HPE Aruba AP-518 — Rugged Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor 4×4 AP Dubai with Installation
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- Dual-radio 802.11ax: 5 GHz (4×4) + 2.4 GHz (2×2)
- Up to ~3 Gbps aggregate throughput
- External RP-SMA antenna connectors (4 for 5 GHz, 2 for 2.4 GHz)
- 512 clients per radio, 16 BSSIDs per radio
- Bluetooth 5 & Zigbee built-in for IoT/location
- Advanced RF (OFDMA, MU-MIMO, ACC, ClientMatch)
- Rugged, weather-protected build with surge protection
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HPE Aruba AP-518 — Rugged Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor 4×4 Access Point
The HPE Aruba AP-518 is a ruggedized, weather-protected dual-radio 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) access point built for harsh outdoor or semi-outdoor environments. With 4×4 MIMO on the 5 GHz band and 2×2 on 2.4 GHz, along with integrated Bluetooth/Zigbee, robust surge protection, and advanced RF intelligence, the AP-518 delivers reliable connectivity in Dubai, UAE, and across the GCC—even in demanding conditions.
Key Features & Benefits
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Ruggedized design (sealed, industrial materials) | Withstands harsh conditions—dust, humidity, temperature swings |
| Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 5 GHz 4×4 + 2.4 GHz 2×2 | High throughput, efficient spectrum use, supports many clients |
| Aggregate on-air rate up to ~3 Gbps | Handles heavy traffic loads outdoors or in covered areas |
| External antenna connectors (RP-SMA) | Allows tailored antenna choice for coverage in open or obstructed outdoor spaces |
| Bluetooth 5 & 802.15.4 (Zigbee) included | Native IoT, location tracking, sensor support from the same device |
| Advanced RF capabilities: OFDMA, MU-MIMO, ACC | Better performance under crowded RF and cellular interference environments |
| Intelligent Power Monitoring (IPM) | Adapts feature usage based on available PoE budget |
| Support for up to 512 clients per radio | Scalable for dense outdoor user zones like courtyards, plazas, entrances |
| Policy Enforcement Firewall (PEF), Dynamic Segmentation | Secure user/IoT traffic control directly at the AP |
Technical Specifications
- Radio configuration: dual-radio, 5 GHz 4×4 MIMO + 2.4 GHz 2×2 MIMO
- Max on-air aggregate rate: ~3 Gbps (HE80/HE40)
- Antenna: external RP-SMA connectors (4 for 5 GHz, 2 for 2.4 GHz)
- Transmit power (conducted): up to +22 dBm per chain for both bands (aggregate limits per regulation)
- Client support: up to 512 associated clients per radio, up to 16 BSSIDs per radio
- RF features: OFDMA uplink/downlink, MU-MIMO, ACC, DFS, beamforming, ClientMatch, ARM
- Power & protection: industrial surge protection on all ports, robust enclosure
- Security & segmentation: WPA3, Enhanced Open, PEF (policy enforcement firewall), Dynamic Segmentation
- IoT radios: Bluetooth 5, Zigbee (802.15.4) integrated
- Operating software: ArubaOS / InstantOS 8.7.0.0 or higher minimum
- Mounting options: brackets for wall, pole, enclosure mounting; optional kits available
- Certifications & ratings: UL2043 plenum-rated, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6, CB, etc.
Why Choose It in Dubai & GCC
- Outdoor / semi-outdoor coverage for entrances, courtyards, rooftop terraces in UAE climate
- External antennas allow customizing coverage over plazas, walkways, shaded areas
- Robust design protects against dust, heat, humidity — important for GCC environment
- Integrated Bluetooth/Zigbee aids smart building, asset tracking, sensor networks without extra devices
- Advanced RF adaptation helps mitigate interference from cellular towers, metal structures common in GCC
- Policy control, segmentation, security features built in — suitable for public venues, campuses, hospitality in Dubai
Netfix supplies the HPE Aruba AP-518 across the UAE and GCC, with full professional installation, outdoor mounting, configuration, and support. Contact Netfix for a Dubai site-survey and installation quote.
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