Logi Bolt Wireless Technology

By Brian Long

Logi Bolt Wireless Receiver

Secure, Reliable Wireless for the Modern Workplace

Logi Bolt is Logitech’s enterprise-grade wireless technology designed to replace the older Logitech Unifying Receiver. Built from the ground up with security, performance, and cross-platform compatibility, Logi Bolt addresses the challenges of today’s hybrid workforce and IT environments.

Unlike Unifying, which used basic encryption and had known vulnerabilities, Logi Bolt is built on Bluetooth® Low Energy Security Mode 1, Level 4 (LE Secure Connections Only Mode)—the highest commercially available security level. This makes it suitable for regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, and government.

Why Logi Bolt?

  • ✅ Stronger Security: Logi Bolt delivers robust protection against eavesdropping and attacks using FIPS-compliant encryption protocols.
  • ✅ Enterprise-Ready: Fully supports security requirements of financial services, healthcare, and regulated industries.
  • ✅ Next-Gen Replacement: Designed as a replacement for Logitech Unifying, addressing the known security limitations of the older protocol​:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
  • ✅ Better in Congested Environments: Logi Bolt is optimized to maintain strong connections in noisy wireless environments like shared workspaces or offices with many devices.
  • ✅ Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Linux, and even iOS/iPadOS (via Bluetooth)​:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
  • ✅ Plug-and-Play with Logi Bolt Receivers: No additional software required to connect peripherals—devices are pre-paired for easy deployment.

Compatibility and Deployment

  • Logi Bolt devices can only pair with Logi Bolt receivers and are not backward compatible with Logitech Unifying receivers​:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
  • IT departments can deploy at scale using Logitech Sync and Logi Options+ for configuration and firmware updates.
  • Fully compatible with Logitech’s business peripherals including MX Keys for Business, MX Master 3S, Signature Slim MK950, and more.

Technical Highlights

Feature Description
Encryption Standard Bluetooth® LE Security Mode 1, Level 4 (FIPS-compliant)
Connection Type USB Logi Bolt Receiver or Bluetooth Low Energy
Operating System Support Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Linux, iOS, iPadOS (Bluetooth only)
Receiver Range Up to 10 meters (33 ft)
Device Compatibility Requires Logi Bolt-enabled devices (not compatible with Unifying products)
Deployment Tools Logitech Sync, Logi Options+

Conclusion

Logi Bolt is the future of secure wireless for the enterprise. It brings together the usability of plug-and-play, the flexibility of Bluetooth, and the security enterprises demand—making it the logical upgrade path from the Unifying receiver.

Learn more at logitech.com/bolttechnology

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