HPE Expands AI Automation and Third-Party Monitoring with Latest Aruba Central Update

Hewlett Packard Enterprise has announced a major update to HPE Aruba Networking Central, focusing on deeper AI-powered automation and broader network visibility. This latest release introduces enhanced capabilities that help IT teams better manage increasingly complex environments, while improving end-user experience through smarter analytics and streamlined operations.

One of the most significant additions is the improved device monitoring, the update also introduces a more powerful network configuration engine and new AI-generated optimization features. These advancements are fueled by data from a rapidly growing customer base, allowing the platform to deliver more accurate insights and adaptive recommendations over time.

As adoption of Aruba Central continues to accelerate, so does the expansion of its data lake—enabling better-informed decisions, enhanced security, and increased performance across modern enterprise networks.
The update reinforces HPE’s vision of delivering a unified, AI-driven network management platform built for scalability and flexibility.

About Aruba Central

Aruba Central is a modern cloud-based networking platform designed to simplify the management of today's increasingly distributed IT environments. As the central hub of the Aruba ESP (Edge Services Platform), it offers unified control over wired and wireless LANs, WANs, and VPNs—whether deployed in branch offices, remote sites, or across large campus networks.

The platform combines intelligent automation, AI-powered insights, and built-in security to help IT teams streamline operations and proactively manage performance. Features like real-time upgrades, in-depth reporting, and integrated support tools make day-to-day network management more efficient and less resource-intensive.

Thanks to its cloud-native, microservices architecture, Aruba Central delivers the scalability and resilience enterprises require, while remaining accessible for small and mid-sized businesses. With intuitive dashboards and guided workflows, it empowers IT teams—regardless of size—to reduce complexity, improve visibility, and focus on strategic initiatives rather than routine maintenance.

Key Features of Aruba Central

 

Aruba Central offers a comprehensive set of features designed to streamline network management and improve operational efficiency:

  • Centralized control for wired, wireless, VPN, and SD-WAN networks, all from a single interface

  • AI-powered analytics to quickly identify issues and continuously optimize network performance

  • Integration with Aruba UXI for real-time monitoring of end-user experience and application performance

  • Built-in threat protection with advanced intrusion detection and prevention capabilities

  • Robust tools to manage and troubleshoot networks in remote and hybrid work environments

  • Open APIs and webhook support for seamless integration with third-party IT systems

  • Smart support experience with live chat and AI-driven search capabilities

  • Flexible deployment options including SaaS, on-premises, and managed service models

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