Overview
The HPE Aruba Networking AP-505 (R2H25A) is a dual-radio, 2×2:2 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) Unified Campus Access Point built for cost-effective, medium-density indoor wireless coverage. It belongs to HPE Aruba Networking’s centrally-managed 500 Series Campus Access Point line – a controller/Aruba Central-managed platform, distinct from the separate “Instant On” simplified small-business product line. The AP-505 delivers a maximum real-world aggregate data rate of 1.49 Gbps and is well suited to schools, midsize offices, and retail environments experiencing growth in mobile, IoT, and wireless demand.
Key Features
- Dual-radio 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) with 2×2 MIMO on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands
- Up to 1.2 Gbps wireless data rate on the 5 GHz radio (2SS HE80) and up to 574 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz radio (HE40)
- OFDMA for enhanced multi-user efficiency and reduced airtime contention
- AI-powered ClientMatch technology to eliminate sticky-client issues
- WPA3 and Enhanced Open security, plus WPA2-MPSK support (requires ClearPass Policy Manager)
- Integrated Bluetooth 5 and 802.15.4 (Zigbee) radio for IoT platform capabilities
- Advanced Cellular Coexistence (ACC) to minimize interference from cellular and DAS equipment
- Target Wake Time (TWT) for improved IoT client power savings
- Flexible management via HPE Aruba Networking Central, on-premises Mobility Controller, or standalone operation
- Built-in Trusted Platform Module (TPM) for secure credential and key storage
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | AP-505 (R2H25A, EG region) |
| Access point type | Indoor, dual radio, 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, 802.11ax 2×2 MIMO |
| 5 GHz radio | 2 spatial stream SU-MIMO, up to 1.2 Gbps with 2SS HE80 802.11ax clients |
| 2.4 GHz radio | 2 spatial stream SU-MIMO, up to 574 Mbps (287 Mbps) with 2SS HE40 (HE20) 802.11ax clients |
| Maximum associated clients | Up to 256 per radio (16 BSSIDs per radio) |
| Supported frequency bands | 2.4 GHz (2.400-2.4835 GHz); 5 GHz (5.150-5.895 GHz across U-NII-1/2A/2C/3/4), subject to country-specific restrictions |
| Wi-Fi antennas | Two integrated dual-band downtilt omni-directional antennas, 2×2 MIMO; peak gain 4.9 dBi (2.4 GHz) / 5.7 dBi (5 GHz) |
| Wired uplink (E0) | Auto-sensing 10/100/1000BASE-T, MDI/MDIX; PoE-PD 802.3af/at (class 3 or 4); 802.3az EEE |
| DC power interface | 12 Vdc nominal (±5%), 2.1 mm/5.5 mm center-positive circular plug |
| USB 2.0 host interface | Type-A connector, sources up to 1A/5W |
| Bluetooth / Zigbee radio | BLE 5.0 up to 7 dBm; Zigbee (802.15.4) up to 6 dBm |
| Power consumption (max) | DC: 8.9W (14.2W with USB device); PoE 802.3at: 11.0W (16.5W with USB); PoE 802.3af: 11.0W (13.5W with USB) |
| Dimensions / weight | 160 mm (W) x 161 mm (D) x 37 mm (H), 500g (unit, excluding mount bracket) |
| Operating environment | 0°C to +50°C, 5% to 93% relative humidity non-condensing; plenum rated |
| MTBF | 1.3 Mhrs (148 years) at +25°C |
| Management | HPE Aruba Networking Central (cloud), on-premises Mobility Controller/Gateway, or standalone |
| Security slot | Kensington security slot |
| Regulatory model | APIN0505 |
| Warranty | HPE Aruba Networking hardware limited lifetime warranty |
Product Details
- Part number R2H25A is the (EG) region variant of the AP-505, officially listed by HPE as “HPE Aruba Networking AP-505 (EG) Dual Radio 2×2:2 802.11ax Internal Antennas Unified Campus AP.”
- The AP-505 requires a Power over Ethernet source or a separately-sold DC power adapter; power sources are not included.
- Minimum operating system: HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System / InstantOS 8.6.0.0, or Wireless Operating System 10.1.0.0.
