HPE 7210DC Wireless LAN Controller
Best high-capacity controller for large-scale enterprise network security.
This is the heavy-duty backbone for massive enterprise networks that demand zero downtime. It trades compact simplicity for raw, industrial-grade power and redundancy, ensuring that thousands of devices stay connected and secure without a hiccup. It is overkill for small offices, but essential for environments where the network simply cannot fail.
$16172.56
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Hummingbird Networks
Who it's for
- IT managers overseeing massive campus or data center networks
- Network administrators requiring zero-downtime for mission-critical operations
- Security teams needing granular control over network traffic policies
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious organizations wary of recurring licensing fees
- Teams lacking dedicated, highly trained network engineering staff
- Small businesses needing lightweight or cloud-managed networking solutions
Performance breakdown
Scalability
Handles up to 32,000 devices, easily supporting massive enterprise-level deployments.
Firewall Throughput
Delivers a robust 40 Gbps, ensuring high-speed security without network bottlenecks.
Reliability
Redundant power and hot-swappable fans keep critical infrastructure running without interruption.
Application Visibility
AppRF technology provides granular insight into user activity and application usage.
Management Complexity
Powerful CLI-based control offers precision but requires experienced network administration.
Security Depth
Integrated IPS and VPN capabilities provide a comprehensive, hardened security perimeter.
Key Specs
Form Factor
Desktop (Rack-mountable/Wall Mountable capable)
Total Ethernet Ports
2 (Dual-media: 1000BASE-X or 10/100/1000BASE-T)
USB Ports
1 (USB 2.0 Type-A)
Firewall Throughput
40 Gbps
Switching Capacity
40 Gbps
Weight
7.45 kg (Approx. 16.42 lb)
Dimensions
444.5 mm (W) x 444.5 mm (D) x 45.72 mm (H)
Redundancy
Dual, field-replaceable redundant power supplies
Management Interface
Command Line Interface (CLI)
Ethernet Port Speed
Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet
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