Aruba RFProtect Spectrum Analyzer
The Aruba spectrum analyzer opens a window into the RF environment that isn’t present in other wireless LANs (WLANs).
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| Aruba RFProtect Module License (1 AP License) - includes Wireless Intrution Protection and Spectrum |
LIC-RFP-1 Our Price: $70.00 |
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| Aruba RFProtect Module License (2 AP License) - includes Wireless Intrution Protection and Spectrum |
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| Aruba RFProtect Module License (4 AP License) - includes Wireless Intrution Protection and Spectrum |
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| Aruba RFProtect Module License (8 AP License) - includes Wireless Intrution Protection and Spectrum |
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| Aruba RFProtect Module License (16 AP License) - includes Wireless Intrution Protection and Spectrum |
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| Aruba RFProtect Module License (32 AP License) - includes Wireless Intrution Protection and Spectrum |
LIC-RFP-32 Our Price: $1,600.00 |
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| Aruba RFProtect Module License (64 AP License) - includes Wireless Intrution Protection and Spectrum |
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RF interference in WLANs is inevitable and unpredictable. It can originate from neighboring Wi-Fi networks or non-Wi-Fi sources, such as 2.4-GHz cordless phones, microwave ovens, analog video cameras, gaming consoles and wireless telemetry systems. The characteristics and severity of RF interference varies based on the type and location of the device and may have an impact on client access and performance of the WLAN.
All Aruba 802.11n APs utilize Wi-Fi chipsets with integrated high-definition spectrum analysis capabilities, enabling alwayson, simultaneous spectrum analysis and wireless security monitoring. Simultaneous scanning of the RF spectrum for interference and intrusion protection eliminates the cost and complexity of separate dedicated hardware or handheld analyzers with client software. As a result, the Aruba solution is less than half the cost of other products and reduces the time spent by IT staff to manually capture RF interference events.
The ArubaOS RFProtect module includes spectrum analysis capabilities used in conjunction with Aruba's Adaptive Radio Management (ARM) technology. RFProtect Spectrum Analyzer identifies and classifies interference sources in up to 13 categories, then provides administrator analysis of the interference via 12 graphical charts, including FFT and spectrogram graphs. Aruba's Adaptive Radio Management (ARM) employs infrastructure-based controls to optimize Wi-Fi client behavior and automatically ensures that APs stay clear of Wi-Fi and non-Wi-Fi interference.
Watch the Spectrum Analyzer Video Data Sheet
Data collected by the Aruba spectrum analyzer is used to quickly isolate packet transmission problems, over-the-air quality of service (QoS) and traffic congestion caused by RF contention with other devices operating in the same band or channel. Appropriate remediation measures can then be put in place to optimize network performance.
The spectrum analyzer is used in conjunction with Aruba’s Adaptive Radio Management (ARM) technology. While the spectrum analyzer identifies and classifies Wi-Fi and non-Wi-Fi sources of interference, ARM employs infrastructure-based controls to optimize Wi-Fi client behavior and automatically ensures that APs stay clear of interference.
Unlike handheld spectrum monitoring devices requiring multiple management servers, new APs and dedicated sensors, Aruba’s spectrum analyzer utilizes the existing WLAN infrastructure –802.11n APs, Mobility Controllers and ArubaOS – to preserve capital investments and reduce operating costs.
Spectrum Analyzer Features:
- Spectrum analysis is supported on all Aruba 802.11n APs.
- Radios continue to scan for wireless security events while performing spectrum analysis.
- Provides RF noise-level info to ARM for channel optimization.
- Classification of interference in up to 13 categories including microwaves, Bluetooth devices, cordless phones, cordless base stations and fixed-frequency video and audio devices.
- Integrates fast Fourier transform (FFT) displays and spectrograms for real-time troubleshooting and visualization – no need for an external laptop with specialized software.
- Spectrum analysis data recording capability enables extended unattended data capture and playback of intermittent interference events.
- Provides 12 different spectrum analysis charts for ease of troubleshooting and RF visualization.
- Enables notifications for detected non-Wi-Fi noise events to enable faster problem resolution.
