HPE Intelligent Management Center Smart Connect With WLAN Manager Virtual Appliance Edition - License - 50 Access Point, 200 User

Step into a unified, enterprise-grade approach to network management with the HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) Smart Connect for WLAN Manager Virtual Appliance Edition. Engineered to streamline administration across both wired and wireless networks, this license-backed solution brings the power of centralized visibility, policy-based control, and proactive performance insights into a compact, virtual appliance designed for quick deployment on a standard PC. Whether you’re consolidating multiple sites, expanding your WLAN footprint, or optimizing user experience in a dynamic enterprise environment, this edition provides a scalable foundation that scales with your needs while delivering robust security, reliability, and operational efficiency. With the Smart Connect integration for WLAN Manager, you gain a single pane of glass to monitor, configure, and troubleshoot access points, controllers, switches, and other network elements, all from a familiar IMC interface. The electronic delivery model means you can accelerate implementation and begin realizing value faster, reducing hardware footprints and simplifying license management as you grow.

• Centralized management for wired and wireless networks: Leverage IMC’s comprehensive dashboards to monitor device health, performance, and configuration across your entire network, including wireless access points, controllers, and switches.
• Fast, PC-based deployment: The Virtual Appliance Edition is designed for quick installation on a standard PC, enabling IT teams to stand up a powerful management platform without specialized hardware or complex data-center configurations.
• License covers 50 APs and 200 users: A scalable licensing model that accommodates growing WLAN footprints while keeping administration streamlined through a single license bundle.
• Advanced WLAN monitoring and optimization: Real-time analytics, traffic insights, and proactive alerting help you optimize coverage, capacity, and user experience across your WLAN environment.
• Secure, policy-driven administration: Centralized configuration, role-based access control, automated backups, and consistent security policies safeguard network integrity and simplify compliance management.

Technical Details of HPE Intelligent Management Center Smart Connect With WLAN Manager Virtual Appliance Edition - License - 50 Access Point, 200 User

• License Type: Electronic license for Smart Connect with WLAN Manager Virtual Appliance Edition
• Access Points Supported: Up to 50 access points
• Users Supported: Up to 200 users
• Delivery Method: Electronic (digital license key) for immediate activation
• Deployment Model: Virtual Appliance Edition designed to run on a standard PC or compatible virtualization host
• Core Capabilities: Integrated WLAN management with centralized IMC platform, performance analytics, policy enforcement, and secure administration

How to install HPE Intelligent Management Center Smart Connect With WLAN Manager Virtual Appliance Edition

• Prepare your environment: Ensure your PC or virtualization host meets the minimum requirements for the IMC Smart Connect Virtual Appliance, including supported hypervisor, memory, storage, and network connectivity.
• Obtain the electronic license: Retrieve your digital license key and download the Virtual Appliance image from the designated HPE portal or authorized distributor portal.
• Deploy the Virtual Appliance: Import and run the Virtual Appliance on the chosen PC or virtualization platform, following the provided deployment wizard or installer instructions to initialize the VM.
• Activate the license: Use the license key to activate IMC Smart Connect with WLAN Manager, linking the appliance to your license entitlement and ensuring AP and user limits are respected.
• Configure initial network settings: Assign an IP address, DNS, gateway, and time synchronization preferences. Begin discovering devices, adding APs, and configuring WLAN Manager policies to start monitoring and managing your network.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is HPE IMC Smart Connect with WLAN Manager Virtual Appliance Edition?
• A: It is a license-based, virtualized management solution that combines the power of HPE Intelligent Management Center with WLAN Manager capabilities, enabling centralized control of up to 50 access points and 200 users from a single, scalable virtual appliance.
• Q: How is the delivery delivered, and how quickly can I start using it?
• A: The product is delivered electronically, allowing you to download the Virtual Appliance image and license key immediately after purchase. Activation and deployment can typically be completed within a few hours, depending on your environment.
• Q: What does the license cover?
• A: The license covers up to 50 WLAN access points and 200 users, providing centralized management, monitoring, and policy enforcement for a unified network experience across wireless and wired layers.
• Q: Can I expand beyond 50 APs or 200 users later?
• A: Yes, HPE IMC and WLAN Manager licensing typically allows for scalable upgrades. For exact upgrade paths and pricing, contact HPE or your authorized reseller.
• Q: What deployment scenarios is this edition best suited for?
• A: It is ideal for mid-sized to large enterprises seeking centralized WLAN management, rapid deployment, and a single pane of glass for monitoring and configuring both WLAN and wired network elements from a single console.