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Aruba SD-WAN

by Aruba Networks
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Quick facts
VendorAruba Networks
Year launchedN/A
StatusActive
Location1225 Crescent Green, St. 115 Cary, NC 27518
Countries servedGlobal
Languages11
Integrations1+
Free tierN/A
Free trialN/A
Contact salesYES

About Aruba SD-WAN

Aruba SD-WAN is a networking software from Aruba Networks that provides secure and efficient wide area network connectivity. It includes application-aware routing, advanced security features, and centralized management so organizations can manage their WAN traffic effectively. Aruba SD-WAN allows for real-time visibility into application performance, enabling IT teams to make informed decisions. It also supports smooth integration with existing network infrastructure and provides automated deployment for quicker installation. Key capabilities: application-aware routing advanced security features centralized management automated deployment real-time performance monitoring Best for: enterprises that need reliable and secure WAN management.

Aruba SD-WAN is a cutting-edge solution designed to address the growing needs of modern enterprises with distributed branch networks. As part of Aruba Networks' larger SD-Branch solution, Aruba SD-WAN provides a robust alternative to traditional WAN architectures, which often struggle with complexity, security vulnerabilities, and suboptimal performance. By leveraging a software-defined approach, Aruba SD-WAN simplifies network management, enhances security through Zero Trust implementation, and optimizes performance for businesses that rely on seamless branch connectivity. This makes it a compelling choice for organizations operating across multiple locations, particularly in industries such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, and financial services. One of the most striking aspects of Aruba SD-WAN is its cloud-based management interface, Aruba Central. Aruba Central serves as the centralized hub for monitoring and configuring the entire branch network, providing IT teams with a single pane of glass for visibility and control. The interface is designed to be user-friendly, featuring intuitive dashboards, real-time analytics, and guided workflows that help administrators manage network traffic, security policies, and performance metrics with ease.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Comprehensive branch solutions: Integrates WAN, WLAN, wired, and security within a branch to meet IT network connectivity needs.
  • Simplified management: Unified Infrastructure allows deployment and management through a single pane of glass.
  • Cloud-native platform: Aruba Central facilitates automated provisioning, policy enforcement, and real-time monitoring for branch operations.
  • High performance across locations: Supports operations for diverse locations such as stores, hotels, remote offices, and teleworkers.
  • Zero Trust security: Built-in firewall, dynamic segmentation, and IDS/IPS ensure robust security for edge-to-cloud operations.
  • Efficiency-enhancing features: Assurance and orchestration features maximize performance while minimizing costs.
  • Flexible and scalable: Open software-based solutions that adapt to organizational needs.
Cons
  • Dependency on cloud management: Requires robust internet access for optimal use of cloud-native features.
  • Potential complexity: Advanced features may demand additional training for IT teams unfamiliar with SD-Branch solutions.

Features

Key features

Unified Infrastructure Management

Consolidates the management of wireless, wired, and WAN infrastructure into a single pane of glass through Aruba Central.

Cloud-Native Centralized Management

Leverages Aruba Central's cloud solution for simplified provisioning, policy enforcement, and automated tasks.

AIOps and Security Visibility

Integrates AI-powered operations and comprehensive security visibility for wired, wireless, and SD-WAN networks.

Hybrid WAN Optimization

Enables quick definition, tuning, and optimization of connectivity across a hybrid WAN of Internet, MPLS, and cellular.

Zero Trust Security Implementation

Supports a scalable Zero Trust security methodology from Edge-to-Cloud with built-in firewall, dynamic segmentation, and IDS/IPS.

Secure Business-Class Wi-Fi Connectivity

Provides secure Wi-Fi access points managed through Aruba Central.

Additional features

Unified Infrastructure Management

Consolidates the management of wireless, wired, and WAN infrastructure into a single pane of glass through Aruba Central.

Cloud-Native Centralized Management

Leverages Aruba Central's cloud solution for simplified provisioning, policy enforcement, and automated tasks.

AIOps and Security Visibility

Integrates AI-powered operations and comprehensive security visibility for wired, wireless, and SD-WAN networks.

Hybrid WAN Optimization

Enables quick definition, tuning, and optimization of connectivity across a hybrid WAN of Internet, MPLS, and cellular.

Zero Trust Security Implementation

Supports a scalable Zero Trust security methodology from Edge-to-Cloud with built-in firewall, dynamic segmentation, and IDS/IPS.

Secure Business-Class Wi-Fi Connectivity

Provides secure Wi-Fi access points managed through Aruba Central.

Scalable High-Performance Wired Access

Offers scalable Ethernet switches managed through Aruba Central.

Secure Physical and Virtual SD-WAN Gateways

Delivers secure SD-WAN gateways managed through Aruba Central.

Proactive Network Issue Resolution

Enhances IT's ability to proactively identify and resolve network issues across branch locations.

End-to-End User Experience Monitoring

Allows IT to understand the user experience for every branch location.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
11
Interface languages
6
Billing currencies

Interface languages

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