Connecting Aruba Controllers to Aruba Central

The Aruba Controllers can automatically provision themselves and connect to Aruba Central once they are powered on.

To provision Controllers you must configure SNMPSimple Network Management Protocol. SNMP is a TCP/IP standard protocol for managing devices on IP networks. Devices that typically support SNMP include routers, switches, servers, workstations, printers, modem racks, and more. It is used mostly in network management systems to monitor network-attached devices for conditions that warrant administrative attention.  and HTTPSHypertext Transfer Protocol Secure. HTTPS is a variant of the HTTP that adds a layer of security on the data in transit through a secure socket layer or transport layer security protocol connection. Connection Profiles.

To configure connection profiles for adding controllers:

1. In the Account Home page, under Global Settings, click Device Inventory.
2. Select Controllers and click Controller Management. The Controller Management pop-up window opens.
3. Under Connection Profile, configure the SNMP and HTTPS connection profiles as per your requirement.
4. To add an SNMP connection profile:
   1. Click SNMP and add the following details:
      • Name—Name of the connection profile.
      • SNMP Version—SNMP version, for example V2 or V3.
      • Community String—Community string required for the management of controller.
      • Click Save.
5. To add an HTTPS connection profile:
   1. Click HTTPS and add the following details:
      • Name—Name of the connection profile.
      • HTTPS User—Username for HTTPS authentication.
      • HTTPS Password and Confirm HTTPS Password—Password for HTTPS authentication.
   2. Click Save.

Adding a Controller

To add controllers, click the Add MM/Controllers tab.

1. Click + to add a controller.
2. Enter a name for the controller.
3. Enter the IP address of the controller.
4. Select an SNMP or HTTPS profile.
5. Click Save.
6. Return to the Device Inventory page and verify if your controller is added.

Controllers come up in the Monitoring page only if it is licensed. You can choose auto subscription or license each controller manually. For more information on licensing, see Managing Licenses.