Description
Hazardous-Location-Ready Wi-Fi 6 for Industrial Outdoor Use
The HPE Aruba Networking AP‑565EX (IL) is a ruggedized, Wi‑Fi 6-enabled outdoor access point purpose-built for hazardous environments such as oil and gas fields, mining operations, and locations with flammable gases or vapors. Certified for Class 1 Division 2 and ATEX Zone 2, it ensures safe and reliable wireless connectivity even in the harshest outdoor conditions.
With support for dual-radio 2x2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5, and Zigbee, this access point is also IoT-ready, delivering up to 1.49 Gbps aggregate throughput. Built-in security features such as WPA3, Enhanced Open, and a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) ensure device and network protection. Designed to operate in extreme temperatures (‑40°C to +65°C), it comes with internal omni-directional antennas and Zero Touch Provisioning for simplified deployment.
Note: Mounting kits and power sources are sold separately.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Number | R4W28A |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Dual Radio 2x2 MIMO |
| Antenna Type | Internal Omni Antennas (2.4 GHz: 3.2 dBi, 5 GHz: 5.4 dBi) |
| Max Data Rate | 1.49 Gbps (aggregate) |
| Client Capacity | Up to 256 clients per radio (recommended: 50 active clients per radio) |
| Radio Support | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
| IoT Radios | Bluetooth 5, 802.15.4 (Zigbee) |
| BLE/Zigbee Antenna Gain | 3.3 dBi |
| PoE Input | 802.3at/bt (Class 3 or higher), 48 VDC nominal |
| Power Consumption | Max: 15.6W, Idle: 4.2W, Deep Sleep: 1.7W |
| Ports | 1x 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45), USB-C Console, Reset Button |
| Mounting | Optional mounting kits available |
| Operating Temperature | ‑40°C to +65°C |
| Certifications | Class 1 Division 2, ATEX Zone 2, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6, UL2043, cTUVus, CE |
| Security Features | WPA3, Enhanced Open, TPM, Dynamic Segmentation, Policy Enforcement Firewall |
| Management | Aruba Central, Zero Touch Provisioning, ClientMatch |
| Form Factor | Outdoor Hardened |
| Product Dimensions (W x D x H) | 16 x 16 x 12.1 cm |
| Weight | 1.03 kg |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
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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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