CASE STUDY control , voice and video communications , public announcement systems , as well as more advanced IoT services such as seismic activity detection sensors . The temple will host multiple festivals and events throughout the year , and hence a scalable , secure , and flexible infrastructure is vital for their operation .
The ExtremeSwitching 5000 Series are Extreme ’ s cloud-ready , universal switch platforms designed for wiring closet and network edge environments . They are purpose-built for future-ready services , with superior performance and functionality over earlier generation Extreme switching hardware .
As universal hardware platforms , the 5000 Series offer a user-selectable choice of Extreme ’ s flagship operating systems allowing flexible deployment of different feature sets and use cases .
The 5000 Series supports ExtremeCloud IQ-based management and automation services that simplify network operations . Cloud-based OS selection as well as license activation make 5000 Series onboarding easy along with switch licenses that can be pooled and easily transferred between devices . to be built in the Middle East , has selected HPE to create a one-of-a-kind digital experience for visitors of the mandir , enabled through a comprehensive HPE Aruba Networking Wi-Fi solution .
Maan Al-Shakari , Regional Director META , Extreme Networks
This makes the 5000 Series together with ExtremeCloud IQ a uniquely powerful solution that delivers a more scalable , distributed , and user friendly experience in support of the Infinite Enterprise .
With Extreme Fabric Connect and Universal 5000 Series switches , the temple can support advanced applications and services throughout the new complex . These include seamless visitor management applications , security cameras and other IoT devices , staff devices and the temple ’ s AV system .
Further , the 5000 Series switches are fabric and cloud-ready , enabling the temple to change its OS should its needs change over time and transfer or pool licenses between devices , helping extend the life of its hardware investment .
The BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi will use the HPE Aruba Networking Central cloud network management platform to simplify operations , leveraging artificial intelligence for IT operations , AIOps to reduce manual tasks when managing the HPE Aruba Networking Wi-Fi 6E access points .
With several thousand people expected to visit the temple per day , the BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi prioritises the security of its network and the safety of its users . Using HPE Aruba Networking Central , the temple ’ s IT team will have granular control over the network , access policies and full visibility of the network users . HPE Aruba Networking Central ’ s abilities to monitor , alert and troubleshoot issues will also help the temple ensure the digital safety of the visitors and create new services .
" Starting with a secure and scalable digital foundation will help the BAPS Hindu Mandir minimise manual tasks for its IT team and maximise its technology ROI , something very important in a new build project of this size , while offering incredible visitor experiences that they can build upon throughout the temple ’ s future ,” says Maan Al-Shakari , Regional Director META , Extreme Networks .
The HPE Aruba Networking platform
HPE also announced the BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi , the first traditional Hindu stone temple-mandir
“ In our endeavours to create these kinds of experiences partners like HPE Aruba Networking are key to helping us to continuously innovate and connect with each and every one , keeping technology in the service of humanity and with human experience at the forefront ,” explains Sadhu Aksharatitdas .
“ While every customer we work with is special in its own way , the BAPS Hindu Mandir is unique case with the main focus of the project being the cultural and spiritual experience instead of business outcomes ,” said Zeeshan Hadi , Country Manager Aruba UAE and Africa , HPE Aruba Networking . p
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