Description
The HPE Aruba Networking 9106 Hybrid Gateway is a high-performance, cloud-managed edge appliance purpose-built to deliver seamless enterprise services to large branch offices and small campus networks. Powered by ArubaOS 10.6 and managed through Aruba Central, this hybrid gateway provides reliable 24/7 Wi-Fi roaming, scalable performance, and AI-driven management for modern edge networking needs.
Supporting up to 4,000 APs and 10,000 clients, the 9106 Gateway ensures robust connectivity and resiliency with features like clustering, redundancy, and live upgrades. With advanced firewall and dynamic segmentation, it provides secure, role-based access for both users and IoT devices across LAN, WAN, and SD-WAN networks. Versatile deployment modes include SD-Branch Gateway, Cloud Wireless Gateway, and VPN Concentrator (VPNC).
Designed for easy installation in a 1U rack-mount form factor, this 6-port gateway supports high-speed 10GbE and 1GbE interfaces, PoE, and dynamic traffic segmentation—all optimized for enterprise-class wired and wireless performance.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Hybrid Cloud-Managed Gateway |
| Model | HPE Aruba 9106 |
| Part Number | S0B85A#ABA |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-Mountable, Desktop |
| Management | Cloud-Managed via Aruba Central, ArubaOS 10.6 |
| Connectivity | Wired |
| Ports | 2 x 10GbE SFP+, 2 x 1GbE RJ-45/SFP, 2 x 1GbE RJ-45 PoE, Console (RJ-45, USB-C), USB 3.0 |
| Max APs per Gateway / Cluster | 2,000 / 4,000 |
| Max Clients per Gateway / Cluster | 8,000 / 32,000 |
| Max Concurrent IPSec Tunnels | 16,000 |
| Max Throughput | 10 Gbps |
| Firewall / Sessions | L4-7 Stateful Firewall / 2 Million Sessions |
| Redundancy & Clustering | N+1 / NxN with hitless failover |
| Mounting | Rack mounting kit (2-post) included |
| Power Supply | External Power Adapter, 165W (150W operational) |
| PoE Support | Yes (60W via Ethernet ports) |
| OS Required | ArubaOS 10.6 |
| Compliance & Certifications | FCC, UL, CSA, VCCI, EN55032 Class A, etc. |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 1.7 in x 11.6 in x 7.9 in |
| Weight | 5.08 lbs (2.3 kg) |
| Environment | Operating Temp: 32–104°F, Humidity: 10–90% RH (non-condensing) |
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited Parts & Labor |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
Some products—such as custom orders, special-order items, audio gear, software, and LED video walls—are non-returnable. Non-defective returns may be subject to a 20–30% restocking fee, and customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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