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Ruckus UNLEASHED R850 dual-band Wi-Fi 6 indoor access point

Ruckus Networks Unleashed R850 802.11ax Access Point | Wi-Fi 6 Enterprise

Ruckus Networks|

MPN: 9U1-R850-US00

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Key Features

  • Up to 5948 Mb/s combined PHY rate
  • Dual-Radio design
  • 8x8:8 SU-MIMO and MU-MIMO radio chains and streams
  • Supports up to 1024 concurrent clients
  • Managed by RUCKUS Cloud™ | RUCKUS SmartZone | RUCKUS ZoneDirector | Standalone
  • 1 x 1 / 2.5 / 5 GbE | 1 x 1 GbE Ethernet connectivity
  • Support dense client environments with dual-band 802.11abgn/ac/ax wireless
  • Improve airtime efficiency using 8x8:8 radio architecture
Keep high-traffic environments responsive when every device matters. The RUCKUS UNLEASHED R850 is built for enterprise indoor deployments that need strong capacity, predictable coverage, and straightforward management. With dual-band 802.11abgn/ac/ax support and an 8x8:8 radio design, it is suited to spaces where client density, airtime contention, and roaming behavior can quickly expose weaker access points. Unleashed deployment reduces operational overhead while preserving the control IT teams expect from Ruckus. That makes the R850 a practical fit for organizations that want advanced wireless performance without introducing a dedicated controller into every site. It is a strong choice for conference centers, education environments, healthcare facilities, and office floors where consistent connectivity supports daily operations. This model is positioned for buyers who need more than basic coverage. The R850 is designed to handle demanding wireless environments with the radio capacity and platform maturity associated with premium enterprise access points. For teams standardizing on Ruckus, it offers a clear path to higher-density service and simpler day-to-day administration.

Ideal For

  • Deploy in conference centers where many users connect at once
  • Use in office floors that need stable Wi-Fi 6 coverage
  • Install in education buildings with mixed device populations
  • Support healthcare waiting areas and shared clinical spaces

Why This Product

  • 1Higher-capacity 8x8:8 radio design versus entry-level APs
  • 2Unleashed management reduces controller dependency
  • 3Wi-Fi 6 support improves performance in dense environments
  • 4Built for enterprise indoor deployments, not basic home coverage

General Specifications

USBUSB 2.0
PD-MRCYes
BeamFlexYes
SmartMeshYes
ChannelFlyYes
Venue TypeHospitality | Public Venue | Transportation
IoT SupportIoT Onboard
Antenna GainUp to 2 dBi
Ethernet Ports1 x 1 / 2.5 / 5 GbE | 1 x 1 GbE
Venue Sub-TypeConvention Floor | Lecture Hall | Transit Stations | Venue Common Spaces
Concurrent Users1024
Number Of RadiosDual-Radio
Wi-Fi GenerationWi-Fi 6
Controller SupportRUCKUS Cloud™ | RUCKUS SmartZone | RUCKUS ZoneDirector | Standalone
Combined Max PHY Rate5948 Mb/s
Wi-Fi Bands Supported2.4 GHz | 5 GHz
Rx Sensitivity At 5 GHz-91 dBm
Radio Chains And Streams8x8:8 SU-MIMO and MU-MIMO
Wi-Fi Interface StandardIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Rx Sensitivity At 2.4 GHz-91 dBm
Antenna Patterns, Per Band4000+
PHY Rate At 5 GHz, Maximum4800 Mb/s
PHY Rate At 2.4 GHz, Maximum1148 Mb/s

Product Classification

Product TypeIndoor access point
Product BrandRUCKUS®
Regional AvailabilityAsia | Australia/New Zealand | EMEA | Latin America | North America

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Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature0 °C to +50 °C (+32 °F to +122 °F)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of environments is the R850 designed for?▾

It is suited to high-density indoor spaces such as offices, conference areas, education facilities, and healthcare environments.

Does this access point support Wi-Fi 6?▾

Yes. It supports 802.11ax, which is Wi-Fi 6, along with earlier 802.11abgn/ac standards.

Is a wireless controller required?▾

No. This model uses Ruckus Unleashed management, which is designed to reduce controller dependency.

Why choose the R850 over a lower-tier access point?▾

Its 8x8:8 radio architecture and enterprise feature set are better suited to dense client environments and sustained wireless demand.