HPE Aruba AP-ANT-1W - antenna - JW009A - Network Antennas

By Luis Malaga - March 4, 2025

Intuitive management and cost-effectiveness benefit industry deployment while deployment distribution can improve

What is our primary use case? I use Aruba Remote Access Points in an industry setting, specifically within a bank. It is deployed in a large company. What is most valuable? The Aruba Remote Access Points are simple, not expensive, and very intuitive for management and configuration. They provide great wireless functionality with one controller and multiple access points. The solution is also reasonably priced and not expensive, making it accessible. Additionally, the intuitive management and configuration enhance its usability. What needs improvement? In terms of improvement, the distribution of appliances could be better. While the functionality is good, some aspects of deployment can be complex. Scalability can also be improved from the current rating of seven. For how long have I used the solution? I have experience for three years using Aruba solutions. What was my experience with deployment of the solution? The deployment is not difficult; it is very easy. What do I think about the stability of the solution? I would rate stability as five out of ten. Sometimes it is stable, and sometimes it is not. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? Aruba Remote Access Points have scalability issues and I would rate scalability as seven out of ten, meaning it can be enhanced further. How are customer service and support? The technical support from Aruba is very fast. When I have any questions, the support pack responds very quickly. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? I have experience with FortiAP and found that Aruba does not require additional components like FortiAP does. With FortiAP, I needed a Forti controller, but Aruba just requires the equipment itself. How was the initial setup? The setup of Aruba Remote Access Points is very simple and straightforward. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? The pricing is good and not expensive. I find the solution to be reasonably priced. Which other solutions did I evaluate? I have experience with other vendors like Fortinet. What other advice do I have? I would recommend Aruba Remote Access Points to others because they are simple, not expensive, and intuitive for management and configuration. Overall, I would rate the solution as seven out of ten. Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions. What is our primary use case? I use Aruba Remote Access Points in an industry setting, specifically within a bank. It is deployed in a large company. What is most valuable? The Aruba Remote Access Points are simple, not expensive, and very intuitive for management and configuration. They provide great wirele Read more

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By PRADIPJOSHI - February 21, 2025

Pricing competitiveness and remote management have enhanced network flexibility

What is our primary use case? Currently, my primary focus is on Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) technology. However, when it comes to wireless LAN access points, I specifically work with Instant On Access Points, models AP11 and AP21, from HP Aruba. I primarily recommend Aruba access points to small banking sectors, healthcare, and the SME segment, particularly SOHO and small and medium enterprises. What is most valuable? One of the most valued aspects of Aruba access points is their price competitiveness; they are available at half the price of Juniper access points. Additionally, they do not require any kind of license for implementation. Despite this, many customers have their own firewall, and they can control everything from their firewall, ensuring flexibility. Furthermore, the ease of management with Aruba access points enables customers to connect them directly to their network via a PoE switch and manage them remotely from mobile devices. What needs improvement? I would like Aruba to provide integration capabilities for Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Directory, or other identity verification engines like Okta, Google Identity, or Ping Identity. It is important that the access points come with cloud identity engines to improve integration with network infrastructures. For how long have I used the solution? I have been working with Aruba access points for the last year. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? People tend to purchase no more than five access points per entity. Despite this limitation, Aruba access points integrate well with existing networks via PoE switches. How are customer service and support? Technical support for Aruba access points in India is very good. For technical support alone, I would give them a score of nine out of ten. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? I usually prefer HP Aruba or Cambium Networks when it comes to wireless solutions due to their pricing. For switches, I am dedicated to using Juniper. What about the implementation team? I have not sold any Aruba Central management solutions to customers. The customers we work with use basic access points such as the Instant On series and not the high-end series. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? Due to its pricing, Aruba access points provide good value. They are priced at half the rate of Juniper access points for basic models. Which other solutions did I evaluate? Besides Juniper, I also engage with Aruba and HP solutions. What other advice do I have? Regarding overall satisfaction, while I am content with the support received and the product's affordability, the capability to integrate with identity providers like Microsoft Azure Directory or Azure Entra ID is still desired. Therefore, I rate the Aruba access points, particularly the Instant On series, eight out of ten. Currently, I am focused on Aruba and Juniper solutions. Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Partner What is our primary use case? Currently, my primary focus is on Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) technology. However, when it comes to wireless LAN access points, I specifically work with Instant On Access Points, models AP11 and AP21, from HP Aruba. I primarily recommend Aruba access points to small banking s Read more

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By reviewer2646858 - February 12, 2025

Regular updates ensure smooth operation with extensive reach in large environments

