Ruckus IoT Basic Subscription for BLE Beacons
The Ruckus IoT Basic Subscription provides essential capabilities for managing Bluetooth Low Energy beacons, enhancing location awareness and asset visibility within your organization.
- Extended Support: Access to Ruckus Partner Watchdog Support for proactive issue resolution and system stability.
- Core IoT Functionality: Enables basic Bluetooth Low Energy beacon management for location services and asset tracking.
- Subscription Term: Provides continuous access to platform features and support throughout the licensed period.
- Platform Integration: Designed to work with Ruckus IoT controllers and access points for unified network management.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Ruckus IoT Basic Subscription unlocks foundational capabilities for businesses looking to implement Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacon technology. It provides the necessary licensing to integrate and manage BLE beacons, enabling features such as real-time location services, asset tracking, and proximity-based applications within your network infrastructure.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations, this subscription fits into environments that already utilize Ruckus wireless infrastructure. It allows for the expansion of network services to include IoT-specific use cases without requiring a complete overhaul of existing hardware.
- BLE Beacon Management: Enables the deployment and monitoring of Bluetooth Low Energy beacons.
- Location Services: Supports the foundation for real-time location tracking of assets and personnel.
- Asset Visibility: Improves tracking and management of valuable equipment and inventory.
- Partner Watchdog Support: Includes dedicated support from Ruckus partners for issue resolution.
- Subscription-Based: Offers predictable operational expenses with a recurring license fee.
Empower your business with essential IoT capabilities, providing enhanced visibility and operational efficiency through Ruckus's reliable platform.
What This Enables
Enable Real-Time Asset Tracking
Enable teams to monitor the location of critical assets in real-time across facilities. Streamline inventory management and reduce time spent searching for misplaced equipment.
on-premises network infrastructure, wireless network management, IoT device integration, asset management systems
Improve Operational Efficiency
Automate the tracking of high-value equipment or mobile personnel within a defined operational area. Streamline workflows by providing accurate location data for operational decision-making.
facility management, logistics operations, healthcare environments, manufacturing floors
Support Proximity-Based Services
Facilitate the delivery of location-aware services to staff or visitors within specific zones. Automate responses or information delivery based on proximity to beacons.
public spaces, event venues, educational campuses, retail environments
Key Features
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Beacon Support
Allows for the integration and management of BLE beacons to enable location-based services and asset tracking.
Partner Watchdog Support
Provides access to technical assistance and proactive monitoring from Ruckus partners to ensure system stability.
Subscription Licensing
Offers a predictable cost model for accessing IoT platform features and ongoing support.
Integration with Ruckus Network
Works seamlessly with existing Ruckus access points and controllers for unified network management.
Basic IoT Capabilities
Unlocks foundational features for businesses starting with IoT deployments without requiring enterprise-level complexity.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Enables tracking of tools, equipment, and inventory within factory floors or warehouses to optimize production and logistics.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Supports the tracking of medical equipment and patient flow within hospitals and clinics to improve efficiency and patient care.
Retail & Hospitality
Facilitates location-based services for customers or tracking of assets like POS systems and inventory within retail spaces or hotels.
Education & Research
Allows for the tracking of valuable lab equipment, IT assets, or managing access within campus environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ruckus IoT Basic Subscription?
It is a software license that enables basic functionality for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacons within a Ruckus network environment. It includes partner support for operational continuity.
What kind of hardware does this subscription apply to?
This subscription applies to Ruckus IoT-enabled access points and controllers that are configured to manage BLE beacons. It is a software license, not tied to specific beacon hardware.
What is Partner Watchdog Support?
Partner Watchdog Support is a service level that provides technical assistance and monitoring through Ruckus's authorized partners, ensuring issues are addressed promptly.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.