Ruijie Supports ITU Digital Skills Forum in Bahrain --- Ruijie OCE Network Authentication Solution
Background
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Digital Skills Forum, hosted by Bahrain's Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA), took place from September 17 to 19, 2024. As a key event for advancing global digital skills development, the forum required a high-performance and secure network infrastructure to meet the needs of its participants and ensure a seamless experience.
Ruijie has supplied a robust switching and WLAN infrastructure for the event, ensuring a sustainable network through advanced core and access layer switching technologies, coupled with an exceptional wireless experience, helping to foster the global development and adoption of digital skills.
Challenges and Requirements
To meet the demands of the ITU Digital Skills Forum, the network infrastructure had to overcome several challenges:
High concurrent user access: Deploy a high-performance wireless infrastructure with portal authentication, supporting 2,000 concurrent terminals.
Network reliability: Implement a robust switching infrastructure with full mesh redundancy to ensure network reliability.
Wide coverage: Providing optimal wireless signal strength coverage for the 4,780-square-meter venue.
Ruijie’s Solution
Ruijie designed and deployed a robust network infrastructure that met and exceeded these requirements, ensuring seamless connectivity and optimal performance for the duration of the forum. The solution included:
Core Switches:
• 2 × RG-CS86-20XS4VS2QXS-D: Support critical network functions with robust core-layer switching with high-performance throughput and scalability.
Distribution / Access Switches:
• 2 × RG-CS83-24GT4XS: Ensure high availability and reliable internet connectivity through redundant switching, delivering seamless network performance.
• 2 × RG-CS83-48GT4XS-PD: Facilitate stable and efficient endpoint connectivity at the access layer, ensuring reliable connections for multiple devices.
Wireless Solutions:
• 18 × RG-AP880-L Access Points: Offers high-performance wireless coverage, designed for large-scale environments, delivering excellent signal strength and stable connectivity for multiple concurrent users.
• 2 × RG-WS6512-L Wireless Controllers: Centrally manage and optimize wireless networks, enabling seamless connectivity and efficient Wi-Fi management.
Software:
• RG-OCE Identity Manager: Provides secure account portal authentication, enhancing network access control with advanced security and user management.
The Results
RG-OCE Identity Manager supported secure portal authentication of 2,000 concurrent terminals.
Scalable Backbone: Enhanced data flow and scalability through RG-CS86-20XS4VS2QXS-D Core Switches.
Reliable Access: Ensured stable connections for endpoint devices with RG-CS83-48GT4XS-PD Access Switches.
Strong Coverage: Provided excellent wireless signal strength for concurrent users using RG-AP880-L Access Points.
Customer Feedback
The event organizers expressed high satisfaction with the performance and stability of Ruijie switches and wireless solutions. The easy and clear authentication interface of Ruijie OCE has left a deep impression on them.
Notably, the IT Director of the Bahrain Telecommunications Regulatory Authority stated,
"I had never heard of Ruijie before, but now I trust the product."
With this successful deployment, Ruijie is now being considered for future projects and events, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for delivering reliable network solutions.
Conclusion
Ruijie’s involvement in the ITU Digital Skills Forum showcases its dedication to enabling digital transformation through cutting-edge network solutions. By addressing complex challenges with precision and innovation, Ruijie is empowering global digital skill development and building strong relationships with its partners.
Whether supporting large-scale events or driving digital transformation for enterprises, Ruijie is committed to delivering world-class network solutions that inspire trust and deliver results.
