Aruba Central (HPE)
Cloud-native, AI-powered network management.
Overview
Aruba Central is a cloud-based network management and operations solution from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. It provides a single point of control to manage Aruba access points, switches, and gateways. Leveraging AI and machine learning, it offers AI-powered insights, automated monitoring, and troubleshooting for wired, wireless, and SD-WAN environments.
✨ Key Features
- AIOps for network troubleshooting and optimization
- Unified management of Wi-Fi, switching, and SD-WAN
- Cloud-native microservices architecture
- Contact tracing and location analytics
- Advanced security with Dynamic Segmentation
- API-driven programmability
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Strong AIOps capabilities for proactive network management
- Cloud-native, microservices architecture for scalability and resilience
- Advanced security features like Dynamic Segmentation
Unique Value: Reduces IT operational complexity and improves network performance through powerful AI-powered automation and insights.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- University campus-wide Wi-Fi deployments
- Large hospital network management
- Global retail chain SD-Branch rollouts
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small businesses with very simple networking needs
- Organizations looking for a low-cost, hardware-agnostic solution
🏆 Alternatives
Provides deeper AI-driven troubleshooting and a more flexible, open architecture compared to the more closed ecosystem of Meraki.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Included in subscription tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 90-day free trial
Free tier: N/A
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