Description
Enhance your campus or enterprise network with the HPE Aruba Networking AP-505 (US) Wireless Access Point, designed for high-performance Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) connectivity. Ideal for medium-density environments such as schools, businesses, and retail, the AP-505 offers dual-radio (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) support, delivering a combined data rate of up to 1.49 Gbps.
Leverage advanced features like MU-MIMO, OFDMA, WPA3 security, and Aruba Air Slice™ for dynamic bandwidth optimization. Integrated Bluetooth 5.0 and Zigbee radios enable robust IoT connectivity, while Enhanced Open™ encryption and WPA2-MPSK ensure secure access. The AP-505 also supports seamless roaming with cellular-to-Wi-Fi crossover, making it ideal for guest environments.
This model is shipped with an indoor mounting bracket and includes a limited lifetime warranty from HPE Aruba. Power is supplied via PoE (802.3af/at), simplifying installation without additional cabling.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | HPE Aruba Networking AP-505 (US) – Campus |
| Wireless Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6), Bluetooth 5.0, Zigbee-ready |
| Radio Configuration | Dual-band 2x2 MIMO (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz) |
| Maximum Data Rates | 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz), 1.2 Gbps (5 GHz), 1.49 Gbps aggregate throughput |
| Antenna Type | Internal Omni-directional (2 antennas), 5.7 dBi gain |
| Connectivity Interfaces | 1x RJ-45 1000Base-T, 1x USB 2.0 (Type-A), 1x Console (Micro-USB) |
| PoE Support | IEEE 802.3af/at compliant (8.9W typical) |
| Security | WPA3, WPA2, Enhanced Open™, WPA2-MPSK, TPM, SSL, IPSec VPN |
| IoT Support | Bluetooth LE 5.0, Zigbee, Aruba location and asset tracking services |
| Mounting Options | In-ceiling mount, mounting bracket included |
| Features | MU-MIMO, OFDMA, Aruba ClientMatch, TWT, Air Slice™, ACC, DPI |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C) |
| Humidity Tolerance | 5% to 93% RH (non-condensing) |
| MTBF | 148 years |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, UL 2043, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6, Directive 2014/53/EU, and more |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty (HPE Aruba) |
| Color | White |
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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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