What is WiFi4EU?
The European Commission has launched the WiFi4EU initiative to finance wireless network projects in public spaces.
The initiative of the European Commission Wifi4EU has already awarded almost 8,000 bonuses of € 15,000. Meraki has a very interesting proposal.
Discover the best solutions that meet the requirements of WiFi4EU.
Who can apply?
The WiFi4EU initiative is open to public entities within the European Union, including Norway and Iceland
What is the amount?
The total program budget is € 120M until mid-2020. Each beneficiary will receive a bonus of € 15,000.
When will the registry open?
Registration is now open in the WiFi4EU portal . The next application is expected in mid-2020.
What is the process?
The application is done online in the WiFi4EU portal . Once it has been approved, the beneficiary will receive a voucher to cover the costs of the infrastructure and installation.
What costs do they include and which do not?
| Cost | WiFi4EU |
|---|---|
| Wireless equipment | ✓ |
| Installation | ✓ |
| Operations and maintenance of wireless equipment for at least 3 years. | ✗ |
| Internet connectivity | ✗ |
A wireless network architecture that meets your requirements
Connectivity to its citizens
- Provide free internet connection
- Connect anyone with any device
- Improve the satisfaction of its citizens
Get to know your citizens better
Use location analytics to:
- Understand how your buildings are used
- Reduce queues
- Plan new buildings and / or services
Interact with your citizens
- Offer access to public services
- Share tourist information
- Create new applications or services
Security to its citizens
- Detect and mitigate any threat
- Avoid fraudulent use
On-prem solutions for WiFi4EU
Cisco Aironet 1815
General purpose Wi-Fi
- 802.11ac Wave 2
- 2x2 MU-MIMO, 2 spatial sequences
- Flexible deployment with Mobility Express
Cisco Aironet 2800
Wi-Fi for high density
- 802.11ac Wave 2
- x4 MU-MIMO, 3 spatial sequences
- Flexible Radio Assignment (FRA)
Cisco Aironet 1540
General Purpose Outdoor Wi-Fi
- 802.11ac Wave 2
- 2x2 MU-MIMO, 2 spatial sequences
- Flexible deployment with Mobility Express and mesh networks
Cisco Aironet 1560
Wi-Fi for high density outdoors
- 802.11ac Wave 2
- 3x3 MU-MIMO, 3 spatial sequences
- Flexible deployment with Mobility Express and mesh networks
Cloud solutions for WiFi4EU
Meraki MR42
General purpose Wi-Fi
- 802.11ac Wave 2
- 3x3 MU-MIMO, 3 spatial sequences
- Recommended for general purpose
Meraki MR33
General purpose Wi-Fi
- 802.11ac Wave 2
- 2x2 MU-MIMO, 2 spatial sequences
- Recommended for general purpose with low density
Meraki MR74
General Purpose Outdoor Wi-Fi
- 802.11ac Wave 2
- 2x2 MU-MIMO, 2 spatial sequences
- Recommended for better coverage and flexibility
Meraki MR70
Outdoor general purpose Wi-Fi
- 802.11ac Wave 2
- 2x2 MU-MIMO, 2 spatial sequences
- Integrated omnidirectional antenna
- Recommended for low density outdoors
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