Remote-access Guide

aruba remote access points

by Ms. Janiya Heathcote MD Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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What is an Aruba remote Access Point?

Aruba Remote Access Points (RAPs) provide secure always-on network access to corporate enterprise resources from remote locations.

Can I use Aruba AP without controller?

What is Aruba Instant? Aruba Instant is a wireless access point operating system and platform that does not require the purchase of hardware/virtual controllers for deployment.

How do I setup my Aruba wireless access point?

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Can you ssh to an Aruba AP?

Aruba Instant 6.2.0.0_3.2.0 2.0 release will only accept client connecting using SSH. The Telnet connection is depreciated from this version onward. Data transfer between the client and the Instant AP (IAP) using SSH are encrypted, thus its provide better data security comparing to Telnet.

Is Aruba instant on portal free?

Manage your network from your mobile device or the browser of your choice. No licensing or subscription fees required.

Is Aruba Instant on cloud free?

Instant On devices are simpler, and have no licenses or subscriptions to worry about. There are 6 AP and 7 switch models to pick from. All Instant On devices are managed through the free Aruba cloud controller. You can control them in the mobile app, or by going to portal.arubainstanton.com in a browser.

How does a wireless access point work?

Access points work by connecting direct to your broadband router or network switch with a Ethernet or data cable. This provides the AP with the internet connection and bandwidth required. It then transmits and receives a wireless signal in either the 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz frequency range (WIFI).

How do I find my Aruba AP IP?

Viewing Access Point Details Tap any of the APs listed in the Inventory list. The Access Point Details page is displayed with details. View the AP details such as the AP name, IP address of the AP, MAC address, Serial number, AP type, radio, and the number of the clients connected on each radio channel.

Does Aruba Instant On require a router?

The Instant On AP must be directly connected to the internet modem with no other device in between. It must therefore be the only AP connected to the internet. Other APs have to be powered down initially and added later through mesh using the extend network capability.

How do I connect Aruba AP to virtual controller?

To add an Instant AP to the network:Navigate to the Configuration > Access Points page.Click + in the Access Points table.In the New Access Point window, enter the MAC. A MAC address is a unique identifier assigned to network interfaces for communications on a network. address for the new Instant AP.Click OK.

What port does SSH use?

port 22By default, the SSH server still runs in port 22.

What is the default password for Aruba access point?

The default username for your Aruba Networks router is admin. The default password is admin.

Can I use Ruckus AP without controller?

A Ruckus Unleashed Master AP can manage a network of up to 50 access points without the assistance of a controller.

What does ruckus unleashed do?

RUCKUS Unleashed is a high-performance, simple-to-setup, easy-to-manage and affordable portfolio of access points (APs). These APs use our patented technologies to deliver industry leading performance, but in a package designed and priced for small businesses.

What is remote access point service?

AP control and 802.11 data traffic are carried through this tunnel. Secure Remote Access Point Service extends the corporate office to the remote site. Remote users can use the same features as corporate office users. For example, voice over IP (VoIP) applications can be extended to remote sites while the servers and the PBX remain secure in the corporate office.

What is remote AP?

The remote AP requires an IP address to which it can connect in order to establish a VPN tunnel to the controller. This can be either a routable IP address that you configure on the controller, or the address of an external router or firewall that forwards traffic to the controller.

What port does a NAT use?

Communication between the AP and secure controlleruses the UDP 4500 port. When both the controllerand the AP are behind NAT devices, configure the AP to use the NAT device’s public address as its master address. On the NAT device, you must enable NAT-T (UDP port 4500 only) and forward all packets to the public address of the NAT device on UDP port 4500 to the controllerto ensure that the remote AP boots successfully.

What happens if an AP is retired from active usage?

In some cases, if an AP in the whitelist is retired from active usage, you can set the AP as revoked. This option restricts the AP from connecting to your controller. To revoke a remote AP:

How does a remote AP work?

Using DNS, the remote AP receives multiple IP addresses in response to a host name lookup. Known as the backup controllerlist, remote APs go through this list to associate with a controller. If the primary controlleris unavailable or does not respond, the remote AP continues through the list until it finds an available controller. This provides redundancy and failover protection.

Where is the reboot button on AP?

You can also use the Reboot AP Now button at the bottom of the Diagnostic window reboots the remote AP.

Do you need an AP license for a controller?

You must install one or more AP licenses in the controller. There are several AP licenses available that support different maximum numbers of APs. The licenses are cumulative; each additional license installed increases the maximum number of APs supported by the controller.

Securely work from home

Compact and cost-effective, the 203R Series APs offer a variety of enterprise-class features giving remote workers the same high-quality Wi-Fi 5 experience they get at corporate headquarters.

Multifunctional connectivity for home and small branch offices

The multifunctional 203R Series remote APs support both wall-box and desk-mount deployments, delivering secure and fast 802.11ac wireless and wired network access to corporate resources.

Details and Specifications for the Aruba 203R Series APs

Combining the patterns of each of the antennas of the MIMO radios, the peak gain of the effective per-antenna pattern is -0.4dBi in 2.4GHz and 0.5dBi in 5GHz.

Connecting remote workers has never been so challenging

Do you have what you need to bring your distributed workforce together? Here’s how our remote access points (RAPs) can help them connect securely, with ease.

The difference in Aruba's products

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Questions? We're here to help

From offering expert advice to solving complex problems, we've got you covered. Get in touch with a Aruba Networks Solutions Specialist today to learn more!

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