Fundamentals & Core Principles Flashcards

Which Aruba technology provides role-based access control by dynamically assigning policies to users regardless of their network access method?

Answer: Dynamic Segmentation

Dynamic Segmentation enforces consistent, role-based policies on users whether they connect via wired or wireless infrastructure.

In Aruba's Zero Trust Security model, what is the default access stance for any device attempting to connect to the network?

Answer: Deny all until identity is verified

Zero Trust assumes no implicit trust; every device must be verified before access is granted.

What does the Aruba Central platform primarily provide to network administrators?

Answer: Cloud-based network management and analytics

Aruba Central is a cloud-native platform that provides unified management, monitoring, and AI-driven insights for Aruba infrastructure.

Which authentication framework does Aruba ClearPass primarily use to authenticate wired and wireless users?

Answer: RADIUS and 802.1X

ClearPass Policy Manager uses RADIUS and 802.1X as the core framework for authenticating and authorizing network users and devices.

In Aruba OS-CX, what is the purpose of a VRF (Virtual Routing and Forwarding) instance?

Answer: To provide isolated Layer 3 routing tables on a single switch

VRF creates multiple independent routing tables on a single device, enabling network segmentation at Layer 3.

Which Aruba feature uses AI/ML to automatically optimize 5 GHz channel and power assignments across an RF environment?

Answer: AirMatch

AirMatch is Aruba's AI-driven RF optimization engine that calculates and applies optimal channel and power settings network-wide.

What is the primary role of the Aruba Mobility Master in a hierarchical Aruba WLAN deployment?

Answer: Centrally manage and push configuration to Mobility Controllers

Mobility Master sits at the top of the Aruba hierarchy and manages Mobility Controllers, handling licensing and global configuration.