HPE Aruba 503H Wireless Dual Band Access Point

HPE Aruba 503H Wireless Dual Band Access Point (R3V36A) - Lifetime Limited Warranty

Compact Wi-Fi 6 Access Point for Hospitality and Remote Workspaces

The HPE Aruba 503H Wireless Dual Band Access Point (R3V36A) is a compact enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6 access point designed for hospitality environments, student accommodation, branch offices, healthcare facilities, and remote workspaces. Delivering reliable wireless connectivity and modern networking capabilities, the Aruba 503H helps organizations provide seamless user experiences while maintaining secure and scalable wireless infrastructure.

Enhanced Wireless Performance with Wi-Fi 6 Technology

Powered by Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), the Aruba 503H improves wireless efficiency, network capacity, and device performance in environments with multiple connected users. It enables smooth access to cloud applications, video conferencing platforms, collaboration tools, online services, and business-critical applications while reducing network congestion and latency.

Designed for In-Room and Wall-Mounted Deployments

The Aruba 503H features a compact design that is ideal for wall-mounted installations in hotel rooms, serviced apartments, dormitories, healthcare facilities, and branch offices. Its space-saving form factor allows organizations to deliver dedicated wireless coverage to individual rooms and workspaces without compromising aesthetics or usability.

Enterprise Security and Simplified Network Management

Built with Aruba's enterprise-class security framework and centralized management capabilities, the Aruba 503H enables organizations to secure wireless access while simplifying network administration. IT teams can efficiently manage deployments, enforce policies, monitor performance, and maintain visibility across distributed wireless environments.

Technical Specifications

General
Model: AP-503H (RW)
Part Number: R3V36A
Product Name: HPE Aruba 503H Wireless Dual Band Access Point
Manufacturer: HPE Aruba Networking
Product Type: Hospitality Wireless Access Point
Series: Aruba 500H Series Hospitality Access Points
Deployment Type: Hotels, Dormitories, Student Housing, Healthcare Rooms, Branch Offices, Remote Workspaces
Wireless Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax)
Radio Design: Dual-Radio Access Point
Antenna Type: Internal Antennas
Management Platform: Aruba Central, Aruba Mobility Controllers, Aruba Instant
Warranty: HPE Aruba Limited Lifetime Warranty
Mounting Options: Wall Mount or Optional Desktop Stand

Wireless Specifications
Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)

Backward Compatibility:
• IEEE 802.11a
• IEEE 802.11b
• IEEE 802.11g
• IEEE 802.11n
• IEEE 802.11ac

Frequency Bands:
• 2.4 GHz
• 5 GHz

Radio Configuration: Dual-Radio
MIMO Configuration: 2x2:2 MU-MIMO
Maximum Aggregate Data Rate: Up to 1.49 Gbps
Maximum 5 GHz Data Rate: Up to 1.2 Gbps
Maximum 2.4 GHz Data Rate: Up to 287 Mbps
Channel Width Support: Up to 80 MHz
MU-MIMO: Supported
OFDMA: Supported
Target Wake Time (TWT): Supported
Beamforming: Supported
Wi-Fi 6 Certified: Supported

Radio Specifications
2.4 GHz Radio: 2x2 MIMO
5 GHz Radio: 2x2 MIMO
Concurrent Dual-Band Operation: Supported
ClientMatch Technology: Supported
RF Optimization: Supported
Sticky Client Mitigation: Supported
High-Density Client Support: Supported

Performance Specifications
Maximum Aggregate Throughput: Up to 1.49 Gbps
Wireless Clients per Radio: Up to 256
Voice and Video Optimization: Supported
Low-Latency Wireless Connectivity: Supported
High-Density Environment Support: Supported
Real-Time Application Support: Supported

Networking Specifications
Uplink Port: 1 x Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 Port
Uplink Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps
Downlink Ports: 2 x Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 Ports
Auto MDI/MDX: Supported
Network Segmentation: Supported
Quality of Service (QoS): Supported
Enterprise Switching Compatibility: Supported

USB & IoT Features
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5 Support
Zigbee Support: IEEE 802.15.4 Support
Integrated IoT Radio: Supported
Location Services: Supported
Asset Tracking: Supported
IoT Sensor Integration: Supported

Security Features
WPA2 Enterprise: Supported
WPA3 Enterprise: Supported
Enhanced Open (OWE): Supported
Dynamic Segmentation: Supported
Policy Enforcement Firewall (PEF): Supported
Role-Based Access Control: Supported
Trusted Platform Module (TPM): Supported
Enterprise Security Framework: Supported

Management Features
Aruba Central Cloud Management: Supported
Aruba Mobility Controllers: Supported
Aruba Instant Mode: Supported
Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP): Supported
Remote Monitoring: Supported
Firmware Management: Supported
Centralized Policy Management: Supported
AI-Powered Network Insights: Supported

Power Specifications
Power over Ethernet: Supported
PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af (PoE)
PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3at (PoE+)
DC Power Input: Supported
Intelligent Power Monitoring (IPM): Supported
Power Optimization Features: Supported

Antenna Specifications
Antenna Type: Internal Omni-Directional Antennas
MIMO Configuration: 2x2:2
Coverage Optimization: Supported
Hospitality Environment Coverage: Optimized

Physical Specifications
Form Factor: Hospitality Wall Plate Access Point
Color: White
Mounting Options: Wall Mount or Desktop Stand (Optional)
Deployment Environment: Indoor Use
Compact Hospitality Design: Supported

Features
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Technology
2x2:2 MU-MIMO Architecture
Up to 1.49 Gbps Aggregate Throughput
Dual-Band Wireless Connectivity
Integrated Gigabit Ethernet Switch Ports
Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee Support
Dynamic Segmentation Security
Aruba Central Cloud Management
Zero Touch Provisioning
Hospitality-Optimized Design
Enterprise Security Features
IoT Connectivity Support

Performance & Features
Designed specifically for hospitality and multi-dwelling environments
Combines enterprise Wi-Fi 6 connectivity with integrated wired networking ports
Provides secure wireless access for guest rooms, dormitories, and branch offices
Supports IoT deployments through integrated Bluetooth and Zigbee radios
Delivers improved wireless efficiency through OFDMA and MU-MIMO technologies
Enables secure user and device segmentation using Aruba Dynamic Segmentation
Offers centralized cloud-based management and monitoring through Aruba Central
Built for reliable enterprise-grade wireless performance in room-based deployments

Package Contents
HPE Aruba AP-503H Wireless Access Point
Mounting Hardware
Quick Start Guide
Regulatory Documentation

Key Features
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Technology
2x2:2 MU-MIMO Architecture
Up to 1.49 Gbps Wireless Throughput
1 x Gigabit Ethernet Uplink Port
2 x Gigabit Ethernet Downlink Ports
Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee Support
Aruba Central Management Ready
WPA3 Enterprise Security
Hospitality Wall Plate Design
Integrated IoT Radio
Enterprise-Class Reliability
Flexible Deployment Options

Typical Use Cases
Hotels and Resorts
Guest Rooms
Student Housing and Dormitories
Serviced Apartments
Healthcare Patient Rooms
Remote Branch Offices
Work-From-Home Deployments
Hospitality Networks
Managed Wi-Fi Services
Multi-Dwelling Unit (MDU) Installations
IoT-Enabled Guest Environments
Room-Based Enterprise Networking

Ordering Information
Model: HPE Aruba AP-503H (RW)
Part Number: R3V36A
Configuration: Dual-Radio 2x2 Wi-Fi 6 Hospitality Access Point with Gigabit Uplink and Integrated Ethernet Ports

Mounting Kit Options