WiFi 7 access points (APs) are now available with 10G (gigabit) wired connections. Some even have two 10G ports to give you an aggregated 20G if you have two Cat6a feeds.
Unlike Cat6, a Cat6a cable channel of 100 metres will support 10G.
The bandwidth feeding an AP is divided amongst the users of the AP, so to give each user a fast connection, it’s important to have the fastest possible link from the AP back to the core of the network. This can is vital where there’s a high density of users, such as offices, schools and venues or where 4k video is streamed.
Also, because of its thicker gauge, Cat6a is more able to support the higher power PoE required by more powerful APs.
Future WiFi standards will also need the bandwidth of Cat6a cabling.
Lynx Networks recommends you have at least one Cat6a cabling installed to each AP; two if your budget permits.
