To keep pace with network changes, NetEdit enables operators to easily change configurations on multiple devices at once using complete details of each configuration file. For example, you can centrally define the NTP or the RADIUS server address for all relevant switches, or set an ACL entry on only the access switches. NetEdit also taps into an operator's existing knowledge of CLI, so no retraining or new skills are required. Predictive assistance, such as command completion, syntax highlighting, and validation, reduces the time it takes to enter commands.

Using NetEdit, you can stage a deployment (or a rollback) on multiple switches, and validate the correct operation of switches after changes. For instance, you can determine whether a change is working properly before deploying it more widely, or you can quickly back out changes if there is a problem. Upon deployment, NetEdit automatically collects network and services state information before and after a change, and intelligently displays the difference. This lets you decide whether to keep or roll back the change within your allocated window.

Further simplification is provided through the ability to continuously monitor and ensure conformance for both corporate and regulatory policies. Validation checks can be performed on all configuration changes, including those made outside of NetEdit, such as using the switch's CLI or through Ansible.

NetEdit records all hardware and software versions, as well as other configuration changes. You can then search through and view all changes, or groups of changes. This allows you to track changes to the hardware, software, and configurations using an automated versioning feature.

Integration with the Aruba Network Analytics Engine (NAE) gives operators real-time access to advanced network analytics and built-in automation for troubleshooting, enabling faster detection and resolution of network-impacting issues. NAE natively gathers telemetry on the switch via agents that are based on Python scripts. The operator can proactively set rules to monitor and collect specific traffic or events of interest.

Aruba offers a mobile app that enables operators to install Aruba CX switches on iOS and Android devices. Switches that are connected to the network via the Aruba CX Mobile App are automatically imported into NetEdit for policy conformance verification.