HPE Aruba 7200 Series Wireless Controllers Model Overview
The Aruba 7200 series Mobility Controller is the next-generation networking platform, optimized for mobile application delivery to ensure the best mobility experience over Wi-Fi. With a new central processor that employs up to eight cores with four threads each, its like having a total of 32 virtual CPUs. As a result, the 7200 series supports up to 32,000 mobile devices and performs stateful firewall policy enforcement at 40 Gbps ?? plenty of capacity and speed for BYOD and 802.11ac devices.New levels of visibility are provided by Arubas unique AppRF technology, which runs on 7200 series Mobility Controllers. With AppRF, IT can see applications by user, including top web-based applications like Facebook and Box.
HPE Aruba JW646A Wireless Controllers Overview
The Aruba 7200 series Mobility Controller is the next-generation networking platform, optimized for mobile application delivery to ensure the best mobility experience over Wi-Fi.
With a new central processor that employs eight cores with four threads each, it's like having a total of 32 virtual CPUs. As a result, the 7200 series supports 32,000 mobile devices and performs stateful firewall policy enforcement at 40 Gbps - plenty of capacity and speed for BYOD and 802.11ac devices.
New levels of visibility are provided by Aruba's unique AppRF technology, which runs on 7200 series Mobility Controllers. With AppRF, IT can see applications by user, including top web-based applications like Facebook and Box.
The 7200 series also manages authentication, encryption, VPN connections, IPv4 and IPv6 Layer 3 services, the Aruba Policy Enforcement Firewall™, Aruba Adaptive Radio Management™, and Aruba RFProtect™ spectrum analysis and wireless intrusion protection.
Clustering and centralized management enable the deployment of large networks with hundreds of Mobility Controllers with minimal staff. A master Mobility Controller can manage local Mobility Controllers, while Aruba AirWave™ network management provides enterprise-wide clarity and control through real-time monitoring, historical reporting and troubleshooting.
Architected for high AvAilAbility
Redundant power supplies: The 7200 series supports dual, field-replaceable redundant power supplies to maintain uninterrupted network operations.
Hot-swappable fan tray with multiple fans: The 7200 series includes a field-replaceable fan tray with multiple fans, providing sufficient cooling and rapid time to repair.
Solid state drives for maximum reliability and uptime.
Two dual-media ports: 1000BASE-X or 10/100/1000BASE-T connections for high availability.
What are the key specifications of the HPE Aruba JW646A Wireless Controller?
The HPE Aruba JW646A is part of the 7200 series Mobility Controller line and features 4x 10GBase-x (SFP/SFP+) ports and 2x dual media (10/100/1000BASE-T or SFP) ports. It includes one 350W DC (-48V DC) power supply and is designed for US regulatory deployments. The controller supports up to 32,000 mobile devices with a central processor employing up to eight cores with four threads each, delivering 40 Gbps stateful firewall policy enforcement.
How many devices can the Aruba JW646A support?
The Aruba JW646A supports up to 32,000 mobile devices, making it ideal for large-scale enterprise deployments with significant BYOD and 802.11ac device populations. This high device capacity is achieved through its advanced multi-core processor architecture that provides the equivalent of 32 virtual CPUs.
What connectivity options does the JW646A provide?
The JW646A offers 4x 10GBase-x (SFP/SFP+) ports for high-speed uplink connectivity and 2x dual media ports that support either 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet or SFP fiber connections. This flexible port configuration allows you to integrate the controller into various network topologies and scale your wireless infrastructure as needed.
What is AppRF technology and how does it benefit our network?
AppRF is Aruba's unique application recognition and control technology that runs on the 7200 series Mobility Controllers, including the JW646A. It provides IT teams with granular visibility into applications by user, including top web-based applications like Facebook and Box, enabling better network management and security policy enforcement.
Is the HPE Aruba JW646A suitable for BYOD environments?
Yes, the JW646A is specifically optimized for BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) deployments. With support for 32,000 mobile devices, 40 Gbps stateful firewall policy enforcement, and AppRF application visibility, it provides the capacity and security controls needed to manage diverse personal devices on your network while maintaining performance and visibility.
What power specifications does the JW646A require?
The HPE Aruba JW646A includes one 350W DC (-48V DC) power supply, which is suitable for data center and enterprise network environments where DC power infrastructure is available. Contact us today to discuss power requirements and installation options for your specific deployment scenario.
The HPE Aruba JW646A Wireless Controllers is also known as
HPE-JW646A
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