HPE Aruba ClearPass Network Access Control VM License
HPE Aruba ClearPass VM licensing provides essential network access control and policy enforcement for your business network, ensuring secure connections for all users and devices.
- Access to: Advanced network access control features for secure wired and wireless connectivity.
- Coverage for: Policy enforcement across diverse user types and device profiles.
- Protection against: Unauthorized network access and potential security breaches.
- Entitlement to: Centralized management and visibility of network endpoints.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a virtual machine (VM) license for HPE Aruba ClearPass, a robust platform for network access control (NAC) and policy management. It enables organizations to define and enforce security policies for all users and devices attempting to connect to their network, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize ClearPass to gain granular control over network access, segment traffic, and automate security responses. It integrates with existing network infrastructure, providing a unified view of network activity and enhancing overall security posture.
- Secure Network Access: Enforce granular access policies for users and devices.
- Device Visibility: Identify and profile all connected endpoints automatically.
- Policy Enforcement: Dynamically assign network access based on role and security posture.
- Guest Access Management: Provide secure, self-service portals for visitor access.
- Compliance Reporting: Generate reports to meet regulatory and internal security requirements.
This HPE Aruba ClearPass VM license is ideal for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to enhance network security and simplify access management without enterprise-level complexity.
What This Enables
Enable secure network access for all users
Enable teams to define and enforce granular access policies for employees, contractors, and guests connecting to the corporate network. Streamline the onboarding and offboarding of users with automated policy assignments based on roles and device types.
corporate networks, BYOD environments, remote work policies, hybrid cloud deployments
Automate device identification and profiling
Automate the discovery and profiling of all devices connected to the network, including IoT devices and personal endpoints. Streamline security operations by providing IT with immediate visibility into every connected asset.
network visibility initiatives, IoT device management, endpoint security posture assessment, IT asset inventory
Enhance security posture with policy enforcement
Streamline security operations by dynamically enforcing access policies based on user identity, device health, and location. Protect sensitive data by ensuring only authorized and compliant devices access critical resources.
zero trust network architecture, regulatory compliance mandates, threat mitigation strategies, network segmentation
Key Features
Centralized Policy Management
Simplify the administration of network access rules across wired and wireless environments from a single console.
Device Profiling and Posture Assessment
Automatically identify and assess the security health of all connected devices to prevent the introduction of malware.
Role-Based Access Control
Ensure users and devices only have access to the network resources they are authorized to use, based on their role and context.
Guest and On-Demand Access
Provide secure, controlled network access for visitors and temporary users through intuitive self-service portals.
Integration with Security Ecosystem
Enhance threat detection and response by integrating with firewalls, SIEMs, and other security tools.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security controls and compliance with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making robust network access control essential for protecting sensitive customer data and transaction integrity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must comply with HIPAA regulations, necessitating secure access to patient data and medical devices. ClearPass helps segment networks and control access to sensitive health information (PHI).
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality groups need to secure customer Wi-Fi, protect payment card data (PCI DSS), and manage access for a high volume of diverse devices, including point-of-sale systems and guest devices.
Education & Research
Educational institutions manage a large and dynamic user base of students, faculty, and guests, requiring secure and scalable network access solutions that can handle diverse device types and usage policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HPE Aruba ClearPass?
HPE Aruba ClearPass is a network access control (NAC) and policy management solution that provides secure access for users and devices to your wired, wireless, and VPN networks. It helps enforce security policies and gain visibility into network activity.
What does a VM license enable?
A VM license allows you to deploy and run the HPE Aruba ClearPass software on your own virtualized server infrastructure. It grants you the right to use the ClearPass platform's features and capabilities within your virtual environment.
Who is this license intended for?
This license is designed for businesses, particularly SMBs and mid-market companies, that use IT for their own operations and require robust network access control. It is not intended for resellers or other IT service providers.
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.