The case study highlights the successful deployment of a robust wired and wireless network infrastructure at the Congresium International Convention & Exhibition Centre in Ankara, Turkey, facilitated by 4ipnet's local partner, Ipeknet. The network supported over 3,000 concurrent users during events, including the UNCCD COP12, emphasizing high-performance Wi-Fi, secure user authentication, and effective management solutions. As a result, the venue was able to meet the demands for reliable internet access without any connectivity issues, garnering satisfaction from both event organizers and attendees.

1. CASE STUDY
ENTERPRISE
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OVERVIEW
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REQUIREMENTS
Congresium International Convention &
Exhibition Centre is one of the greatest
exhibition centers in Ankara, Turkey, hosting
numerous large events throughout the year.
4ipnet's local partner Ipeknet (http://www.
ipeknet.com.tr) was responsible for the
deployment of the wired and wireless network
infrastructure, and for the development of a
special authentication method and computer
center solution.
• Smooth operation under high-density user
environment
• High performance Wi-Fi connections
supporting many webcast requests
• Guest authentication on mutually-used
workstations at Computer Center
• Special authentication methods for guests
and staff
• Detailed logging to meet local legal
requirements
• Segregated virtual networks between
general usage and special events
• AP optimization features to ensure quality
wireless performance
• Centralized management to reduce the
workload for IT department
EXTENDED & RELIABLE WI-FI AT
CONGRESIUM INTERNATIONAL
CONVENTION & EXHIBITION
CENTRE
Congresium International Convention & Exhibition Centre is a leading exhibition center
in Ankara, Turkey, with top-level facilities and an expansive area of 80,000 m² that can be
customized to fulfill the needs of all kinds of events. A notable event it hosted was the
United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification’s Twelfth Session of the Conference
of the Parties (UNCCD COP12), held from October 12-23, 2015.
Decision-makers and participants from 195 member states attended the COP12 to discuss
climate change issues and their solutions. During the conference, Internet access was a
primary demand for the guests. However, for Congresium, providing wireless coverage to
service more than 3,000 concurrent users across the different areas of the vast premise
was not an easy task.
Coverage and high user density were the most primary concerns, as there could
not be any Wi-Fi dead spots. Also, given the high number of users and devices
during the event, the APs needed to be well-managed with advanced features that
prevented overloading. Furthermore, an end-to-end solution with a secure user
authentication method was essential, as unauthorized access could potentially
cause leaks of confidential information. Finally, segregated virtual networks for
different usage scenarios were also required to add another layer of security. To
address these challenges, Congresium turned to 4ipnet’s local partner, Ipeknet.
Ipeknet’s technical expertise convinced Congresium that a centralized AP and user
management was essential for successful WLAN operation. Ipeknet proposed 4ipnet’s
WHG711 wireless LAN controller (and an additional unit for high availability), EAP767 and
EAP757 concurrent dual-band access points, and SW1008 unified access switches. Ipeknet
completed the deployment in time, and also provided IT support during the conference.
Advanced AP management features on the WHG711 such as automatic AP discovery
and provisioning, bulk AP configuration, and real-time status notifications simplified the
deployment process. Users were also able to roam seamlessly between different APs
without losing connectivity. Furthermore, load balancing prevented individual APs from being
overly congested. With these functions, the Wi-Fi network was able to service thousands
of simultaneous concurrent users, and the risk of potential downtime was reduced.

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“SOLUTION
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The following were deployed in the
Congresium Convention & Exhibition Centre:
• WHG711 Wireless LAN Controller-
Gateway
• SW1024 Unified Access Switch
• EAP767 Indoor Access Points
• EAP757 Indoor Access Points
BENEFITS
• Browser-based user authentication
supporting all types of mobile devices
• Reduced deployment time with automatic
AP discovery and bulk configuration
• Role-based policies to allocate bandwidth
and firewall rules for each user
• Management of the number of devices to
be connected with each user account
• Detailed device browsing history, logs, and
network traffic analysis
In addition to stable Wi-Fi connectivity, 4ipnet’s authentication solution also allowed the
conference center to provide flexible and secure browser-based user authentication.
After being authenticated on the network, each user could then be applied with schedule-
based QoS, firewall, and routing profile according to their role. As a result, network
administrators were able to prevent individual users from consuming the entire network
bandwidth, ensuring that all users would receive an acceptable connection quality. Detailed
user-browsing history logs were also stored to meet local government requirements.
The COP12 was a success, and it was proudly observed that the 3000 clients connected to
Wi-Fi without any problem. As a result, both Congresium and the UN authorities were very
pleased with the performance and services provided by 4ipnet and Ipeknet.
Congresium International Convention & Exhibition Centre is a perfect example of how a
public venue can successfully deploy a large-scale Wi-Fi network using 4ipnet’s solution.
With high performance APs and comprehensive user and AP management features, the
venue reaffirms its commitment to providing advanced facilities and services to business
professionals worldwide.