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HP Aruba AP-518 (JP) TAA Indoor Hardened Wi-Fi 6 Access Point

VENDOR: HP Mfg Part#: R4H06A UPC#: 190017433837
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  • Dual-radio architecture with 4x4 MIMO on 5 GHz and 2x2 MIMO on 2.4 GHz
  • Supports up to 2.5 Gbps via HPE SmartRate RJ-45 port (100/1000/2500BASE-T)
  • Secondary 10/100/1000BASE-T auto-sensing Ethernet port
  • Power options include IEEE 802.3at PoE or optional DC
  • Designed for hardened indoor environments; TAA-compliant
  • Backed by a limited lifetime warranty for extended reliability

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Key Benefits

Eye-Insights
  • Delivers high-performance Wi-Fi 6 with robust MIMO configurations for dense user environments
  • Flexible deployment options with PoE or DC power and dual Ethernet ports ensure operational versatility
  • TAA compliance and U.S. manufacturing make it ideal for government and regulated sector use

Product Overview

The HP Aruba AP-518 (JP) TAA Indoor Hardened Access Point is engineered for high-performance wireless networking in mission-critical and rugged indoor settings. Leveraging 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) technology, it supports dual radio configurations: 4x4 MIMO on 5 GHz and 2x2 MIMO on 2.4 GHz, enabling enhanced throughput, improved client density support, and lower latency.

For connectivity, it offers a 2.5 Gbps HPE SmartRate RJ-45 port and a secondary 1 Gbps RJ-45 port, with IEEE 802.3at PoE or direct DC input power options. TAA-compliant and manufactured in the United States, the AP-518 is suitable for government and enterprise use. Its hardened design supports deployment in challenging environments, and the limited lifetime warranty ensures long-term reliability.

Specifications

Product Overview
Product Type Indoor Hardened Wi-Fi 6 Access Point
Model Aruba AP-518 (JP)
Form Factor Indoor Hardened Mountable Unit
Mounting Options Wall or Ceiling Mount (mount kit sold separately)
Weight 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
Power Options IEEE 802.3at PoE or 12V DC
Power Consumption (Max) 23.4W
Power Consumption (Idle) 9.7W
Warranty Limited lifetime warranty

Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standards 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Wi-Fi Radios Dual Radio (5 GHz and 2.4 GHz)
MIMO Configuration (5 GHz) 4x4 MIMO
MIMO Configuration (2.4 GHz) 2x2 MIMO
Maximum Data Rate Up to 2.97 Gbps aggregate throughput
Antenna Type Internal omnidirectional antennas
Band Steering Supported
MU-MIMO Supported
OFDMA Supported
Transmit Beamforming Yes
Client Match Supported

Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin United States
TAA Compliant Yes
Safety Certifications UL 2043 plenum rated, EN 60950, IEC 62368-1
EMC Certifications FCC Part 15 Class B, CISPR 22 Class B
Environmental Certification RoHS Compliant

Advanced Security Features
WPA3 Encryption Supported
Integrated Firewall Policy-based Layer 7 firewall
Intrusion Detection/Prevention System (IDS/IPS) Supported with Aruba Central or Controller
Content Filtering Available via Aruba Central
Role-Based Access Control Yes
Zero Trust Security Framework Supported
VPN Support IPSec VPN support

Interfaces
Primary Ethernet Port 1x HPE SmartRate port (RJ-45) 100/1000/2500BASE-T (802.3az, 802.3at PoE compatible)
Secondary Ethernet Port 1x 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45)
Console Port 1x Micro-B USB
USB Port 1x USB 2.0 Type A host port (max 1A output)
Data Transfer Rate Up to 2.5 Gbps on Ethernet
PoE Support IEEE 802.3at Class 4 compliant on primary port

Physical & Environmental
Dimensions 230 mm x 200 mm x 60 mm (9.0 in × 7.9 in × 2.4 in)
Operating Temperature -40°C to +55°C (-40°F to +131°F)
Storage Temperature -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F)
Operating Humidity 5% to 93% (non-condensing)
Ingress Protection Rating IP55
Housing Material Die-cast aluminum enclosure

Cloud Management & Licensing
Controller Options Aruba Mobility Controller or Aruba Central (cloud-managed)
Cloud Management Supported via Aruba Central
Licensing Requirement Aruba software license required for full cloud features