Enterprise network provider Aruba Networks has unveiled a new architecture called MOVE (Mobile Virtual Enterprise) for context-aware networking that the company says will help unify wired and wireless into a cohesive network access solution. The idea here is to link access privileges to a user's identity and enforce their security policies across the corporate network. According to Aruba, the modern business environment is changing from one of desk-bound wired users to one where demand for mobility (and wireless access) is proving to be "far greater."

In a bid to simplify deployment of its wireless access points, Aruba also announced a new Aruba Instant access point family that the company says can be up-and-running after a three-minute installation process. Network World described how it works best: "In a remote site, with a group of these access points deployed, one runs a subset of Aruba's controller software, acting as a controller to the rest of the WLAN."

In addition, Aruba is also rolling out a series of new products such as the new S3500 series of Ethernet switches designed to actively seek out an Aruba Mobility Controller. Once found, the relevant client and security policies are then downloaded and applied on connected client devices--automatically. Three new access points were also launched, which includes the AP-134 and AP-135 indoor access points with dual-radio 3x3 MIMO for up to 450Mbps per radio, and the 2x2 MIMO AP-175 outdoor access point. The Aruba Instant AP is expected to be available this month, while the S3500 switch and the new access points are scheduled to ship in April.

For more on this story:
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- check out this article at SecurityInfoWatch
- check out this article at CRN

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