AirGroup

In today’s interconnected and mobile-centric world, seamless communication and interaction between devices are essential. HPE Aruba Networking’s AirGroup service emerges as a powerful solution designed to bridge the gap between diverse devices and the services they offer, enhancing the user experience within enterprise networks. At its core, it leverages zero-configuration networking to facilitate the discovery and utilization of multicast DNS (mDNS) and Simple Service Discovery Protocol (SSDP) services. These services encompass a wide range of functionalities, including Apple® AirPrint, AirPlay, Google Cast streaming, and Amazon Fire TV integration etc, all of which are integral to the modern digital workplace.

AirGroup simplifies the management of diverse devices, each with its own set of services, enabling users to seamlessly access these services from their mobile devices, laptops, and more, all within an enterprise network environment. Whether it’s sharing a presentation via AirPlay, streaming content through GoogleCast, or enjoying Amazon Fire TV services, AirGroup empowers users to be more productive and efficient.

This service is not limited to wireless connections; it seamlessly integrates wired and wireless devices, making it a comprehensive solution for modern network environments. Whether you’re in a bustling corporate office, a dynamic educational institution, or any enterprise setting, AirGroup enhances the functionality of your network by enabling devices to communicate effortlessly.

Key Features

• Service Discovery: Aruba AirGroup simplifies the process of discovering and accessing services and resources available on the network across layer 2 domains. It enables devices to automatically detect and connect to services such as printers, file servers, media devices, and other resources without the need for complex configurations.

• Device Isolation and Security: AirGroup ensures that devices can only discover and communicate with other devices within the same security and policy domain. This isolation prevents unauthorized access to sensitive information and enhances network security and privacy.

• User Role and VLAN Based Access Control: Administrators can implement user role and VLAN based access control policies using AirGroup. This allows them to define specific rules and permissions for different user groups in different VLANs, ensuring that users have appropriate access to services and resources based on their roles and VLANs.

• Enhanced User Experience: By streamlining service discovery and enabling seamless communication between devices, Aruba AirGroup improves the overall user experience. Users can effortlessly access shared resources and collaborate effectively, boosting productivity and satisfaction.

• Easy Configuration and Management: AirGroup is easy to configure and manage through Aruba Central management platform. Administrators can use a user-friendly interface to set up and monitor service discovery and communication settings efficiently.