Analysis of a Wi-Fi 6 Wireless Network Managed with SDN: LABOMEDICA Case Study

Abstract

This article is the final product of the thesis on the topic "Analysis of a Wireless Network Using the Wi-Fi 6 Standard Managed with SDN: A LABOMEDICA Case Study." The company faces serious challenges with its current Wi-Fi network, including congestion in high-density areas and complex infrastructure management, which prevents it from offering services that improve the customer experience. This situation underscores the critical need for technological modernization that not only solves current problems but also prepares the organization for future demands. To address this, a wireless network design is proposed that integrates two cutting-edge technologies: Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) and Software-Defined Networking (SDN), using the Ruijie Networks platform. Wi-Fi 6 optimizes performance in high-concurrency environments, while SDN centralizes and automates management, dramatically simplifying network operation. The main objective of this work is to provide a comprehensive and validated network design that serves as a roadmap for Labomédica's technological upgrade. This design ranges from a coverage study for optimal access point placement to the specific selection of Ruijie equipment and the logical network configuration. Additionally, the implementation of advanced services is planned, such as a captive guest portal that not only improves the customer experience but also serves as a marketing tool. The proposal concludes with a feasibility analysis that demonstrates the technical, operational, and economic viability of the project, consolidating it as a strategic and scalable solution for the organization.