HPE Aruba JX928A 7008 16 AP BRANCH Controller HPE

Description:

The HPE Aruba JX928A 7008 (US) 16 AP Branch Controller is a compact wireless LAN controller designed to manage and secure enterprise Wi-Fi networks in branch offices and small campus environments. Installed in network closets or IT rooms, it centralizes control of wireless access points, client authentication, and network policies. Network administrators and IT integrators use this controller for deploying, managing, and optimizing wireless infrastructure while reducing complexity and improving security.

Applications:

The HPE Aruba 7008 controller is used in branch offices, small to medium enterprise networks, retail locations, and remote sites to manage wireless access points and client devices. Aruba controllers provide centralized configuration, security enforcement, and traffic management for wireless networks supporting laptops, mobile devices, VoIP, and IoT deployments. It is commonly used where scalable wireless control and secure connectivity are required across distributed environments.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) / Aruba
• Model / Part Number: JX928A
• Product Type: Wireless LAN Controller (Mobility Controller)
• Series: Aruba 7000 Series
• Access Point Capacity: Up to 16 APs
• Maximum Clients: Up to 1,024 devices
• Ethernet Ports: 8 × 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports
• PoE Budget: ~100W total PoE+ output
• Throughput: ~2 Gbps firewall throughput
• Interfaces: USB 2.0, console port, Ethernet ports
• Form Factor: Compact desktop unit
• Management: Web GUI, CLI, Aruba Central / AirWave
• Security: Role-based access control, firewall, VPN support
• Mounting: Desktop or rack shelf deployment
• Application: Centralized wireless management for branch networks

Common Replacements:

• HPE Aruba 7010 Mobility Controller 
• HPE Aruba 7005 Controller 
• Cisco 3504 Wireless LAN Controller