Meraki Blocks Use of UNII-3/'>3 Channels in the UK: Anhui Rencheng Technology Co., Ltd. Responds
Anhui Rencheng Technology Co., Ltd., a leading supplier of pharmaceutical intermediates and plant extracts, has recently received complaints from its UK customers regarding the use of UNII-3 channels on Meraki wireless access points. According to the customers, Meraki has blocked the use of UNII-3 channels, even though they are allowed for use by the UK regulatory authority Ofcom. This has resulted in poor network performance and reduced coverage in certain areas.
Meraki, a Cisco company, offers cloud-managed wireless access points, switches, and security appliances for small and medium businesses. The company provides a range of channels for its wireless access points, including channels in the UNII bands, which are used for high-speed data transmissions. UNII stands for Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure, and is designated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the US and Ofcom in the UK for unlicensed use.
UNII bands are divided into three sub-bands, UNII-1, UNII-2, and UNII-3, with different frequencies and power levels. While all three sub-bands are allowed for use in the US, only UNII-1 and UNII-2 are allowed for use in the UK. However, Ofcom allows the use of UNII-3 channels for indoor use, subject to certain conditions, such as low power and frequency hopping, to avoid interference with other devices in the band.
According to the customers of Anhui Rencheng Technology Co., Ltd., who use Meraki wireless access points, the company has blocked the use of UNII-3 channels on its devices, even though they are allowed for use by Ofcom. This has resulted in poor network performance, reduced coverage in certain areas, and increased interference from neighboring networks.
This is not the first time that Meraki has blocked the use of certain channels, even though they are allowed for use. In 2018, the company blocked the use of DFS channels, which are used for radar detection and avoidance, on its wireless access points in the US, even though they are allowed for use by the FCC. This caused significant disruptions to users, who had to manually configure their devices to use non-DFS channels.
Anhui Rencheng Technology Co., Ltd. has responded to the issue by advising its customers to open a case with Meraki and Ofcom, and to switch to other wireless access points that support UNII-3 channels. The company has emphasized the importance of compliance with regulatory requirements, and of using high-quality products that meet industry standards.
Anhui Rencheng Technology Co., Ltd. was established in 2015 as a first-level high-tech enterprise, specializing in the field of chemical industry. The company has distinguished itself by offering a wide range of high-quality products, including pharmaceutical intermediates, plant extracts, and other specialty chemicals. Anhui Rencheng Technology Co., Ltd. has a strong commitment to quality, safety, and environmental responsibility, and is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of its customers.
In conclusion, the blocking of UNII-3 channels by Meraki on its wireless access points in the UK has caused significant disruptions to users, and has raised concerns about compliance with regulatory requirements. Anhui Rencheng Technology Co., Ltd. has advised its customers to seek resolution with Meraki and Ofcom, and has emphasized the importance of using high-quality products that meet industry standards. This issue highlights the ongoing challenges faced by businesses in deploying wireless networks that comply with regulatory requirements and meet the needs of their users.