The Aruba 500 Series (often exemplified by models like the Aruba AP-505) is a line of indoor, dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access points aimed at medium-density deployments (e.g., offices, schools, shops, hospitality). The goal of the 500 Series is to deliver modern wireless performance, efficiency, and scalability, while integrating with Aruba’s network management platforms.
These APs are typically ceiling or wall mountable, support Power over Ethernet (PoE), and include features like OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and enhanced power saving for client devices.
Here are some of the prominent features of the Aruba 500 Series:
| Feature | Description / Benefit |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi 6 support (802.11ax) | Provides higher spectral efficiency, better throughput in congested environments, and more efficient use of airtime. |
| Dual-band 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz | Both radios operate simultaneously to serve legacy and modern devices. |
| 2×2:2 MIMO (on both bands) | Two spatial streams per band. |
| OFDMA (Uplink & Downlink) | Allows splitting of channels to serve multiple clients more efficiently, improving performance under load. |
| MU-MIMO | Multi-user MIMO capability for simultaneous transmission to multiple clients. |
| Target Wake Time (TWT) | Helps battery-powered devices (IoT, mobile) by scheduling when they “wake up” to send/receive data—increasing battery life. |
| Bluetooth / BLE support | For location services, IoT integrations, or beaconing (depending on model). |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | No need for separate power cabling; typically supports PoE (and sometimes 802.3af/at). |
| Scalable Management | Can be managed via Aruba’s management platforms (Aruba Central, Aruba Instant, etc.). |
| Security & RF optimization | Features like airtime fairness, band steering, client load balancing, RF management, WPA3 (depending on firmware), and other enhancements. |
Below are typical specs for a representative member of the 500 Series (e.g. AP-505). Actual specs may vary slightly depending on region or variant.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model example | AP-505 (500 Series) |
| Wi-Fi standard | IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
| Radio configuration | Dual radio (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz) |
| MIMO / Streams | 2×2:2 on both bands |
| Maximum data rate (aggregate) | Up to ~1.49 Gbps |
| Ethernet Port | 1 × Gigabit Ethernet (often supporting PoE) |
| Power | PoE (802.3af/at support depending on model / region) |
| Dimensions (unit, excluding bracket) | Example: 160 × 161 × 37 mm (W × D × H) |
| Weight | ~500 g (unit) |
| Operating temperature range | (Typical range for indoor networking gear — check datasheet for exact) — usually from 0 °C to ~40-50 °C |
| Mounting | Ceiling or wall mounting (bracket included) |
| Certifications | Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE compliance, regulatory (FCC, CE, etc.) |
| Other features | RF management, band steering, airtime fairness, intrusion detection/prevention, captive portal support, quality of service (QoS) controls, etc. |
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