What is the maximum data rate of the AP-518-US?

Aggregate 3Gbps with 4.8Gbps max 5GHz (4x4 HE160) and 575Mbps 2.4GHz (2x2 HE40). Supports MU-MIMO to four 1SS clients simultaneously at full rate, ideal for dense industrial environments with OFDMA efficiency.

What environments is this AP designed for?

Harsh weather-protected areas like warehouses, freezers (-40°C to 65°C), stadium enclosures. IP66/67 rated, 165mph wind resistant, surge-protected interfaces handle dust, moisture, contaminants.

Does it support IoT devices?

Yes, integrated Bluetooth 5 and 802.15.4/Zigbee radios with TWT for battery life. Aruba Central provides deep packet inspection for IoT policy enforcement and rogue device monitoring.

What wired connectivity options are available?

2.5GbE primary RJ-45 (auto 100/1000/2500) + 1GbE secondary with LACP aggregation for redundancy. Both support 802.3az EEE and require 802.3at/bt PoE power.

What security features are included?

WPA3 encryption, Enhanced Open, Dynamic Segmentation for policy assignment, PEF firewall, TPM for secure credential storage. Supports end-to-end encryption to gateway/controller.

How many clients can it support?

Up to 512 associated clients per radio (1024 total) with 16 BSSIDs per radio. Optimized for high-density with Wi-Fi 6 features like MU-MIMO and OFDMA.

AP-518-US - HPE AP-518-US Wi-Fi 6 4x4/2x2 Dual Radio Hardened AP

Name: HPE AP-518-US Wi-Fi 6 4x4/2x2 Dual Radio Hardened AP
Brand: HPE
SKU: AP-518-US
Price: 1578 USD
Availability: InStock

AP-518-US - HPE AP-518-US Wi-Fi 6 4x4/2x2 Dual Radio Hardened AP | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Aruba Networking AP-518-US is a ruggedized Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access point designed for harsh, weather-protected environments such as warehouses, industrial freezers, enclosures, and stadiums. It delivers maximum aggregate on-air data rate of 3 Gbps (4.8 Gbps 5GHz HE160 + 575 Mbps 2.4GHz HE40) with 4x4:4 5GHz and 2x2:2 2.4GHz MU-MIMO, OFDMA, and 160MHz channels. Key features include integrated Bluetooth 5 and 802.15.4/Zigbee radios for IoT support, dual Ethernet ports (2.5GbE primary + 1GbE secondary with LACP), and industrial surge protection. Hardened for -40°C to +65°C operation including solar loading, IP66/67 weatherproofing, 165mph wind resistance, and dust/moisture protection. Security includes WPA3, Enhanced Open, Dynamic Segmentation, PEF firewall, and TPM for credential protection. Managed via Aruba Central with AI-powered ClientMatch, RF optimization, and Zero Touch Provisioning. Ideal for high-density client deployments up to 512 per radio, supporting IoT sensors, scanners, cameras in manufacturing, logistics, and transportation. Provides reliable connectivity where standard APs fail, with 802.3at/bt PoE support and energy-efficient features.

Wi-Fi 6 4x4 5GHz + 2x2 2.4GHz 3Gbps.
-40°C to 65°C IP66/67 hardened.
2.5GbE + 1GbE LACP + BT5/Zigbee.
512 clients/radio, 16 BSSIDs.
WPA3, Dynamic Segmentation, TPM.
802.3at/bt PoE, surge protection.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	AP-518-US
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
IoT Radios	Bluetooth 5 + 802.15.4 (Zigbee) ∧ Target Wake Time (TWT)
Device Type	Wireless Access Point - Wi-Fi 6 - Hardened - Dual Radio
Wi-Fi Standard	802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) ¦ HE80/HE160 ¦ OFDMA ¦ MU-MIMO
Wi‑Fi Standard	802.11ax (Wi‑Fi 6) ∧ HE80/HE160 ∧ OFDMA ∧ MU‑MIMO

Network & Communication

Max Clients	512 per radio ∧ 16 BSSIDs per radio
Max Data Rate	5GHz: 4.8Gbps (4x4 HE160) ∧ 2.4GHz: 575Mbps (2x2 HE40) ∧ Aggregate: 3Gbps

Compatible systems

Optimized for Aruba Networking ecosystem with Central management, Instant controllerless, and CX switch integration for unified wired/wireless.

HPE Aruba Networking
Model: Central
Form factor: Controllerless
Generation: Cloud/SaaS
Zero Touch Provisioning supported
HPE Aruba Networking
Model: Mobility Conductor
Form factor: Virtual/Appliance
Generation: 8.10+
PEF tunnel mode compatible
HPE Aruba Networking
Model: CX Switches
Form factor: Stackable
Generation: CX 6xxx/8xxx/10xxx
Dynamic Segmentation integration

Best for

Industrial Warehouses
High-density Wi-Fi for material handling scanners, AGVs, and IoT sensors in dusty, temperature-variable environments using Zigbee integration and OFDMA for 512 clients.
Cold Storage Freezers
Reliable connectivity in -40°C freezers for inventory RFID readers and wireless cameras, with hardened enclosure surviving moisture and extreme cold.
Stadiums & Arenas

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Security	WPA3 ∧ Enhanced Open ∧ Dynamic Segmentation ∧ PEF Firewall ∧ TPM

Power	PoE 802.3at/bt Class 4+ ∧ 48VDC nominal

Physical Characteristics

Antennas	6x RPSMA connectors ∧ External omnidirectional
Mounting	In‑ceiling/outdoor enclosure ∧ Harsh environment
Transmit Power	2.4GHz: +25dBm aggregate ∧ 5GHz: +28dBm aggregate
Frequency Bands	2.4-2.4835GHz ∧ 5.15-5.825GHz (country restrictions)

Wind Resistance	Up to 165 mph ∧ Surge protection on all interfaces
Operating Temperature	-40°C to +65°C (full solar loading) ∧ IP66/67 rated

HPE AP-518-US Wi-Fi 6 4x4/2x2 Dual Radio Hardened AP

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