Aruba Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARUN), a global leader in wireless
LANs and secure mobility solutions, today announced the release of
its compact, dual-radio AP-105 802.11n Access Point. Value-priced
at just $695 U.S. list, Aruba expects the AP-105 to accelerate
adoption of 802.11n by offering enterprise-grade security, high
throughput, streaming video support, and other key features
previously available only in more expensive devices. While designed
to meet the demanding requirements of the largest enterprises, used
in conjunction with Aruba's recently introduced 600 Series
Controllers, the AP-105 is competitively priced for even the
smallest businesses.
Aruba also announced a reduction in the U.S. list price of its
top-of-the-line 3x3 MIMO AP-124 and AP-125 802.11n Access Points to
just $995. Both access points feature operation over standard
803.2af Power over Ethernet (PoE), dual gigabit Ethernet ports with
Secure Jack access control, high throughput rates over long ranges,
and FIPS 140-2 validation. The AP-124 includes external antenna
connectors for use with a wide range of antennas, while the AP-125
uses adjustable integrated antennas. The AP-105, AP-124, and AP-125
are all covered by Aruba's limited lifetime warranty.
"With the recent ratification of the 802.11n standard and
growing interest in replacing Ethernet networks with wireless
solutions, the time for 802.11n has come at last," said Paul
DeBeasi, Senior Analyst at Burton Group. "Given the mobility and
performance benefits to be gained by moving to 802.11n, the last
remaining barrier to widespread adoption is price." A free copy of
Paul DeBeasi's newly updated white paper, "802.11n: The End of
Ethernet?," can be downloaded from Aruba's Web site.
The AP-105 packs a wide range of advanced features into a
compact package measuring just 5.2" x 5.3" x 1.8" (132mm x 135mm x
45mm) and weighing a scant 10.56 ounces (0.3 kg). Key features
include:
-- Dual radio, 2x2 MIMO design delivers up to 300Mbps per radio;
-- Integrated antennas support both wall and ceiling mounting;
-- 802.3af PoE simplifies installation;
-- Software reconfiguration allows repurposing for connectivity, mesh,
intrusion sensor, and remote access applications -- one access point, many
uses;
-- Trusted Platform Module (TPM) securely stores network credentials and
cipher keys to protect network integrity even if the access point is probed
or stolen;
-- Adaptive Radio Management (ARM) enhances performance by managing
client behavior.
"802.11n customers typically fall into one of two categories:
those seeking the ultimate in performance and features, for which
they're willing to pay a premium, and those seeking an
enterprise-class 802.11n solution with pricing comparable to an
802.11a/b/g access point," said Dan Wilson, Vice President of
Partner Alliances at Aruba authorized reseller Accuvant. "Aruba's
AP-124 and AP-125 802.11n Access Points address the first category.
The new AP-105 is the first enterprise-class 802.11n solution we
are aware of, from any vendor, at an 802.11a/b/g price, a
breakthrough that we believe will drive open the enterprise
market."
The efficacy of Aruba's 802.11n and ARM technologies were
validated in tests conducted at the University of Washington. In
the tests, ARM increased 802.11n throughput by more than 200
percent in a mixed-client network. Additionally, ARM 2.0 enabled
101 concurrently running 802.11n and legacy 802.11a/b/g laptops to
reliably display multi-media lectures delivered via a single access
point. A free Farpoint Group white paper, "Advances In Wireless
Infrastructure Control," details the test results and can be
downloaded on-line.
"While it was a technical challenge to integrate so much
functionality into such an inexpensive and compact access point, we
believe that by doing so Aruba has really differentiated the AP-105
from products selling for up to twice the price," said Keerti
Melkote, Aruba's Co-Founder and Chief Technical Officer. "The
AP-105 targets customers in need of wire-like performance, a rich
feature set, lifetime warranty, and very competitive pricing. Those
who need redundant gigabit Ethernet ports, external antennas, 3x3
MIMO, and/or FIPS 140-2 validation will find a solution in our
award-winning AP-124 and AP-125 802.11n Access Points. Between the
AP-105 and AP-120 series we have the entire indoor 802.11n market
covered."
A free primer on 802.11n network design and infrastructure
considerations, "Designed for Speed: Network Infrastructure in an
802.11n World," is now available on-line. Topics discussed in this
newly updated white paper include how 802.11n works, how to build
hybrid 802.11a/b/g/n networks, and wiring infrastructure
considerations.
Aruba is offering generous trade-in terms for competitors'
legacy 802.11a/b/g wireless access points, as well as an
infrastructure upgrade program for existing customers. Please
contact an authorized Aruba reseller for details.
About Aruba Networks
People move. Networks must follow. Aruba securely delivers
networks to users, wherever they work or roam, using a combination
of award-winning solutions:
-- Adaptive 802.11n Wi-Fi networks optimize themselves to ensure that
users are always within reach of mission-critical information. Rightsizing
expensive wired LANs by replacing them with high-speed 802.11n Wi-Fi
reduces both capital and operating expenses;
-- Identity-based security assigns access policies to users, enforcing
those policies whenever and wherever a network is accessed;
-- Remote networking solutions for branch offices, fixed telecommuters,
and satellite facilities ensures uninterrupted remote access to
applications;
-- Multi-vendor network management provides a single point of control
while managing both legacy and new wireless networks from Aruba and its
competitors.
The cost, convenience, and security benefits of our secure
mobility solutions are fundamentally changing how and where we
work. Listed on the NASDAQ and Russell 2000® Index, Aruba is based
in Sunnyvale, California, and has operations throughout the
Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions. To learn
more, visit Aruba at http://www.arubanetworks.com. For real-time
news updates follow Aruba on Twitter at
http://twitter.com/ArubaNetworks.
© 2009 Aruba Networks, Inc. AirWave®, Aruba Networks®, Aruba
Mobility Management System®, Bluescanner, For Wireless That Works®,
Mobile Edge Architecture, People Move. Networks Must Follow., The
All-Wireless Workplace Is Now Open For Business, RFprotect, Green
Island, and The Mobile Edge Company® are trademarks.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements,
including statements related to (1) the expected performance of the
AP-105, and (2) the increased pace of adoption of the 802.11n
standard. These forward-looking statements involve risks and
uncertainties, as well as assumptions which, if they do not fully
materialize or prove incorrect, could cause the market performance
of the AP-105 and the pace of adoption of the 802.11n standard to
differ materially from those expressed or implied by such
forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements in this
press release are based on information available to us as of the
date hereof, and we assume no obligation to update these
forward-looking statements.
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Media Contacts Michael Tennefoss Aruba Networks, Inc.
+1-408-754-8034 mtennefoss@arubanetworks.com Patty Oien Breakaway
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