Detailed Specifications
HPE R3V38A - Aruba AP-503H Dual-Radio Wi-Fi 6 Access Point
Overview
The HPE R3V38A (Aruba AP-503H) is a dual-radio Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) indoor access point configured for lower-to-mid density deployments (such as hotel guest rooms, branch offices, dorms). It uses a 2×2:2 MIMO configuration (two transmit, two receive) across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. The design includes three RJ-45 ports (one uplink + two downlink or LAN ports) and a USB port for IoT support or custom applications. The model is part of the "500H" hospitality/branch series, supporting features like OFDMA, MU-MIMO, TWT and WPA3 for modern wireless client requirements.
This unit is a good choice when you need a WiFi 6-capable AP for a branch or hospitality environment with moderate user density, where high-end 4×4 APs would be over-spec'd.
Key Features
Supports Wi-Fi 6 with 2×2:2 spatial streams, enabling up to approximately 1.5 Gbps aggregate (in optimal conditions) for typical branch/hospitality loads.
Three Gigabit Ethernet ports (one uplink + two LAN/daisy-chain) allow flexible wiring in branch-office or hotel room networks.
USB port for IoT, BLE beaconing or custom integration × useful in hospitality/branch settings for location services or guest devices.
Internal semi-directional antennas reduce installation complexity, and the compact design fits standard ceiling or wall mount with hotel/branch aesthetics.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|
| Brand | HPE (Aruba Networking) |
| Part Number | R3V38A |
| Product Type | Dual-Radio AP - WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Key Specification | Spatial Streams: 2×2:2 |
| Key Specification | Approx. Max Aggregate Throughput: ~1.5 Gbps |
| Key Specification | Ports: 3× 1GbE RJ-45 + USB |
| Management | ArubaOS Controller / Instant / Cloud-managed |
| Use Case | Branch office, hotel guest rooms, dorms, hospitality |
| Mounting | Wall/ceiling mount; indoor rated |
| Warranty | Standard HPE networking hardware warranty (region) |
