Virtual Labs

Deploy convenient virtual computing labs and print kiosks anywhere on campus with pervasive Wi-Fi

At many schools, dedicated computer labs are going the way of the typewriter. With virtualization and pervasive Wi-Fi, schools can locate virtual computing labs and print kiosks anywhere on campus, make wireless services available indoors and outdoors, and much more:

• Extend virtualization to student computing and printing services. Students get convenient wireless LAN (WLAN) access to the applications and services they need no matter where they are on campus. As a result, schools can reclaim valuable real estate for collaborative spaces or classrooms.
• Deploy campus-wide wireless services both indoors and outdoors. By deploying a single WLAN solution for indoor and outdoor coverage, companies can deliver a consistent user experience with stronger security and a lower total cost of ownership. All Aruba access points (APs) can operate as a mesh, making it simple to provide coverage outside and to other areas that are hard to wire.
• Ensure a reliable user experience. Aruba’s Adaptive Radio Management (ARM) self-optimizes WLAN coverage using the entire available 802.11 spectrum. ARM provides additional infrastructure-controlled, self-healing if an AP fails, band-steering for interference avoidance, spectrum load balancing and application-aware RF scanning in real time without user intervention.
• Strong partner ecosystem. Aruba works flawlessly with leading virtualization software. For example, Citrix and Aruba provide network and application solutions through Aruba’s Virtual Branch Network (VBN) solution and Citrix XenApp® application virtualization technology.