Aruba Networking AP-503-RW Dual Radio 2x2 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 Campus Access Point
Reasons To Buy
Better Performance with Wi-Fi 6
HPE Aruba Networking 503 Series Campus Access Points deliver a maximum speed of 1.49 Gbps with up to 2 spatial streams and 80 MHz channels (HE80).
Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED with support for Wi-Fi 6 features such as OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and target wait time (TWT) to drive improved efficiency. Handles multiple Wi-Fi 6 clients on each channel simultaneously, regardless of device or traffic type.
Enhanced wireless experience with HPE Aruba Networking ClientMatch technology removes sticky client issues by steering a client to the AP where it receives a good radio signal.
Flexible Management and Simplified Access
HPE Aruba Networking 503 Series Campus Access Points can be managed with HPE Aruba Networking Central, an AI-powered solution that simplifies IT operations, improves agility, and reduces costs by unifying management of campus, branch, remote, data center, and IoT networks from one dashboard.
Quick and easy deployment at branch offices or remote work sites without on-site technical expertise using zero touch provisioning (ZTP).
It provides seamless support for Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee wireless protocols using an optional IoT expansion radio (purchase separately).
Secure Access
HPE Aruba Networking 503 Series Campus Access Points offer enhanced security with dynamic segmentation to remove the time-consuming and error-prone task of managing complex and static VLANs, ACLs, and subnets by dynamically assigning policies and keeping traffic protected and separated.
The target wake time (TWT), part of Wi-Fi 6, establishes a schedule for client communications to save power and reduce airtime contention.
It offers stronger encryption and authentication with WPA3, protected credentials/keys storage for guest access with Enhanced Open (OWE), and user and IoT access policy enforcement firewalls (PEFs).
The PEF automatically applies policies based on user role, device type, applications and location and dynamically segments traffic.
For enhanced device assurance, the APs include an installed trusted platform module (TPM) for protected storage of credentials and keys, and boot code.
Description
HPE Aruba Networking 503 Series Campus Access Points deliver affordable Wi-Fi 6 coverage for indoor environments such as mid-sized offices, schools, and retail spaces where fewer people are on the network at the same time. With a 1.49 Gbps maximum combined data rate, the 503 series delivers cost-effective and reliable Wi-Fi for low to medium density environments. The 503 series is Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED and supports 802.11ax features; OFDMA for multi-user efficiency, target wake time (TWT) to extend the battery life of connected Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and WPA3 and Enhanced Open (OWE) for greater password and guest security. The 503 series includes a limited lifetime warranty.
What is new supporting point:
Cost-effective Wi-Fi 6 access points provide up to 1.49 Gbps maximum combined data rate
It supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) features including OFDMA for enhanced multi-user efficiency and WPA and Enhanced Open (OWE) for greater security
Dynamic segmentation and policy enforcement firewalls (PEFs) automatically enforce consistent policies across wired and wireless networks, enhancing user and device security
Flexible management with AI-powered HPE Aruba Networking Central
Available as optional eco-friendly 10-packs
Specifications
| Performance |
|---|
| 2.4 GHz |
Yes |
| 5 GHz |
Yes |
| Maximum data transfer rate |
1490 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet LAN data rates |
1000 Mbit/s |
| Frequency band |
20/40 (2.4 GHz), 20/40/80 (5 GHz), maximum peak data rate 1.49 Gbps |
| Reset button |
Yes |
| Networking standards |
IEEE 802.11ax |
| Certification |
Ethernet Alliance (PoE, PD device, Class 3) Wi‑Fi Alliance: Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED a, b, g, n, ac Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 WPA, WPA2 and WPA3—Enterprise with CNSA option, Personal (SAE), Enhanced Open (OWE) WMM, WMM-PS, Wi-Fi Agile Multiband |
| MIMO |
Yes |
| Compatible operating systems |
HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System and HPE Aruba Networking Instant OS 8.11.1.0 and later HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System 10.5.0.0 and later |
| Features |
|---|
| 6 GHz |
No |
| 2.4 GHz |
Yes |
| 5 GHz |
Yes |
| Maximum data transfer rate |
1490 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet LAN data rates |
1000 Mbit/s |
| Frequency band |
20/40 (2.4 GHz), 20/40/80 (5 GHz), maximum peak data rate 1.49 Gbps |
| Networking standards |
IEEE 802.11ax |
| Cabling technology |
10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
| MIMO |
Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) |
Yes |
| MACsec support |
No |
| Compatible operating systems |
HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System and HPE Aruba Networking Instant OS 8.11.1.0 and later HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System 10.5.0.0 and later |
| Security |
|---|
| Security algorithms |
WPA3, WPA, WPA2 |
| Management features |
|---|
| Access point management |
On-premises; Public Cloud; Virtual Private Cloud (VPC); as a Service |
| Ports & interfaces |
|---|
| USB connector type |
USB Type-A |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity |
1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports |
1 |
| Cabling technology |
10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
| Power |
|---|
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) |
Yes |
| Design |
|---|
| Reset button |
Yes |
| LED indicators |
Reset, Status, System |
| Product colour |
White |
| Certification |
Ethernet Alliance (PoE, PD device, Class 3) Wi‑Fi Alliance: Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED a, b, g, n, ac Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 WPA, WPA2 and WPA3—Enterprise with CNSA option, Personal (SAE), Enhanced Open (OWE) WMM, WMM-PS, Wi-Fi Agile Multiband |
| Recommended usage |
Indoor |
| Antenna |
|---|
| Antenna type |
Internal |
| Antenna gain level (max) |
4.8 dBi |
| Antenna direction type |
Omni-directional |
| Technical details |
|---|
| Compliance certificates |
Federal Communications Commission (FCC), ISED, CE, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Low Voltage Directive (LVD) |
| Certificates |
|---|
| Certification |
Ethernet Alliance (PoE, PD device, Class 3) Wi‑Fi Alliance: Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED a, b, g, n, ac Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 WPA, WPA2 and WPA3—Enterprise with CNSA option, Personal (SAE), Enhanced Open (OWE) WMM, WMM-PS, Wi-Fi Agile Multiband |
| Compliance certificates |
Federal Communications Commission (FCC), ISED, CE, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Low Voltage Directive (LVD) |
| Weight & dimensions |
|---|
| Width |
145 mm |
| Depth |
145 mm |
| Height |
35 mm |
| Weight |
255 g |
| Package width |
196 mm |
| Package depth |
183 mm |
| Package height |
67 mm |
| Package weight |
515 g |
| Packaging data |
|---|
| Package width |
196 mm |
| Package depth |
183 mm |
| Package height |
67 mm |
| Package weight |
515 g |
| Other features |
|---|
| I/O ports |
E0: Ethernet wired network port (RJ-45) USB 2.0 host interface (Type A connector) Serial console interface (proprietary, micro-B USB physical jack) |
| Weight (imperial) |
0.227 kg (0.5 lbs) |
| Operational conditions |
|---|
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) |
5 - 95% |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
0 - 40 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-25 - 55 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) |
10 - 100% |
| System requirements |
|---|
| Compatible operating systems |
HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System and HPE Aruba Networking Instant OS 8.11.1.0 and later HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System 10.5.0.0 and later |
