Zebra ZS3-AWCN-100 AirWatch Connector Mobile Management Solution
Overview
The Zebra ZS3-AWCN-100 is an AirWatch Connector designed to enable enterprise mobile device management integration for Zebra mobile computing environments. This connector facilitates centralized management and deployment workflows between AirWatch platforms and Zebra mobile computers, supporting organizations that require unified device control and compliance monitoring across distributed operations. The ZS3-AWCN-100 comes with a 1-year contract term, providing defined support and service continuity for production deployments.
Key Features
- AirWatch Platform Integration: Native connectivity to VMware AirWatch (now Workspace ONE) for centralized device management, policy enforcement, and application deployment
- Enterprise Management Capability: Streamlines provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management of Zebra mobile computers across multiple sites and operations
- 1-Year Contract Included: Service agreement covers support, connector maintenance, and platform access for 12 months from activation
- Wired Connectivity Support: Designed for environments where reliable, hardwired network connections are preferred for management traffic and device synchronization
- Deployment Flexibility: Compatible with Zebra's ZS3 mobile computer line, enabling management of devices in warehouse, logistics, retail, and field service operations
- Policy and Compliance Management: Supports enforcement of security policies, software updates, and compliance standards across enrolled devices
Integration and Compatibility
The ZS3-AWCN-100 connector is engineered specifically for Zebra mobile computer ecosystems and AirWatch/Workspace ONE platform compatibility. It provides bi-directional communication between device fleets and the management console, enabling real-time status monitoring, remote policy updates, and troubleshooting capabilities. Organizations using Zebra TC or ZS series mobile computers in conjunction with AirWatch management infrastructure can deploy this connector to unify device administration with broader IT infrastructure management tools.
Package Contents
The ZS3-AWCN-100 includes the AirWatch Connector hardware/software component, 1-year service contract with technical support, and configuration documentation required for integration into existing AirWatch environments. Contract terms define support response times, platform access, and connector maintenance obligations during the 12-month period.
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
From a systems integration perspective, the Zebra ZS3-AWCN-100 AirWatch Connector addresses a specific operational need: organizations that have committed to AirWatch as their enterprise mobility management platform and operate Zebra mobile computers across warehouse, logistics, or field operations. During deployment planning, the key consideration is ensuring your AirWatch infrastructure and network architecture can support the connector's wired connectivity model—this is especially relevant in environments where devices operate on isolated networks or where management traffic must traverse firewalls and secure zones.
Technical Highlights:
- Native AirWatch Integration: The ZS3-AWCN-100 eliminates the need for middleware or custom scripting when enrolling and managing Zebra devices within VMware Workspace ONE environments
- 1-Year Support Covenant: Contract term ensures that platform updates, connector patches, and vendor support remain active and responsive throughout your deployment cycle
Deployment Considerations:
- Verify that your AirWatch console version is compatible with the connector release—check with your AirWatch account team for supported versions prior to procurement
- Plan network connectivity to ensure the connector can communicate securely with your AirWatch management console, particularly if devices operate on segregated networks
- Allocate IT resources for initial connector configuration, certificate management, and device enrollment workflows; AirWatch integration typically requires coordination between mobile device management and infrastructure teams
If your organization operates Zebra mobile computers and has already standardized on AirWatch/Workspace ONE, the ZS3-AWCN-100 is a straightforward way to bring those devices under unified management. The 1-year contract term provides a predictable support structure, which is valuable when managing devices across multiple locations. Plan for renewal discussions 3–4 months before contract expiration.
