Enhanced UI, Latest Firmware Support, and Improved Navigation Make the Industry’s Leading Guide Ruckus 101 Even More Accessible
Blackwire Designs, a leading distributor in the custom installation and Pro AV markets, today announced significant updates to its widely acclaimed Ruckus 101 training guide. The newly updated guide for configuring Ruckus networks, recognized as the most downloaded and utilized resource both inside and outside the AV industry, now features a refreshed user interface (UI), full support for the latest Ruckus firmware, and a user-friendly design for simpler access and navigation.
“The Blackwire Ruckus 101 has been the longstanding go-to resource for integrators seeking best practices for both deploying and managing Ruckus networking solutions, and the newest iteration compounds previous success with a completely redesigned UI for enhanced ease of use,” said Cody Crossland, VP of sales and customer service at Blackwire Designs. “It has a new look and feel for easier navigation, offering a user-friendly resource for users of all skill levels.”
The latest version of Ruckus 101 features an updated UI that provides improved readability, simplified navigation, and a more intuitive experience for integrators. Its optimized design allows for swifter movement across each section, while embedded visuals and screenshots are integrated throughout the guide to illustrate each step and further enhance the users’ understanding. Additionally, the guide includes troubleshooting tips and highlights common difficulties to aid users in avoiding potential issues.
Another critical enhancement is the addition of guidance for multiple interface versions, ensuring comprehensive support for a wider range of Ruckus deployments. This updated version accounts for both Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 6, and Wi-Fi 7 product lines, reflecting current growth in wireless technology. The new structure of Ruckus 101 allows updates and new features to be added more quickly, ensuring the guide stays current as Ruckus releases change.
As part of Blackwire’s efforts to streamline navigation, clear and concise section labels have been appointed based on experience level — catering to beginners, intermediate users, and experts alike. New users will enjoy the step-by-step walkthroughs for their level of proficiency, while advanced users can take advantage of shortcuts to quickly find specific answers. These improvements help encourage integrators in saving valuable time, decreasing errors, and streamlining their Ruckus Unleashed deployments.
Each time a new Ruckus update is released, Blackwire’s team tests it thoroughly prior to updating the guide. This meticulous process ensures that the resource reflects new interface changes accurately as well as new features, and any potential issues that integrators may encounter in the field. Blackwire’s approach aims to address potential questions and challenges before they can materialize into problems on the jobsite.
“The newly updated Ruckus 101 offers numerous benefits for professionals working with Ruckus networks,” continued Crossland. “By providing crystal-clear guidance and best practices, the guide saves costly time on installs, allowing for fewer mistakes and quicker provisioning. The efficiency gained through the resource directly contributes to reduced labor and helps prevent project delays, ensuring standardization across all installations — regardless of the individual technician’s experience level.”
Ruckus 101 is a free resource for the industry, underscoring Blackwire’s commitment to empowering integrators with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed. More information about Blackwire is available at blackwiredesigns.com.
