Access Points (AP Licenses)
Manage Wi-Fi networks with AI optimization, client insights, and zero-touch provisioning.
→ Choose Foundation or Advanced based on your visibility and automation needs.
HPE ARUBA NETWORKING CENTRAL
AI-powered network management that helps you see more, fix faster, and stay secure — from edge to cloud.
Meet New Aruba Central: a reimagined platform with a sleek interface, intelligent insights, and real-time responsiveness. Designed to simplify network operations so your team can move from reactive to proactive.
AI/ML Insights
2× Faster Performance
Time Travel Analytics
From Reactive to Predictive — AI That Works for You
Experience next-generation network management with intelligent automation, predictive insights, and unprecedented speed.
New Sleek UI
Navigate via a solar-system layout with 3D map views and intuitive topology visualization. Designed for speed and simplicity.
- 3D topology visualization
- Intuitive navigation
- Optimized for performance
AI/ML-Driven Insights
Proactively detect anomalies and get guided recommendations before issues impact users.
- Anomaly detection
- Guided recommendations
- Predictive analytics
Time Travel
Rewind up to 90 days to review network behavior, troubleshoot faster, and learn from history.
- 90-day historical data
- Root cause analysis
- Event playback
Faster Performance
2× more responsive than Classic Central — optimized for real-time operations.
Migration Ready
Classic Central remains supported for one year. No new license needed to migrate.
"With Aruba Central's AI-powered visibility, we cut setup time from months to hours."
Choose the Right Version for Your Network
Flexible licensing options designed to scale with your business — from essential network management to advanced AI-powered automation.
Foundation License
Best For: Organizations that want essential network management, cloud control, and baseline AI insights.
Includes:
- Cloud-based monitoring, onboarding, and configuration
- Health and performance dashboards
- AI-driven anomaly detection
- 24/7 Aruba support and software updates
Typical Use:
Schools, small businesses, retail, or distributed branches.
Advanced License
Best For: Enterprises that need deep analytics, predictive AI, and automated troubleshooting.
Includes:
- All Foundation features
- Advanced AI/ML analysis and "Time Travel" up to 90 days
- Full automation and remediation recommendations
- Advanced security and compliance reporting
Typical Use:
Large campuses, service providers, or global enterprises.
Deployment Options
| Option | Description | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud-Delivered | Managed by Aruba via HPE GreenLake. Always up-to-date, zero maintenance. | Businesses wanting scalability and simplicity. |
| On-Premises Appliance | Hosted locally with full control over data and compliance. | Government, finance, healthcare, or high-security environments. |
| Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) | Dedicated Aruba-managed instance for sensitive data needs. | Enterprises balancing control and flexibility. |
Note: All options support the same license structure — Foundation or Advanced.
Subscription Terms
Duration Choices: 1, 3, 5, 7, or 10 years
Quick Guide:
- Shorter terms → lower upfront cost, flexible budgeting
- Longer terms → better value, fewer renewals
Migration & Support
Migration:
No new license is needed to move from Classic Central — simply update your environment when you're ready. A dedicated migration tool is coming soon.
Support:
Optional Next Business Day (NBD) Hardware Support available for on-prem appliances (1- to 5-year terms).
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Choose the Right Aruba Central Subscription for How You Work
Aruba Central is built to scale with you — whether you're managing a few access points or thousands of switches across global locations. That's why Aruba offers flexible subscription-based licensing, letting you pick the level of functionality, deployment style, and duration that best fit your business.
All licenses include AI-powered management, security, and analytics, but you can upgrade for deeper automation, longer coverage, and on-premises options. And best of all — no new license is needed when migrating from Classic Central.
Foundation vs Advanced Licenses — What's the Difference?
| Feature | Foundation License | Advanced License |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Small to mid-size deployments needing essential monitoring and management. | Enterprises needing full AI, automation, and deep analytics. |
| Includes | Cloud-based device onboarding, configuration, and visibility. | Everything in Foundation plus advanced AI insights, proactive alerting, and automated optimization. |
| AI Capabilities | Baseline anomaly detection and health monitoring. | Full AI/ML engine with predictive recommendations and root-cause correlation. |
| Reporting | Standard dashboards and logs. | Custom analytics, alert automation, and "Time Travel" event playback up to 90 days. |
| Licensing Term | 1–10 years (subscription). | 1–10 years (subscription). |
| Typical Use Cases | Schools, retail stores, or distributed branches. | Large campuses, data centers, or multi-site enterprises. |
Customer takeaway: If you want reliable, cloud-based management — start with Foundation. If your network is critical and you need AI-driven intelligence — choose Advanced.
Device-Specific Subscriptions — Tailored for Your Network Type
Aruba Central licenses are designed around the devices you manage, so you only pay for what you actually deploy.
Switch Licenses
Control wired networks with full-stack monitoring, topology visualization, and power management.
→ Available for multiple switch families (25xx, 62xx, 63xx, 64xx, 8xxx).
Gateway Licenses
Manage branch connectivity, SD-WAN, and WAN optimization under the same platform.
→ Perfect for distributed or hybrid cloud environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about the New Aruba Central, licensing, and migration.
No. Your current Central licenses automatically apply to the new interface.
Yes. Aruba Central supports hybrid environments seamlessly, allowing you to combine cloud-delivered and on-premises deployments.
Both Foundation and Advanced include AI capabilities. Advanced expands it with predictive analytics, automated fixes, and Time Travel functionality for up to 90 days of historical data.
Classic Central will remain supported for one year, giving you time to migrate to the new interface when ready.
Foundation provides essential cloud-based network management with baseline AI monitoring. Advanced adds predictive AI/ML analytics, Time Travel historical playback, automated remediation, and advanced security reporting — ideal for mission-critical networks.
See the New Aruba Central in Action
Watch how the redesigned interface, AI insights, and Time Travel features transform network management.
Pricing Notes:
- Pricing and product availability subject to change without notice.
Aruba Networks Products
Central Foundation Subscription Licenses for Aruba Access Points For Cloud Deployments
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Central On-Premises Server Appliances
Central On-Premises Foundation Licenses for Access Points
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Central On-Premises Foundation Licenses for Aruba Switches
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Next Business Day (NBD) Hardware Support SKUs for Central On-Premises Appliances
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