R4H02A HPE Aruba Networking AP-518 (RW) Outdoor Wi-Fi 6 Access Point

*Product image shows a rugged outdoor enclosure measuring 27 x 23 x 24 cm with weatherproof sealing, multiple external antenna connectors (6x RP-SMA), and mounting brackets for pole or wall installation.*

• Rugged Outdoor Design: IP67-rated weatherproof enclosure designed to survive extreme environments including high wind (up to 165 mph), extreme temperatures (-40°C to +65°C), persistent moisture, precipitation, airborne contaminants, dust, and salt sprays.
• High-Performance Wi-Fi 6: Delivers up to 2.69 Gbps aggregate data rate with dual-radio 4x4/2x2 MIMO, bringing enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6 to harsh outdoor environments.
• External Antenna Support: Features 6x RP-SMA connectors for external antennas, enabling flexible coverage pattern customization for specific deployment scenarios such as parking lots, stadiums, and industrial facilities.
• IoT-Ready Platform: Built-in Bluetooth 5 and 802.15.4/Zigbee radios support IoT applications without additional infrastructure, enabling smart city and industrial IoT deployments.
• Hardened Construction: Purpose-built to survive in harsh outdoor environments with enhanced protection against temperature extremes, moisture, and physical impacts.

The HPE Aruba Networking AP-518 (RW) is a ruggedized, high-performance outdoor Wi-Fi 6 access point from the Aruba 510 Series, specifically engineered for harsh outdoor environments requiring enterprise-grade wireless connectivity. With IP67-rated weatherproofing, extended temperature range, and external antenna support, this access point delivers reliable performance in the most demanding conditions.

The AP-518 features dual-radio Wi-Fi 6 technology with 4x4 MIMO on 5 GHz and 2x2 MIMO on 2.4 GHz, delivering up to 2.69 Gbps aggregate throughput. This ensures robust wireless connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications in outdoor venues, industrial facilities, and smart city deployments. The 5 GHz radio provides up to 2.4 Gbps (4x4 HE80), while the 2.4 GHz radio delivers up to 574 Mbps (2x2 HE40).

Six RP-SMA external antenna connectors allow network operators to customize coverage patterns for specific deployment scenarios. Whether covering large open spaces like stadiums and parking lots or providing directional coverage along pathways and building perimeters, the AP-518 can be configured with antennas optimized for the required coverage pattern.

The access point is designed to survive in the harshest environments, with an operating temperature range of -40°C to +65°C and protection against high wind (up to 165 mph), persistent moisture, precipitation, airborne contaminants, dust, and salt sprays. This rugged construction ensures reliable operation in coastal areas, industrial sites, and regions with extreme weather.

Integrated Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios enable IoT applications such as asset tracking, environmental monitoring, smart city services without requiring separate infrastructure. The AP-518 can be managed through HPE Aruba Central for cloud-based oversight with AI-powered analytics, or through on-premises controllers, with Zero Touch Provisioning enabling rapid deployment at scale.

The AP-518 features an IP67-rated enclosure providing complete protection against dust and water ingress, with the ability to withstand temporary immersion in water. The device is designed to survive extreme temperatures from -40°C to +65°C, wind speeds up to 165 mph, and exposure to salt spray, making it suitable for coastal and industrial environments.

With 4x4 MIMO on 5 GHz and 2x2 MIMO on 2.4 GHz, the AP-518 delivers up to 2.69 Gbps aggregate throughput, ensuring robust performance for bandwidth-intensive applications in outdoor venues. Advanced Wi-Fi 6 features including OFDMA and MU-MIMO optimize efficiency in multi-user environments.

Six RP-SMA connectors support a wide range of external antenna options, enabling customized coverage patterns for specific deployment scenarios. Whether deploying omnidirectional antennas for broad coverage or directional antennas for focused coverage along pathways, the AP-518 can be configured for optimal RF performance.

Integrated Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios enable a wide range of IoT applications without additional infrastructure. The AP-518 can serve as a converged IoT gateway for asset tracking, environmental monitoring, smart lighting control, and other smart city applications.

The Policy Enforcement Firewall dynamically assigns and enforces consistent security policies across wired and wireless connections based on user identity and device type, eliminating complex VLAN and ACL management while ensuring traffic isolation and protection.

Integration with HPE Aruba Central provides a single pane of glass for overseeing outdoor wireless networks with AI-powered analytics, end-to-end orchestration, and automation capabilities. Zero Touch Provisioning enables rapid deployment of outdoor access points at scale.

Support for WPA3 and Enhanced Open provides robust encryption for outdoor networks, protecting data transmission in public venues and industrial environments. A Trusted Platform Module (TPM) ensures secure credential storage and hardware-based authentication.

Ideal for university campuses, corporate parks, and healthcare facilities requiring seamless outdoor Wi-Fi coverage for students, employees, and visitors. The rugged construction ensures reliable operation in all weather conditions.

Perfect for sports stadiums, concert venues, and entertainment complexes where thousands of users require simultaneous wireless access. External antenna support enables customized coverage patterns for optimal performance in large spaces.

Supports industrial IoT applications, mobile worker connectivity, and asset tracking in factories, warehouses, and refineries. The IP67 rating protects against dust, moisture, and contaminants common in industrial environments.

Ideal for public Wi-Fi in city centers, parks, and transportation hubs. Integrated IoT radios enable smart city applications such as environmental monitoring, smart parking, and public safety systems without additional infrastructure.

Provides reliable wireless connectivity in ports, airports, train stations, and bus terminals where extreme weather conditions and high user density demand robust, high-performance access points.

Suitable for deployment in oil rigs, refineries, and pipeline facilities where hazardous environments require rugged, reliable wireless infrastructure with extended temperature ranges and protection against corrosive elements.