R4H22A HPE Aruba Networking AP-577 (RW) Outdoor Wi-Fi 5 Access Point with

Product image shows a rugged outdoor enclosure with external antenna connectors (6x N-type), weatherproof sealing, and mounting hardware for pole or wall installation. Dimensions are approximately 13 x 23 x 22 cm.

• External Antenna Flexibility: Features 6x N-type external antenna connectors for customized coverage patterns, enabling optimal RF design for complex outdoor environments.
• Rugged Outdoor Construction: IP67-rated weatherproof enclosure designed to survive extreme temperatures (-40°C to +65°C), persistent moisture, airborne contaminants, dust, and salt sprays.
• High-Performance Wi-Fi 5: Delivers up to 2.69 Gbps aggregate throughput with dual-radio 4x4/2x2 MIMO, ensuring reliable performance for demanding outdoor applications.
• IoT-Ready Platform: Integrated Bluetooth 5 and 802.15.4/Zigbee radios enable smart city and industrial IoT applications without additional infrastructure.
• Directional Antenna Support: Optimized for use with external directional antennas, providing focused coverage for stadiums, transportation hubs, and large venues.

The HPE Aruba Networking AP-577 (RW) is a rugged outdoor Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave2) access point from the Aruba 570 Series, featuring external antenna connectors for customized coverage patterns in complex outdoor environments. This design provides maximum flexibility for RF engineers to optimize coverage for specific deployment scenarios such as stadiums, transportation hubs, and large public venues.

The AP-577 features six N-type external antenna connectors, enabling connection of a wide range of external antennas. This flexibility allows network operators to select antennas optimized for specific coverage requirements, from narrow directional beams for targeted coverage to wide-angle antennas for broad area coverage. The dual-radio configuration with 4x4 MIMO on 5 GHz and 2x2 MIMO on 2.4 GHz delivers up to 2.69 Gbps aggregate throughput.

The IP67-rated rugged enclosure protects against extreme temperatures (-40°C to +65°C), persistent moisture, precipitation, airborne contaminants, dust, and salt sprays. This ensures reliable operation in coastal areas, industrial facilities, and regions with extreme weather conditions. The device can withstand high wind speeds common in outdoor deployments.

Integrated Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios enable IoT applications such as asset tracking, environmental monitoring, and smart city services without requiring separate infrastructure. The AP-577 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.

Six N-type external antenna connectors provide ultimate flexibility for RF optimization in complex outdoor environments. Network operators can select from a wide range of antenna types including omnidirectional, directional, sector, and yagi antennas to achieve precise coverage patterns.

IP67-rated enclosure provides complete protection against dust and water ingress, with the ability to withstand temporary immersion in water. The device operates reliably in temperatures from -40°C to +65°C and resists damage from high wind, precipitation, and airborne contaminants.

With 4x4 MIMO on 5 GHz and 2x2 MIMO on 2.4 GHz, the AP-577 delivers up to 2.69 Gbps aggregate throughput, ensuring robust performance for bandwidth-intensive outdoor applications. MU-MIMO enables efficient multi-user communication in dense environments.

Integrated Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios enable a wide range of IoT applications without additional infrastructure. The AP-577 can serve as a converged IoT gateway for asset tracking, environmental monitoring, and smart city services.

EN 50155 and EN 50121 certification make the AP-577 suitable for deployment in railway applications including stations, platforms, and rolling stock, where vibration, shock, and temperature extremes are concerns.

The Policy Enforcement Firewall automatically 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 at scale.

Ideal for providing customized coverage in stadium seating areas, concourses, and VIP suites. External antennas enable precise RF design to ensure every seat has excellent wireless connectivity while minimizing interference between sectors.

Perfect for airports, train stations, and bus terminals where complex architecture requires customized antenna solutions. External antennas can be positioned to cover specific areas while avoiding obstacles and minimizing signal leakage.

Enables broad coverage across large open spaces using high-gain omnidirectional antennas, or focused coverage along pathways using directional antennas. The flexible antenna options allow optimization for any park layout.

Supports wireless connectivity across large industrial facilities with multiple buildings and outdoor areas. External antennas can be positioned to provide seamless coverage while avoiding interference from structures and equipment.

Ideal for ports, harbors, and maritime facilities where specialized antennas may be needed to cover large open water areas or navigate complex structures. The rugged construction protects against salt spray and marine environments.