HP Wireless LAN
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) offers a range of wireless LAN (WLAN) solutions designed to provide reliable and high-performance wireless connectivity for businesses. HPE’s wireless LAN portfolio includes the following key components and features:
Access Points (APs): HPE offers a variety of access points to suit different deployment scenarios and performance requirements. These access points support the latest Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11ac and 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), and are designed to deliver fast and secure wireless connectivity.
HPE Aruba Instant On APs: These access points are specifically designed for small businesses and provide easy setup, scalability, and reliable performance. They offer features like seamless roaming, guest access, and integrated security.
HPE Aruba Mobility Access Points: These access points are part of the Aruba portfolio and are designed for enterprise networks. They offer advanced features such as adaptive radio management, integrated Bluetooth, and support for location-based services.
Controllers: HPE wireless LAN solutions often include centralized controllers for managing and controlling the access points. These controllers provide features like policy enforcement, security management, and centralized configuration and monitoring of the wireless network.
HPE Aruba Mobility Controllers: These controllers are part of the Aruba portfolio and provide centralized management and control for large-scale enterprise wireless networks. They offer advanced capabilities like role-based access control, user and device profiling, and integration with other network security solutions.
Network Management: HPE provides network management software to simplify the administration and monitoring of wireless LAN deployments. These management tools offer features like configuration management, firmware updates, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting capabilities.
HPE Aruba Central: Aruba Central is a cloud-based network management platform that provides a unified approach to managing wired and wireless networks. It offers features like zero-touch provisioning, monitoring, analytics, and automation capabilities.
Security and Guest Access: HPE wireless LAN solutions include built-in security features to protect the network and ensure secure connectivity. These features may include encryption, authentication mechanisms, intrusion detection and prevention, and role-based access control. Additionally, HPE offers guest access solutions to provide secure and controlled access for visitors and guests.
Location Services: HPE’s wireless LAN solutions may support location-based services, enabling organizations to track and locate Wi-Fi-enabled devices within the network. This feature can be utilized for asset tracking, proximity marketing, and enhanced security purposes