| Product Type | Wireless access point |
| Model | Aruba AP-203RP (JP) TAA PoE Unified RAP |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JY725A |
| UPC | 190017107813 |
| Form Factor | External - indoor |
| Weight | 11.99 oz |
| Power Consumption | 8.2 Watt |
| Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) | 493,000 hours |
| Power Requirements | PoE (IEEE 802.3af) |
Aruba AP-203RP (JP) TAA PoE Unified RAP Wireless Access Point
Key Benefits
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- Optimized for secure remote office deployment with TAA and FIPS compliance
- Supports high-density environments with up to 255 clients per radio and 16 BSSIDs
- Backed by a limited lifetime warranty for low long-term TCO
Product Overview
The HPE Aruba AP-203RP (JP) is a TAA-compliant, high-performance wireless access point engineered for enterprise-class remote and indoor deployments. Equipped with dual-band IEEE 802.11ac support, it operates on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands with peak data rates reaching up to 400 Mbps and 867 Mbps, respectively. Its PoE+ support and versatile mounting options make it suitable for streamlined installations in branch offices or mobile setups. With capacity for up to 255 clients per Wi-Fi radio and 16 BSSIDs, it ensures connectivity in dense environments.
Firmware includes ArubaOS and InstantOS, BLE beaconing, and RF features like 2T2R MIMO and Transmit Beamforming. It delivers enterprise-grade features such as advanced QoS, wireless intrusion protection, and FIPS encryption. Flexible connectivity is offered via three RJ-45 ports, a USB 2.0 slot, and a console port. Designed for non-rugged indoor use, it comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
| Wi-Fi Standards | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (Wi-Fi 5) |
| Dual Band Operation | Yes (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) |
| Maximum Data Rate (2.4 GHz) | 400 Mbps |
| Maximum Data Rate (5 GHz) | 867 Mbps |
| MIMO Technology | 2x2 MIMO |
| Transmit Beamforming | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Aruba Beacons Bluetooth Low-Energy (BLE) |
| Antenna Type | Internal |
| Antenna Quantity | 2 |
| Antenna Directivity | Omni-directional |
| Wireless Client Capacity per Radio | 255 |
| BSSID Support per Radio | 16 |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Certifications | FCC, CB, UL 60950, CE, cTUVus |
| Regulatory Standards | EN 60950, IEC 60950, EN 60601-1-2, EN 60601-1-1, EN 300 328, EN 301 893, EN 301 489, LVD 72/23/EEC, R&TTE Directive 1995/5/EC |
| Wi-Fi Certification | Wi-Fi CERTIFIED |
Advanced Security Features
| Encryption Support | FIPS |
| Wireless Intrusion Protection | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Quality of Service (QoS) | Advanced QoS |
| Security Features | Advanced Cellular Coexistence (ACC), Transmit Beamforming, Maximum Ratio Combining (MRC), Low Density Parity Check (LDPC), Space Time Blocking Code (STBC), Cyclic Delay Diversity (CDD), Cyclic Shift Diversity (CSD) |
Interfaces
| Ethernet Ports | 3 x 1000Base-T RJ-45 |
| PoE Port | 1 x 1000Base-T (PoE) RJ-45 |
| Uplink Port | 1 x 1000Base-T RJ-45 |
| USB Port | 1 x USB 2.0 Type A |
| Console Port | 1 x Console |
| Data Rate | 867 Mbps |
| Line Coding / Modulation | CCK, BPSK, QPSK, 16 QAM, 64 QAM, 256 QAM, OFDM |
| Spread Spectrum | OFDM, DSSS |
Physical & Environmental
| Width | 6.1 in |
| Depth | 2 in |
| Height | 3.7 in |
| Min Operating Temperature | 32 °F |
| Max Operating Temperature | 104 °F |
| Humidity Range (Operating) | 5 - 93% (non-condensing) |
| Ruggedized Design | Indoor |
| Mounting Options | Wall mountable |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Operating Systems Supported | ArubaOS, InstantOS |
| Management Features | Air Monitor (AM), Aruba Instant, Aruba Central supported (varies per license) |