Master Aruba AOS 10 Architecture, WLAN, Gateways & Policies

Section 1: Master Aruba AOS 10 Architecture, WLAN, Gateways & Policies

Understand what you will learn and how this course is structured.

• Master Aruba AOS 10 Architecture, WLAN, Gateways & Policies – Introduction

Section 2: Aruba ESP Architecture

Learn the foundation of Aruba’s modern networking platform (ESP) and how it powers AOS 10.

• Introduction to Aruba ESP Architecture

Section 3: HPE GreenLake & Aruba Central Deployment

Understand how Aruba Central is delivered via GreenLake and perform real onboarding tasks.

• HPE GreenLake Overview

• What is HPE GreenLake

• Account Creation

• Workspace Creation

• Deploy Aruba Central from GreenLake

• Aruba Central GUI Introduction

• Add Devices in GreenLake

Section 4: Aruba AOS 10 Architecture & Platform Deep Dive

Build a strong architectural understanding of AOS 10, supported platforms, and Central structure.

• Aruba AOS 10 Architecture (Part 1 & 2)

• AOS 10 Services

• Supported AP Models

• Supported Gateway Models

• Supported Switch Models

• Device Network Roles (AP & Gateway)

• Central Groups, Sites & Labels (Part 1 & 2)

• Aruba Central GUI (Part 1–4)

Section 5: Aruba Central (Classic) Overview

Understand legacy Aruba Central to compare with AOS 10 and CNX evolution.

• Aruba Central (Classic)

• Aruba Central Introduction

Section 6: WLAN Profiles & AP Forwarding Modes

Master traffic forwarding concepts and WLAN behavior in real deployments.

• WLAN Profile & AP Forwarding Modes

• AP Forwarding Modes Overview

• Bridge Mode (Concept + Config)

• Tunnel Mode (Concept + Control/Data Plane + Config)

• Mixed Mode

• Traffic Forwarding Best Practices

Section 7: Aruba AP Ports & Uplink Design

Understand AP port behavior, VLAN enforcement, and redundancy design.

• Aruba AP Ports Overview

• Uplink & Downlink Ports

• Default Uplink Port Profile

• Uplink Profile Configuration

• VLAN Enforcement

• Dual Uplink Ports

• Active-Standby Mode

• Active-Active Mode

• Downlink Port Profile

Section 8: Aruba Gateway Fundamentals

Learn gateway roles, personas, and when to use gateways in AOS 10.

• Aruba Gateway Overview

• Aruba Mobility Gateway

• When to Use Gateway

• Gateway Persona

• Gateway Models

Section 9: Aruba Gateway Clustering (Advanced)

Deep dive into clustering, redundancy, and traffic distribution mechanisms.

• Gateway Cluster Overview

• Homogeneous vs Heterogeneous Clusters

• Bucket Maps

• Gateway Roles in Cluster

• DDG, SDG, UDG, VDG Concepts

• Clustering Modes

• Auto Group Clustering

• Auto Site Clustering

• Manual Clustering

• Cluster Leader Election

Section 10: Aruba Roles, Policies & Rules

Master policy enforcement and user access control in AOS 10.

• Roles, Policies & Rules Overview

• Profiles (Part 1 & 2)

• Role Assignment

• Default Roles

• User-Defined Roles

• Global Client Roles

• Roles Configuration

• Role Assignment (Bridge Mode)

• Role Assignment (Tunnel Mode)

  
  

Requirements / Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of networking concepts (CCNA level recommended)

• Familiarity with IP addressing, VLANs, routing, and wireless basics

• Prior exposure to networking devices (switches, routers, or access points) is helpful

• No prior Aruba experience is required – everything is explained from fundamentals to advanced

Who This Course is For

• Network Engineers (L1 / L2 / L3) looking to upgrade to Aruba AOS 10

• Wireless Engineers working with Aruba or planning to transition

• Professionals preparing for Aruba certifications

• Network Architects and Senior Engineers who want deeper design understanding

• Anyone interested in cloud-managed networking and modern enterprise WLAN architectures