HPE Aruba ClearPass Network Access Control Licensing
HPE Aruba ClearPass Network Access Control licensing provides essential security and policy enforcement for your business network infrastructure.
- License Term: Annual subscription for continuous access to network security features.
- Capacity: Supports up to 500 network access control endpoints.
- Platform: Applicable to HPE Aruba ClearPass network access control solutions.
- Value: Ensures compliance, enhances security posture, and maintains network integrity.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This HPE Aruba ClearPass Network Access Control (NL AC) license provides a 1-year subscription for controlling and securing network access for up to 500 endpoints. It unlocks advanced policy enforcement, device profiling, and guest access management capabilities within the Aruba ClearPass platform.
Designed for businesses that require granular control over who and what connects to their network, this license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals managing SMB and mid-market environments. It integrates with existing wired and wireless infrastructure to enforce security policies consistently.
- Network Segmentation: Define and enforce policies to segment network traffic based on user, device, and location.
- Device Visibility: Gain comprehensive visibility into all devices connecting to the network, including BYOD and IoT.
- Guest Access Management: Streamline onboarding and secure access for visitors and contractors.
- Policy Enforcement: Automate the application of security policies to ensure compliance and reduce risk.
- Compliance Reporting: Generate reports to demonstrate adherence to internal security standards and external regulations.
Secure your business network with essential access control capabilities, ensuring compliance and operational continuity for your IT environment.
What This Enables
Enable granular network access control
Enable teams to define and enforce granular access policies based on user roles, device types, and security posture. Streamline the onboarding of new devices and users while maintaining a strong security perimeter.
wired networks, wireless networks, BYOD policies, IoT device management
Enhance network security posture
Automate the enforcement of security policies across wired and wireless networks, ensuring that only compliant and authorized devices can access network resources. Protect sensitive business data from unauthorized access and potential threats.
network segmentation, threat mitigation, security policy enforcement, compliance adherence
Simplify guest and contractor access
Streamline the process of providing secure and controlled network access for guests, visitors, and temporary contractors. Ensure that external users have access only to the resources they need, minimizing security risks.
guest Wi-Fi, temporary access, visitor management, secure onboarding
Key Features
Network Access Control (NAC)
Enforce security policies for all devices connecting to the network, reducing the risk of unauthorized access and malware.
Policy Management
Define and manage access policies based on user identity, device type, and location for granular control.
Device Profiling
Automatically identify and classify devices connecting to the network, enabling tailored security policies.
Guest Access
Provide a secure and streamlined experience for guests and contractors accessing the network.
Subscription Licensing
Benefit from continuous access to the latest features and security updates through an annual subscription model.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security and compliance to protect sensitive customer data and adhere to regulations like PCI DSS and GDPR.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must comply with HIPAA and other regulations, necessitating secure access to patient data and medical devices.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle confidential client information and need robust security to prevent breaches and maintain client trust.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage large networks with diverse users and devices, requiring secure access control to protect student data and research intellectual property.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HPE Aruba ClearPass Network Access Control?
HPE Aruba ClearPass Network Access Control is a platform that provides visibility, control, and policy enforcement for wired, wireless, and VPN connections. It helps organizations secure their networks by ensuring that only authorized and compliant devices can access resources.
What does the '500 CE' in the product name signify?
The '500 CE' typically refers to the capacity of the license, indicating support for up to 500 endpoints or concurrent sessions managed by the ClearPass platform.
What is the benefit of a subscription license?
A subscription license provides continuous access to the software's features, updates, and support for the duration of the subscription term. This model ensures you always have the latest security patches and functionalities without large upfront capital expenditures.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.