Default Access Methods
Default IPs
- Instant AP: 172.16.0.1
- Controller: 172.16.1.1
- Alternative: 192.168.1.1
Default Username
admin
Default Password
admin (check documentation for specific models)
Popular Aruba Solutions
Access Points
- AP-535 (WiFi 6)
- AP-555 (WiFi 6E)
- AP-575 (Outdoor)
- Instant AP Series
Controllers
- 7200 Series
- 9000 Series
- Mobility Master
- Virtual Gateway
Switches
- CX 6300 Series
- CX 8360 Series
- 2930F Series
- 6400 Series
Security
- ClearPass
- User Experience Insight
- NetEdit
- AirWave
Key Features
WiFi 6E
Latest wireless standards
Security
Zero-trust architecture
Central
Cloud management
ESP
Edge Services Platform
Instant AP Configuration
1
Initial Setup
- Connect AP to network
- Access default IP
- Login to web interface
- Run setup wizard
2
Network Configuration
- Configure SSIDs
- Set security policies
- Enable guest access
- Configure VLANs
3
Advanced Features
- Enable Airwave/Central
- Configure ARM
- Set up AppRF
- Enable ClientMatch
Common Issues & Solutions
Connectivity Issues
- Check PoE status
- Verify VLAN config
- Test uplink ports
- Monitor CPU usage
Controller Problems
- Verify licenses
- Check AP capacity
- Monitor memory usage
- Update firmware
Authentication Issues
- Check RADIUS settings
- Verify certificates
- Test user roles
- Monitor ClearPass