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