Aruba ClearPass

Game Changer

Vorteile:

Aruab Clearpass integration with RADIUS is unmatched. Mac Auth'ing has never been easier. Set it and forget it type of configuration.

Nachteile:

I have used Clearpass PM and Guest services for 2 years now and no cons to list.

Configuration is simple, it also works with the iPhone app.

Kommentare: We switched to this secure connection product when we started working from home. We were concerned about the initial setup because it is a commercial product, but it was simple to set up with the iPhone app and I was able to start using it within 10 minutes of setting it up. I liked it from the start; the video conferencing has been comfortable and uninterrupted. Furthermore, the connection status can be viewed, and we were able to replace security with peace of mind. Previously, when adding access points, settings had to be configured individually; however, with this product, settings are made automatically when connecting to the company LAN, so no time is wasted on setting up or troubleshooting. The guest Wi-Fi feature is extremely useful.

Vorteile:

The setup and operation were simple, and we were able to use them right away because the instructions were brief and easy to follow. There was a time when I couldn't connect, but I quickly identified and resolved the issue.

Nachteile:

When using it, there are no operational issues. If possible, set the SSID as the default access point to broaden the range of protection.

Aruba ClearPass

Kommentare: More good than bad - allowed us to expand our internal wireless options that we were withholding without additional security. Would consider using for port security as well, but cost prohibitive for us.

Vorteile:

Granular control - very easy to specificy multiple criteria for securing your assets. Vendor agnostic - works across many other brands of network gear.

Nachteile:

Steep learning curve, although support can assist. Some support ventures has taken too long to resolve, which seems to be due to complexity of the product.

NAC that is getting something more...

Kommentare: NAC,
Guest authentication
"Colorless wired port setup"
Reporting
Network inventory as side-effect

Vorteile:

Features, stability, interoperability, security

Nachteile:

Price, different speed in terms of evolution between different modules

ClearPass as overseeing the LAN/WiFI ecosystem

Kommentare: I mainly use CelarPass to authenticate devices on wired and wireless networks. My overall impression is very positive. I solve business problems such as secure connection to the wifi network of company mobile phones or authentication of guests in the wifi network.

Vorteile:

Extensive functionality of the radius server and creating a guest captive portal.

Nachteile:

Relatively difficult for novices, but ASP Aruba provides guides.