macOS compatibility with Cisco QoS Fastlane
Learn which Mac computers support the latest enterprise Wi-Fi optimizations from Cisco.
Mac computers using macOS High Sierra or later support Cisco QoS Fastlane.
About QoS Fastlane
Wireless application traffic in enterprise environments often needs to be prioritized by its type. For example, due to real-time application constraints, voice–over–Wi-Fi traffic needs a higher priority than Safari web traffic.
Various standards exist to help network devices agree on how different types of traffic are marked to make sure they are prioritized. QoS Fastlane greatly simplifies this agreement process so that network congestion is minimized and time-sensitive traffic (like voice or video) is delivered on time.
To choose which macOS apps have their traffic prioritized by QoS Fastlane, you must configure the network with a configuration profile.
Learn more
Cisco wireless controller models compatible with Cisco Wireless release 8.3 support QoS Fastlane. Cisco access points compatible with 802.11n and 802.11ac support QoS Fastlane.
Find more information about QoS and QoS Fastlane:
Cisco: Optimized WiFi Connectivity and Prioritized Business Apps (PDF)
Cisco: Enterprise Best Practices for iOS Devices on Cisco Wireless LAN (PDF)
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