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 JW784A 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 is the maximum number of mobile devices the HPE Aruba JW784A can support?
The Aruba 7200 series Mobility Controller supports up to 32,000 mobile devices, making it ideal for large enterprise deployments with extensive BYOD and 802.11ac device requirements. This capacity is enabled by its advanced eight-core central processor with four threads each, providing the equivalent of 32 virtual CPUs for handling high-density wireless environments.
What are the network connectivity options on the JW784A controller?
The JW784A features 4x 10GBase-x (SFP/SFP+) ports and 2x dual media ports that support either 10/100/1000BASE-T or SFP connectivity. This flexible port configuration allows you to integrate the controller into various network topologies and scale your wireless infrastructure as needed.
What firewall performance does the Aruba 7200 series provide?
The JW784A performs stateful firewall policy enforcement at 40 Gbps, delivering enterprise-grade security throughput suitable for organizations managing complex network policies across thousands of connected devices. This performance level ensures that security policies don't become a bottleneck in your wireless infrastructure.
How does AppRF technology help with network visibility on the JW784A?
AppRF is Aruba's unique technology that runs on the 7200 series controllers and provides granular application visibility by user, including top web-based applications like Facebook and Box. This capability enables IT teams to monitor, manage, and optimize application performance across your wireless network with unprecedented insight.
What memory configuration does the JW784A include?
The JW784A comes with extended memory featuring 16GB of DRAM, which supports the controller's ability to manage up to 32,000 mobile devices and maintain stateful firewall policies simultaneously. This generous memory allocation ensures smooth performance even under peak load conditions.
Is the HPE Aruba JW784A suitable for BYOD environments?
Yes, the JW784A is specifically optimized for BYOD and 802.11ac device deployments, with capacity to support 32,000 mobile devices and 40 Gbps firewall enforcement. Contact us today at barcodesinc.com to discuss how this controller can support your organization's bring-your-own-device strategy with enterprise-grade performance and security.
The HPE Aruba JW784A Wireless Controllers is also known as
HPE-JW784A
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