RUCKCast
RUCKUS Networks brings you interesting topics with a wide range of guests to sit down and discuss all things that make up the product portfolio. We'll discuss topics including products from our portfolio, Wi-Fi, routing and switching and more! We can't wait to share with you what our teams are up to.
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Episodes
135 episodes
RUCKCast #118 - WLPC Prague 2025
https://thewlpc.com for all things WLPCThis episode of the RUCKCast explores the upcoming WLPC conference in Prague, scheduled for October. The discussion focuses on why this event has become essential for wireless professionals and netw...
RUCKCast #117 - Doing More with Less
This episode explores a controversial topic: how network designers often over-engineer Wi-Fi systems due to their unique perspective on network planning.Unlike sales-focused approaches that may emphasize more equipment, designers sometim...
RUCKCast #116 - Hamina Reporting
This week's RUCKCast dives into Hamina Wireless's online reporting feature—a revolutionary upgrade from traditional PDF reports. This new feature transforms how you examine and understand your proposed network's performance within your facility...
RUCKCast #115 - Introduction to RMN
Join Jim Palmer as he sits down with Jim Doherty and Jerry Patton to learn about RUCKUS Managed Networks, a comprehensive solution designed to simplify network management for organizations of all sizes. In this episode, the team explores how RU...
RUCKCast #114 - Rule Breakers!
In this episode, we dive into the unspoken rules of networking—those best practices, standards, and protocols that guide how we build and manage networks. But what happens when sticking to the rules just doesn’t cut it? Jim sits down with Aaron...
RUCKCast #113 - Expert is a loaded word
In this episode of the RUCKCast, we delve into why the term "expert" can be a loaded word in the Wi-Fi industry, particularly given the variability of RF environments. We discuss the challenges professionals face in mastering the ever-changing ...
RUCKCast #112 - The Double-Edged Sword of Connectivity
In this episode, we explore the paradox of Wi-Fi's adaptability in diverse RF environments. While designed to function in a wide range of conditions, this flexibility often results in suboptimal performance. We discuss how Wi-Fi's ability to ad...
RUCKCast #111 - Season 5 Preview
After a year of hiatus, the RUCKCast is back! Albeit with one less person to keep Jim in line (still unsure if that is good or bad, only time will tell), the RUCKCast is back in action!In this episode, Jim gives a quick update of what ha...
RUCKCast #110: Building Exciting WiFi Communities With Ferney Munoz!
In the 110th edition of the RUCKCast, Jim is joined by best-dressed WiFi celebrity Ferney Munoz, to discuss building WiFi communities and the upcoming WLPC in Valencia, Spain!Ferney's email: ferney75@gmail.comThe important website: ...
RUCKCast #109: Taking 2 New Dogs For A Walk: Meet The T670 & R670!
In our latest episode, Jim and John get to take not one, but two new dogs for a walk around the block. And by dogs, we mean two brand new and awesome WiFi 7 models. Tune in as our hosts take a peek at our newest outdoor and indoor 6GHz capable ...
RUCKCast #108: It's Not Always About The Speed
In our latest edition to the "10 Things We Think You Should Know" series, Jim and John get into a hot topic: speed. How important is fast WiFi? Or is it not always about the speed? Find out how they feel about how much speed does-or does not-ma...
RUCKCast #107: Breaking Down Beamflex+
In this week's episodes, Jim and John take a question from their day to day and use it as inspiration for this conversation. If you've ever wondered what makes Beamflex and RUCKUS APs so special, here's a chance to learn a bit more. And no, Bea...
RUCKCast #106: Wonders Of Wi-Fi Security
In our latest, Jim and John get into the 7th part of the "10 things" series. This week, they take us through what security we need to know about relative to our Wi-Fi networks and those clients that occupy them.
RUCKCast #105: Let's Talk About 6..GHz!
In our latest chat, Jim and John discuss Mr. Palmer's trip to the RUCKUS Labs, and dive more into the wonderful world of 6GHz WiFi.
RUCKCast #104: In WiFi, Trust But Verify!
Jim and John are back for our latest edition of the 10 things they thing people should know about WiFi. In the current episode, the mutts talk about the importance of trusting but also verifying as it pertains to your wireless network deploymen...
RUCKCast #103: The Dirty Secrets Of Residential WiFi
As a bit of a tangent from our most recent show on defaults, Jim and John dive into the dirty secrets of residential WiFi, and why some of those defaults are why they are. More important, the guys may even offer a tip or two on how to make your...
RUCKCast #102: Beware Of Those Defaults
In the latest part in the "10 Things You Should Know" series, Jim and John dive into the wonderful world of WiFi defaults. Some are good, some are bad, and some just are. It depends, right? It's important to understand why you want to change wh...
RUCKCast #101: Lets Talk About PSD!
On our 101st RUCKCast, Jim and John take a bit of a dive into the wonderful world of power spectral density, or PSD. If you aren't familiar with this (or even if you are) now is a great chance to listen in on some information that should serve ...
RUCKCast #100: Devil Is In The Design Details
It's our 100th official RUCKCast...which is kind of cool. And this time, after a bit of a hiatus, the 10 things series returns! This time, Jim and John dive into the importance of good WiFi design. The devil truly is in the design details on th...
RUCKCast #99: Life After Conferences...Or...The "C's" Have It
The boys are back for a fresh new show after a big conference disruption. Following time at WLPC for both, and then MWC for Jim, they are back together to discuss some highlights of both events, as well as the OTHER thing with C in it...because...
RUCKCast #98: No Longer Live At WLPC 2024
In our latest show, we are giving you a re-broadcast of when Jim and John went live at WLPC 2024.Yes, really.The pair took a big risk, and for the most part (minus one glitch) it worked. For those who attempted to listen to the ...
RUCKCast #97: Kicking Off At WLPC 2024
For the first time in over a year, Jim and John are together again, in person and recording another RUCKCast, live at WLPC 2024 in Phoenix.The guys nearly burned the midnight oil to get this one done, talking about the event so far, and...
RUCKCast #96: The Importance Of Understanding Requirements
In the 3rd installment of the "need to know about WiFi" series, Jim and John dive into the idea of understanding your requirements.As in, what do you need to deliver. What is the client asking for. What types of client devices are invol...
RUCKCast #95: Meet Our WLPC Pack
We intend to raise a RUCKUS at WLPC 2024 later in February, but Jim and John will not be doing it alone.Joining them this year will be Dayne Conner, Sean Hogston and Chris Ross. On this episode, the pack sits down to spend ...
RUCKCast #94: More Is Not Always Better
The 10 Things series continues, back for it's second thing we think you ought to know.This time, Jim and John do their best to convince you that as much as we all want more...in WiFi, more is not always better. In fact, sometimes, when ...