What is our primary use case? We have an access point in pretty much every room, servicing about twelve thousand people. We are utilizing just switches and access points, as well as ClearPass and Mobility Master. What is most valuable? Aruba Remote Access Points have not required a lot of adjustment. Once we got things set up properly, we just need to do updates, and it just runs. Their ability to perform without frequent adjustments or interruptions has been valuable. What needs improvement? Unfortunately, I don't really have any critiques at this time. For how long have I used the solution? We have been using Aruba Remote Access Points in the district for about three or four years. What do I think about the stability of the solution? We haven't had too many outages. Occasionally, we run into issues with interference, but for the most part, they have been fairly stable. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? We are able to add more access points without issues. The scalability seems fine. How are customer service and support? Aruba support has always been able to assist me and answer my questions, so I would probably give them an eight or nine out of ten. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? Before this, in my previous company, we used Ruckus. The Ruckus AP seemed a little bit more higher-end, but they were more expensive and had a really neat cloud support, which Aruba also offers, though we aren't paying for it. How was the initial setup? The initial setup is very straightforward. I just have to connect the points to our network, and Mobility Master will pick it up and can run the configuration and updates from there. What other advice do I have? The stability and performance of Aruba Remote Access Points with minimal issues in an IT environment are worth a recommendation. Overall, I would rate the Remote Access Points as an eight out of ten. Which deployment model are you using for this solution? On-premises Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions. What is our primary use case? We have an access point in pretty much every room, servicing about twelve thousand people. We are utilizing just switches and access points, as well as ClearPass and Mobility Master. What is most valuable? Aruba Remote Access Points have not required a lot of adjustment. Once we Read more

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By Ahmed El Bardissy - November 12, 2024

Reliable access with supportive service and cost advantages

What is our primary use case? Our customers are hotels, and the company I worked for provides turnkey solutions for these hotels. Our work starts with infrastructure, implementing passive and copper cabling, followed by active components like switches and controllers. On top of that, we provide hospitality solutions, including Opera and Materials Control, primarily focusing on Opera. How has it helped my organization? We provide a full range of applications that operate the hotel, like front office applications, back office applications, and interfaces between systems. What is most valuable? It is a reliable solution with good coverage. We receive support from Aruba, with assistance from the country manager in providing better quotations and support for projects. We did not face any critical problems with the hardware or any of the devices. It is very reliable, and the cost of the hardware is not much compared to Cisco and other products. What needs improvement? Some customers comment that the shape and size of the access point is a little big, especially the one installed in the guest room. Other than that, nothing specific in terms of improvements comes to mind. For how long have I used the solution? I have been working with Aruba Access Points for four or five years, with the most recent experience being six months ago. What do I think about the stability of the solution? It's a very reliable solution. I didn't face any serious issues while handing over projects to customers. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? While scaling up to five hundred users, it may cause some performance issues. How are customer service and support? Technical support is available through companies in Egypt, providing varying degrees of support. A company called ACT is very good at support. Aruba's country manager is very responsive and supportive. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? I do not have experience working with other wireless LAN products apart from Aruba. I have researched Huawei for a friend, comparing costs with Aruba. How was the initial setup? The setup of access points takes minor time in the overall project. Most of the effort is in extending UDP and fiber cables. Configuration is done through a controller, taking about five minutes for each access point. What about the implementation team? We manage the project, and I have a technical team that goes into deep technical details. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? Here, many owners look at the lump sum figure of the deal, comparing overall costs. Our company contacts Aruba's country manager for extra discounts to secure deals. The pricing is reasonable and lower than competitors. Which other solutions did I evaluate? I researched Huawei to compare with Aruba upon request. The comparison was based on reducing project costs. What other advice do I have? Aruba Access Points are reliable and easy to implement. Support from Aruba is quick, unlike Ruckus or Cisco, which take more time. I'd rate the solution nine out of ten. Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Partner What is our primary use case? Our customers are hotels, and the company I worked for provides turnkey solutions for these hotels. Our work starts with infrastructure, implementing passive and copper cabling, followed by active components like switches and controllers. On top of that, we provide hospitality so Read more

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By Shin Lee - October 22, 2024

Efficient provisioning with remote access control and an easy setup

What is our primary use case? Our primary use case is to provide public Wi-Fi services initiated by the government. This includes deploying the solution in both indoor and outdoor venues. We demonstrate the use and speed of Wi-Fi 6E access points as part of this initiative. What is most valuable? The controller software, which can control multiple access points remotely, is very convenient. It makes the provisioning process simple and efficient. The controller comes in two models: a local controller and a cloud-based one. What needs improvement? There should be enhancements to support open Wi-Fi technology for seamless authentication across different access points. For how long have I used the solution? I have used the solution for about five years. What do I think about the stability of the solution? The stability of the Aruba Access Points is quite high. I would rate it at a nine out of ten. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? The scalability of the Aruba Access Points is excellent. I would also rate it at a nine out of ten. How are customer service and support? Technical support is generally good. However, it depends on whether it is handled by the company's engineer or the agent engineer. I would rate the support as eight. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? Before Aruba Access Points, we used Lucas APs. Currently, we use both Aruba and Lucas, with the majority being Lucas. We sought out Aruba for their latest Wi-Fi 6E version. How was the initial setup? The setup is straightforward and user-friendly. I would rate it almost as a nine, indicating it's fairly easy. Which other solutions did I evaluate? We considered Lucas and domestic products alongside Aruba. What other advice do I have? I'd rate the solution nine out of ten. Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.customer What is our primary use case? Our primary use case is to provide public Wi-Fi services initiated by the government. This includes deploying the solution in both indoor and outdoor venues. We demonstrate the use and speed of Wi-Fi 6E access points as part of this initiative. What is most valuable? The control Read more

