Aruba Wireless Reviews

The scalability is the key here. We operate in a multi-vendor environment, running proprietary and open source software as well as pretty much every OS in it. We have to be able to adjust features as we need them throughout the WLAN.

WLAN is one of the major functions that allows employee movement without re-doing cabling etc.

I haven't encountered an area for improvement and am quite satisfied with the product.

We implemented WLAN 4 years ago.

We haven't encountered any major issues with the deployment. Normal minor glitches as usual, but nothing major. I'd expect to face the same issues with any brand of WLANs.

All stability issues have been due to configuration changes. Currently as the WLAN expands we are starting to have some issues that aren't directly dependent on Arubas' solution, but issues in aggregate and core network layers.

We have no issues in scalability.

8 out of 10.

8 out of 10.

I'm familiar via my career with other manufacturers solutions and have worked with those too. In my current position we have used Arubas' WLAN from the start.

As always in complex systems, initial setup required a lot of work that might be seen as complex. On the other hand it was also logical and among the professionals, straightforward. Initial setup of single equipment is easy, but it only allows you to start configuring it.

We did the implementation in-house with a technical person from the manufacturer.

Every AP implemented takes out around 3 switch interfaces. Also work can be done away from the desk, and much faster in certain positions. I'd say that it took about three years to get an ROI.

We did a massive comparison with most of the WLAN vendors and from those we chose Aruba.

Main thing is to have a clear vision of what is needed from the WLAN and of course, the expertise of the staff is one key factor. Pretty much, the rest is just pricing of the solution, acquisition and running costs.

Central controller and ARM function on Access Points.

We don't need to visit each AP locations for a code upgrade or troubleshooting.

More stable cide

6 years.

Some of them have cable limitations.

Yes, we did. Some model of APs went bad over time.

No, we don't as long as we purchase the license.

Almost excellent.

Almost excellent.

Yes, we did. It was Cisco Autonomous APs, but we replaced them as we wanted a centralized system.

It was pretty straightforward.

We used a vendor and they were very knowledgeable.

Yes we also evaluated Cisco Lightweight APs.

You should start implementing the latest and greatest access points which are 801.11 AC.

The Wireless Controller's firewall feature and the ClearPass Access Management product's NAC feature.

As of now, we are utilising the existing features of the product and it satisfies all our requirement.

Additional troubleshooting capabilities for the ClearPass product.

2 years.

None yet.

None yet.v

None yet.

10/10

10/10

Previously was using Meru and switched due to additional features and functionality in the Aruba products.

The Aruba product has more features than the other competitive wireless solutions available in this domain. Product has good stability.

The Aruba Adaptive Radio Management (ARM), Spectrum Analysis and Wireless Intrusion Protection are the most valuable capabilities for me. ARM is helpful because it manages my network for me basically. The Spectrum Analyzer and the WIP are my eyes in the sky, so to speak.

First of all we use to have standalone AP’s and we had to manage each one separately which was very time consuming for me but now we have a centralized management network with the Aruba 3400 series platform that saves me time in managing. Secondly we had a lot of issues with clients hogging all of the airtime and causing other clients to have to wait but now with Aruba Adaptive Radio Management (ARM) all of our clients have a fair share of airtime and the adjustments are automatic in the controller.

They may have already improved on this but it would be good to have more than 4GB for the firewall. I think this is the only thing I can think of for improvements.

Just over one year

I didn’t have any issues when I deployed to Aruba 3400 series platform. The process was smooth and exciting.

I didn’t have any issues with stability. We have been up and running for over a year now and the users are very happy with our network.

I haven’t had any issues with scalability. We haven’t had any growth or additional things since we deployed the Aruba 3400 series platform.

On a scale from 1 – 10 I would say a 7. I haven’t used the customer service enough to give a higher rating.

On a scale from 1 – 10 I would say a 7. I haven’t used the customer service enough to give a higher rating.

Yes I previously used a Cisco Solution. We changed products because Aruba was better in cost.

The initial setup was straightforward. We deployed all of the hardware and configured the controller and watch the AP’s authenticate and associate with the controller.

We used a vendor to the deployment. The deployment went absolutely well. I will have to give the vendor a 10 for their expertise and work they did.

My ROI is 125%. We have better production for the workers and IT team.

No! We only evaluated Aruba.

If you are interested in a solution that is straightforward in configuring and deploying choose Aruba solutions. If you want features that will open up more time for you as a network admin Aruba solutions is for you. If you are looking to improve your WLAN performance, scalability, stability, and security Aruba solutions is for you.

1. The Integrated firewall

2. The captive portal authentication for guests

3. The modular configuration system (by profile and)

3. AppRF new system (from ArubaOS version 6.4)

4. Mutli-site Architecture (master local architecture)

5. Advantageous licensing system (by Access point and not by user, the license server feature from version 6.3).

1. The new version is not stable.

2. Teintroduce the Visuel-RF mapping system in the Aruba controllers.

3. Download the firmware without a support account

4. stabilization of clearpass

5. Prepare documentation that handles concepts and not "how to"

2 years

Yes, but generally with the new OS version and with ClearPass.

Not really.

It is a scalable product, but it does not have a Virtual version of the controller.

No idea, i do not deal with them.

75%

No, Aruba WLAN was my first experience with WLAN solutions and is unique.

I think the setup and the configuration of Aruba is complex.

The solution's most valuable features are authentication and third-party vendor integration.

The solution's GUI for configuration could be better.

We have been using the solution for two years.

The solution is stable. I rate its stability a nine out of ten.

We have enterprise businesses as our customers for the solution. I rate its scalability an eight out of ten.

The solution's technical support is excellent.

Positive

Compared with the solution, Cisco Wireless has a more user-friendly GUI for configuration.

The solution's GUI for configuration is complicated. Thus, it is easier to implement if you have experience using it. There should be drag-and-drop features to make it more easier. I rate the process a four out of ten. It takes a month to complete.

The solution's cost is affordable. I rate its pricing a five out of ten.

The solution is stable, integrates with different platforms, and is reasonably priced. I rate it an eight out of ten.

Clients use Aruba Wireless for their wireless network needs.

We have many customers using the solution, both on-premises and cloud.

The support for both on-premises and cloud deployments has proven to be very effective.

We are not facing any difficulty in convincing customers to have Aruba Wireless, and there are no specific features that customers are particularly looking for in wireless.

I have been using the solution for over ten years.

The solution is very stable. Many customers do not face any complaints about the product or the network going down.

I rate it ten out of ten on scalability.

Technical support is good.

Positive

The initial setup is straightforward.

I do not know how to calculate our ROI.

Pricing is competitive compared to other companies like Cisco.

I would definitely recommend Aruba Wireless.

I'd rate the solution ten out of ten.