R3V46A HPE Aruba Networking AP-505H (RW) Wall-Plate Wi-Fi 5 Access Point
| Operating Modes: | Router, Access Point, Repeater, Bridge | Number of Ports: | 8 / 16 / 24 / 48 |
| Power Supply: | 12V DC, 1A | Quality of Service (QoS): | Supported |
| Operating Temperature: | 0°C To 40°C | Maximum Data Rate: | Up To 1200 Mbps |
| Power Consumption: | 15W | MTBF: | 500,000 Hours |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE): | Supported / Not Supported | Layer: | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Dimensions: | 440 X 220 X 44 Mm | Management: | Web GUI, CLI, SNMP |
| Switch Type: | Managed / Unmanaged | Frequency Band: | Dual Band 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz |
| Port Count: | 24 Ports | Forwarding Rate: | 35.7 Mpps |
| Ethernet Ports: | 4 X 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN, 1 X 10/100/1000 Mbps WAN | VLAN Support: | Yes, Up To 4096 VLANs |
| Antenna Type: | External Omni-directional Antennas | PoE Support: | Yes, Up To 30W Per Port |
| Management Interface: | Web GUI, CLI, SNMP | Port Speed: | 1 Gbps |
| Warranty: | 1 Year | Weight: | 350 Grams |
| Switching Capacity: | 48 Gbps | ||
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Product image shows a compact wall-plate form factor access point measuring 86 x 150 x 47 mm with a white enclosure, designed to mount on a standard wall junction box. The front panel includes multiple Ethernet ports and status LEDs.*
- Cost-Effective Wall-Plate Solution: Provides in-room wireless connectivity at a lower price point than Wi-Fi 6 alternatives, making it ideal for budget-conscious hospitality and education deployments.
- Enhanced Wired Connectivity: Features 4 Gigabit Ethernet downlink ports plus 1 uplink port, enabling comprehensive in-room connectivity for multiple wired devices.
- Wi-Fi 5 Wave2 Technology: Delivers reliable 802.11ac performance with 2x2 MIMO and up to 1.5 Gbps aggregate throughput, sufficient for most guest room applications.
- PSE Support: Can provide power over Ethernet to connected devices, enabling IP phones or other PoE devices to be powered directly from the access point.
- Discreet Form Factor: Wall-plate design integrates seamlessly into room environments without the visual impact of traditional ceiling-mounted access points.
The HPE Aruba Networking AP-505H (RW) is a wall-plate Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave2) access point from the Aruba 500H Series, designed for cost-effective in-room deployments in hospitality, education, and multi-tenant environments. This compact form factor integrates directly into standard wall junction boxes, providing both wireless access and comprehensive wired connectivity while maintaining room aesthetics.
The AP-505H features dual-radio 2x2 MIMO Wi-Fi 5 technology, delivering up to 1.5 Gbps aggregate throughput. The 5 GHz radio supports data rates up to 1.2 Gbps, while the 2.4 GHz radio provides up to 287 Mbps. Each radio supports up to 256 associated client devices, ensuring ample capacity for multiple devices per room.
A key differentiator from the AP-503H is the enhanced wired connectivity: the AP-505H includes 4 Gigabit Ethernet downlink ports plus 1 uplink port, enabling comprehensive in-room connectivity for smart TVs, IP phones, streaming devices, and guest laptops. The access point supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) on the uplink and can provide PSE (Power Sourcing Equipment) functionality to power downstream devices such as IP phones, eliminating the need for separate power adapters.
Advanced features include Aruba's AI-powered ClientMatch technology for intelligent client optimization, WPA3 security for robust encryption, and Dynamic Segmentation for policy enforcement. The AP-505H can be managed through HPE Aruba Central for cloud-based oversight or through on-premises controllers, with Zero Touch Provisioning enabling rapid deployment at scale.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Number | R3V46A |
| Series | Aruba 500H Series |
| Device Type | Wall-Plate Wireless Access Point |
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11ac Wave2 (Wi-Fi 5), backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n |
| Radio Configuration | Dual Radio: 5 GHz (2x2 MIMO), 2.4 GHz (2x2 MIMO) |
| Maximum Data Rate | Up to 1.5 Gbps aggregate (5 GHz: up to 1.2 Gbps, 2.4 GHz: up to 287 Mbps) |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| MIMO Configuration | 2x2 MU-MIMO with 2 spatial streams on both bands |
| Maximum Clients | Up to 256 associated client devices per radio |
| Maximum BSSIDs | 16 BSSIDs per radio |
| Wired Ports | 1x uplink port (PoE in), 4x Gigabit Ethernet downlink ports with PSE |
| IoT Support | Integrated Bluetooth 5 |
| Power over Ethernet | PoE on uplink, PSE on downlink ports |
| Security Features | WPA3, Enhanced Open (OWE), Dynamic Segmentation, Policy Enforcement Firewall |
| Management | HPE Aruba Central, ArubaOS, InstantOS, Zero Touch Provisioning |
| Mounting | Direct mount to standard wall junction box |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 86 x 47 x 150 mm |
| Weight | 360 g |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) |
| Regulatory Domain | Rest of World (RW) |
| Compliance | UL2043 plenum rated |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
With 4 Gigabit Ethernet downlink ports and PSE capability, the AP-505H serves as a complete in-room connectivity hub. Smart TVs, IP phones, streaming devices, and guest laptops can connect via wired Ethernet, while PSE powers devices like IP phones without separate power adapters.
The AP-505H provides reliable wireless connectivity at a lower price point than Wi-Fi 6 alternatives, making it ideal for budget-conscious hospitality and education deployments where cutting-edge performance is not required.
Aruba's ClientMatch technology continuously optimizes client connections by steering devices to the best available AP and radio band, eliminating sticky client issues and ensuring consistent performance throughout the facility.
The Policy Enforcement Firewall automatically enforces consistent security policies across both wireless and wired connections based on user identity and device type, eliminating complex VLAN and ACL management while ensuring traffic isolation.
The AP-505H receives power via PoE on the uplink port and can provide PSE power to downstream devices. Intelligent Power Monitoring ensures critical functions remain operational even when power budgets are constrained.
Support for both HPE Aruba Central cloud management and on-premises controllers provides deployment flexibility. Zero Touch Provisioning enables rapid deployment, with access points automatically downloading configuration upon power-up.
The wall-plate form factor mounts directly onto standard junction boxes, eliminating the need for ceiling-mounted APs in each room. This preserves room aesthetics while providing comprehensive wireless and wired connectivity.
Ideal for hospitality environments requiring comprehensive in-room connectivity. The 4 wired ports support smart TVs, IP phones, and guest devices, while PSE eliminates the need for phone power adapters. Wireless coverage ensures seamless connectivity for mobile devices.
Perfect for student housing where each resident needs connectivity for multiple devices. The AP-505H provides both wireless access for smartphones and laptops plus wired ports for gaming consoles, smart TVs, and desktop computers.
Supports patient entertainment systems, clinical devices, and guest Wi-Fi with robust security features. The PSE capability powers IP phones and other bedside devices without additional cabling.
Provides comprehensive connectivity for small meeting rooms where both wireless and wired connections are needed for presentations, video conferencing, and collaboration tools.
Ideal for serviced offices where each tenant space requires dedicated wireless and wired connectivity. The wall-plate design enables per-office provisioning without complex ceiling deployments.
