
4. EUROPE
A. Market Analysis
Market Overview
Table 35. European WLAN Market (2015): 802.11ac Access Points as % of Access Points Sales in Enterprise and Consumer Markets (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 36. Leading Players in the European WLAN Equipment Market (2015): Percentage Share Breakdown of Sales for Cisco, HP, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Increasing Adoption of Wi-Fi in Hospitality Sector: Potential for Growth
Cloud-Managed Wi-Fi Model Sees Growth in Europe
B. Market Analytics
Table 37. European Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 38. European Historic Review for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 39. European 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 40. European Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 41. European Historic Review for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/ Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 42. European 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Appliances/Server/ Switch and Access Points Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
4A. FRANCE
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise – A Key Player
B. Market Analytics
Table 43. French Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 44. French Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
4B. GERMANY
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Product Launches
Lancom Systems GmbH – A Key Player
B. Market Analytics
Table 45. German Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 46. German Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
4C. ITALY
Market Analysis
Table 47. Italian Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 48. Italian Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
4D. THE UNITED KINGDOM
Market Analysis
Table 49. UK Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 50. UK Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
4E. SPAIN
Market Analysis
Table 51. Spanish Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 52. Spanish Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
4F. RUSSIA
Market Analysis
Table 53. Russian Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 54. Russian Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
4G. REST OF EUROPE
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Strategic Corporate Developments
Key Players
B. Market Analytics
Table 55. Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 56. Rest of Europe Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
5. ASIA-PACIFIC
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Asia-Pacific: Rapid Growth in Store for Wi-Fi Access Points Market
B. Market Analytics
Table 57. Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - Australia, China, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 58. Asia-Pacific Historic Review for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - Australia, China, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 59. Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Australia, China, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 60. Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 61. Asia-Pacific Historic Review for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 62. Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Appliances/Server/ Switch and Access Points Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
5A. AUSTRALIA
Market Analysis
Table 63. Australian Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 64. Australian Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
5B. CHINA
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Product Launch
Key Players
B. Market Analytics
Table 65. Chinese Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 66. Chinese Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
5C. INDIA
A. Market Analysis
Market Overview
Table 67. Leading Vendors in Indian WLAN Market (2014): Percentage Share Breakdown of Revenues for Cisco, D-Link, Netgear, Ruckus, TP-Link, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Product Launch
B. Market Analytics
Table 68. Indian Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 69. Indian Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
5D. SOUTH KOREA
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Strategic Corporate Developments
B. Market Analytics
Table 70. South Korean Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 71. South Korean Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
5E. REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Product Launches
Strategic Corporate Development
Key Players
B. Market Analytics
Table 72. Rest of Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 73. Rest of Asia-Pacific Historic Review for WLAN Equipment Market Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
6. LATIN AMERICA
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Strategic Corporate Development
B. Market Analytics
Table 74. Latin American Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - Brazil and Rest of Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 75. Latin American Historic Review for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - Brazil and Rest of Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 76. Latin American 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Equipment by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Brazil and Rest of Latin America Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 77. Latin American Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 78. Latin American Historic Review for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/ Server/ Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 79. Latin American 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Appliances/Server/ Switch and Access Points Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
7. REST OF WORLD
A. Market Analysis
Current and Future Analysis
Strategic Corporate Developments
B. Market Analytics
Table 80. Rest of World Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/Server/Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2014 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 81. Rest of World Historic Review for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Appliances/ Server/Switch and Access Points Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenue Figures in US$ Thousand for Years 2007 through 2013 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 82. Rest of World 14-Year Perspective for WLAN Equipment by Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Appliances/Server/ Switch and Access Points Markets for Years 2007, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Total Companies Profiled: 84 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 90)
The United States (51)
Japan (1)
Europe (8)
France (1)
Germany (4)
Rest of Europe (3)
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (29)
Latin America (1)