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By Umer Uzair - October 16, 2024

Enhanced connectivity with robust security and seamless integration

What is our primary use case? Our primary use case for Aruba Access Points is WiFi connectivity, including 802.1x authentication, guest authentication, and security posture assessment for endpoints. How has it helped my organization? We found that with Aruba, we can operate more efficiently, achieving good results in terms of HR and time savings. What is most valuable? We appreciate the guest authentication, guest portal, and 802.1x authentication. The integration with robust network switches is valuable. The solution is robust and stable, and we do not experience any downtime. What needs improvement? Since we are in health care, it would be beneficial to have enhanced security features around medical devices and IoT, especially for improving the visibility of medical devices within the WiFi network. For how long have I used the solution? We have been using Aruba for three or four years now. What do I think about the stability of the solution? The solution is stable, and we do not experience any downtimes. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? The solution is scalable since it is cloud-based, and scalability is not a concern. How are customer service and support? We are happy with the support level, both with the on-ground teams and the service provided by HP. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? We have used other solutions as well, such as Cisco Meraki and some Chinese OEMs. How was the initial setup? The initial setup is straightforward, and time-wise, it is convenient. What about the implementation team? Our in-house teams are capable enough, and they handle the maintenance effectively. What was our ROI? We achieved good results in operation efficiency, particularly in terms of HR and time savings. However, it has not been exactly quantified in terms of ROI or TCO. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? The solution is not cheap per se, yet the overall value proposition is moderate. It is not very expensive or very cheap. Which other solutions did I evaluate? We evaluated solutions like Cisco Meraki and products from Chinese OEMs. What other advice do I have? We recommend enhancements in security features, particularly for medical devices and IoT within healthcare facilities. I'd rate the solution nine out of ten. Which deployment model are you using for this solution? Public Cloud If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use? Other Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions. What is our primary use case? Our primary use case for Aruba Access Points is WiFi connectivity, including 802.1x authentication, guest authentication, and security posture assessment for endpoints. How has it helped my organization? We found that with Aruba, we can operate more efficiently, achieving good r Read more

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By AndresEcheverry - August 19, 2024

Easy to configure and deploy

What is most valuable? The tool's most valuable features are its ease of configuration and deployment. What needs improvement? The product is not user-friendly. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? For scalability, I'd rate it eight or nine out of ten. Adding a few devices is easy. How a Read more

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By JoaoCavaco - June 24, 2024

Provides secure and transparent access points for all users, and our company experiences excellent coverage across the premises

What is our primary use case? The solution is used in our offices, and we are a state department in our country's education ministry. What is most valuable? Aruba Access Points provides secure and transparent access points for all users, and our company experiences excellent coverage across the premises. Our organization is content with the solution's ability to provide visibility into our company's infrastructure. What needs improvement? Our company has encountered a few issues with the product versions, firmware and the APs, but it was solved later on. Presently our company wants to integrate Aruba Access Points with ClearPass, which we need to purchase separately. The solution should provide features to integrate audio and video devices in presentation rooms, for example, TV sets and audio sets. Our company team has faced a few challenges with guest authentication; sometimes, the guests don't receive the feedback or password in their email at all or on time while using Aruba Access Points, and we need to manually intervene to identify the issue. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using Aruba Access Points for three months. What do I think about the stability of the solution? The solution is highly stable, and our company hasn't faced any issues. I would rate the stability a ten out of ten. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? I would rate the scalability a ten out of ten. The tool exhibits outstanding scalability. There are more than 200 users of Aruba Access Points in our company. For now, our company has its premises covered and we believe our existing infrastructure will be stable for the next two years, thus we are not planning to increase the usage of Aruba Access Points. How are customer service and support? I would rate the tech support a ten out of ten. The solution offers excellent tech support. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? In the past, I have used other solutions from Cisco and Fortinet. Our company chose Aruba Access Points because of the internal public agenda, and the solution was the most suitable for the company's needs. How was the initial setup? I would rate the initial setup a ten out of ten. Aruba Access Points can be setup effortlessly. The solution's deployment took a day for each site at our organization. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? The tool is available in the market at a reasonable price. What other advice do I have? The solution through authentication has enhanced the security of our organization's network, but we still don't have endpoint management solutions such as XDR, which we hope to deploy. Our company is pleased with Aruba Access Points. It's extremely easy to manage Aruba Access Points. Our company uses the tool to monitor and deploy solutions. In our company, we haven't faced any integration issues with Aruba Access Points, we had also deployed the solution in integration with Aruba Switches, we installed a complete solution. I would advise others that Aruba Access Points is a reliable solution and it operates seamlessly with multiple interesting features. I would overall rate the product a ten out of ten. Which deployment model are you using for this solution? Public Cloud Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions. What is our primary use case? The solution is used in our offices, and we are a state department in our country's education ministry. What is most valuable? Aruba Access Points provides secure and transparent access points for all users, and our company experiences excellent coverage across the premises. Our Read more

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