Introducing Wi-Fi 7 for enterprise connectivity

2025-09-29T21:00:27.843Z

<div>Starting with the September 2025 Windows preview non-security update, a significant leap forward in wireless networking reaches Windows 11, version 24H2 and later. Windows 11 has already supported Wi-Fi 7 for consumer access points since 2024. Now, your organization can also benefit from better speed, high throughput, improved reliability, and enhanced security for modern enterprise environments that support Wi-Fi 7 enterprise access points.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><b>When will this happen:</b>&nbsp;</div><div>Wi-Fi 7 is generally available to enterprises starting with the September 2025 Windows preview non-security update.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><b>How this will affect your organization:</b>&nbsp;</div><div>Wi-Fi 7 for enterprise is designed to address evolving security needs while helping support reliable connectivity in high-density, high-throughput scenarios. Here’s what helps make Wi-Fi 7 a game-changer for enterprises:&nbsp;</div><ul><li>Required WPA3-Enterprise authentication&nbsp;</li><li>Seamless roaming and enterprise-specific enhancements&nbsp;</li><li>Performance benefits&nbsp;</li></ul><div><br></div><div><b>What you need to do to prepare:</b>&nbsp;</div><div>To begin taking advantage of Wi-Fi 7 in your organization, review the following prerequisites:&nbsp;</div><ul><li><b>Wi-Fi 7-capable Windows release:</b> Devices must be on Windows 11, version 24H2 or later, updated with the September 2025 preview non-security update or later.&nbsp;</li><li><b>Wi-Fi 7-capable Windows enterprise laptops</b>: Devices must be equipped with Wi-Fi 7-capable chipsets.&nbsp;</li><li><b>Certified Windows Wi-Fi 7 driver support</b>: Update enterprise Wi-Fi drivers and validate them for Wi-Fi 7 enterprise functionality in Windows. Wi-Fi 7 drivers will be available soon through your device original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or independent hardware vendor (IHV). For specific release dates, please contact your OEM/Wi-Fi chip manufacturer directly.&nbsp;</li><li><b>Wi-Fi 7 Enterprise access points</b>: Deploy Wi-Fi 7 enterprise grade access points in your organization.&nbsp;</li></ul><div><br></div><div><b>Additional information:</b>&nbsp;</div><ul><li>Read the complete announcement in <a href="https://aka.ms/WiFi7forEnterprise" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Introducing Wi-Fi 7 for enterprise connectivity</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Help users at your organization understand the <a href="https://support.microsoft.com/windows/faster-and-more-secure-wi-fi-in-windows-26177a28-38ed-1a8e-7eca-66f24dc63f09" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Faster and more secure Wi-Fi in Windows</a>.&nbsp;</li><li>For industry standards, see <a href="https://www.wi-fi.org/news-events/newsroom/wi-fi-alliance-introduces-wi-fi-certified-7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wi-Fi Alliance® introduces Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 7™ | Wi-Fi Alliance</a>.&nbsp;</li></ul>