LG Uplus announced on May 31 that it will fully transition its corporate wireless network to the next-generation communication standard, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), while also restructuring its authentication methods and network architecture.
Wi-Fi 7 offers theoretical speeds up to 4.8 times faster than its predecessor, Wi-Fi 6/6E, along with ultra-low latency. To enhance the wireless environment at its main office, which experiences high traffic, LG Uplus has adopted key technologies from Wi-Fi 7.
The company has implemented a "320MHz ultra-wideband channel," doubling the previous data transmission bandwidth of 160MHz. This expansion allows for seamless connectivity even in crowded environments where many users are accessing the network simultaneously. Additionally, LG Uplus has introduced multi-frequency simultaneous connection technology and the "4K-QAM" technology, which improves transmission efficiency by over 20%. This upgrade aims to stabilize video conferencing and cloud-based virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) to wired LAN standards.
A new "Unified IP System" has been established, integrating the wireless authentication framework with an automatic IP allocation system (DHCP). Previously, wireless networks were separated by office locations, requiring re-authentication each time employees moved between buildings. Now, employees can transition between locations such as Yongsan, Magok, and Sangam without interruption, maintaining a consistent network environment.
The introduction of a "certificate-based automatic connection system" eliminates cumbersome login procedures, enhancing user convenience. Furthermore, a new "guest-only wireless network" has been created to improve collaboration with external partners while enhancing security.
To maximize wireless scalability and management efficiency, LG Uplus designed this infrastructure based on a central data center. The system will first be applied to major offices this year, with plans to gradually expand the Wi-Fi 7 environment to regional branches and business sites nationwide.
Kwak Hyo-shin, head of the architecture lab at LG Uplus, stated, "The transition to Wi-Fi 7 is not just about speed improvement; it represents a complete transformation of our corporate infrastructure to a wireless-centric model. We will continue to enhance our network competitiveness, optimized for AI and cloud-based work environments."
* This article has been translated by AI.
Copyright ⓒ Aju Press All rights reserved.