HPE Aruba R2X10A Bluetooth wireless access point

HPE Aruba Instant On AP17

R2X10A

Outdoor Wireless Access Point with Bluetooth

The HPE Aruba Instant On AP17 (R2X10A) is a high-performance, outdoor-rated wireless access point designed to extend robust Wi-Fi connectivity to challenging external environments. Part of the Aruba Instant On family, this access point delivers business-grade 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 5) with support for Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO), providing exceptional speed and efficiency for small and growing businesses. Whether you need to provide reliable internet access to an outdoor café, a poolside area, a sprawling car dealership lot, or a small manufacturing unit's outdoor space, the AP17 ensures a strong, consistent signal. Its integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio further expands its capabilities, allowing for location-based services and simplified device setup. With its easy-to-use cloud-based management platform and mobile app, the AP17 simplifies deployment and ongoing administration, making enterprise-grade Wi-Fi accessible and affordable without the need for extensive IT expertise or dedicated controllers.

Features

The HPE Aruba Instant On AP17 operates on dual radio bands (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) simultaneously, leveraging 802.11ac Wave 2 technology to deliver combined wireless data rates of up to 1.167 Gbps (867 Mbps on 5 GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz). This dual-band capability, combined with 2x2:2 MIMO and MU-MIMO support, ensures high-bandwidth activities like video streaming and cloud application usage run smoothly, even with multiple concurrent users. The access point is powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE) (802.3af), simplifying installation by requiring only a single Ethernet cable for both data and power, which is particularly beneficial for outdoor deployments where power outlets might be scarce. Its rugged, outdoor-rated enclosure with an IP55 rating protects it from dust and water ingress, making it resilient in various weather conditions.

Advanced Options

The integrated virtual controller eliminates the need for external hardware, allowing for easy management of multiple AP17 units and other Instant On access points through the intuitive Instant On mobile app or web portal, enabling simple network setup, guest access configuration, and overall network monitoring. The built-in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio adds value by enabling proximity-based services and streamlined onboarding of Bluetooth-enabled IoT devices.