HPE Aruba AP-505 Wireless Access Point, PoE supported (R2H28A)
HPE Aruba AP-505 Access Point, PoE supported (R2H28A) - 2 Years Local Warranty

The Aruba 500 series access points, with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) technology and Aruba’s intelligent software innovations, deliver high performance connectivity for mobile and IoT devices in any environment.
The 500 series is designed to simultaneously serve multiple clients and traffic types in dense environments, and boosts overall network performance by up to 400% compared to 802.11ac APs.
The 500 Series also provides differentiated capabilities that include AI-powered RF optimization, Live upgrades, WPA3 and Enhanced Open certified security, and unified wired and wireless policy with Dynamic Segmentation.
Additionally, Green AP energy savings are available when Aruba’s AI/ML capabilities are enabled.

HPE Aruba AP-505 Access Point Specifications:
WI-FI RADIO SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer Part Number: | R2H28A / GTIN: 190017357997 |
AP Type: | Indoor, dual radio, 5GHz and 2.4GHz 802.11ax 2x2 MIMO |
5GHz radio: | Two spatial stream Single User (SU) MIMO for up to 1.2Gbps wireless data rate with individual 2SS HE80 802.11ax client devices, or with two 1SS HE80 802.11ax MU-MIMO capable client devices simultaneously |
2.4GHz radio: |
Two spatial stream Single User (SU) MIMO for up to 574Mbps wireless data rate with individual 2SS HE40 802.11ax client devices or with two 1SS HE40 802.11ax MU-MIMO capable client devices simultaneously |
Maximum number of associated client devices: |
Up to 256 associated client devices per radio |
Maximum number of BSSIDs: |
16 BSSIDs per radio |
Supported frequency bands (country-specific restrictions apply): |
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Available channels: | Dependent on configured regulatory domain |
Supported radio technologies: |
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Supported modulation types: |
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802.11n high-throughput (HT) support: |
HT20/40 |
802.11ac very high throughput (VHT) support: | VHT20/40/80 |
802.11ax high efficiency (HE) support: | HE20/40/80 |
Supported data rates (Mbps): |
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802.11n/ac packet aggregation: | A-MPDU, A-MSDU |
Transmit power: | Configurable in increments of 0.5 dBm |
Maximum (aggregate, conducted total) transmit power (limited by local regulatory requirements): | 2.4 GHz band: +21 dBm (18dBm per chain)5 GHz band: +21 dBm (18 dBm per chain)Note: conducted transmit power levels exclude antenna gain. For total (EIRP) transmit power, add antenna gain. |
WI-FI ANTENNAS
Aruba AP-505: | Two integrated dual-band downtilt omni-directional antennas for 2x2 MIMO with peak antenna gain of 4.9dBi in 2.4GHz and 5.7dBi in 5GHz. Built-in antennas are optimized for horizontal ceiling mounted orientation of the AP. The downtilt angle for maximum gain is roughly 30 degrees.Combining the patterns of each of the antennas of the MIMO radios, the peak gain of the combined, average pattern is 4.3dBi in 2.4GHz and 5.6dBi in 5GHz. |
OTHER INTERFACES
E0: Ethernet wired network port (RJ-45): |
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DC power interface: | 12Vdc (nominal, +/- 5%), accepts 2.1mm/5.5mm center-positive circular plug with 9.5mm length |
USB 2.0 host interface (Type A connector): |
Capable of sourcing up to 1A / 5W to an attached device |
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE5.0) and Zigbee (802.15.4) radio:
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Visual indicators (two multi-color LEDs): | For System and Radio status |
Reset button: | Factory reset, LED mode control (normal/off) |
Serial console interface: | Proprietary, micro-B USB physical jack |
Security slot: | Kensington security slot |
POWER SOURCES AND POWER CONSUMPTION
The AP supports direct DC power and Power over Ethernet: |
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Maximum (worst-case) power consumption (without / with a USB device attached): |
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Maximum (worst-case) power consumption in idle mode: | 4.3W (DC) or 6.1W (PoE) |
Maximum (worst-case) power consumption in deep-sleep mode: |
1.7W (DC) or 3.3W (PoE) |
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions/weight (AP-505; unit, excluding mount bracket): |
160mm (W) x 161mm (D) x 37mm (H) Weight: 500g |
Dimensions/weight (AP-505; shipping): |
193mm (W) x 183mm (D) x 63mm (H) Weight: 645g |
Mounting details (AP-505): | A mounting bracket has been pre-installed on the back of the AP. This bracket is used to secure the AP to any of the mount kits (sold separately); see the 500 Series Ordering Guide for details. |
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
Operating conditions: |
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Storage and transportation conditions: |
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RELIABILITY
Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF): | 1.3Mhrs (148yrs) at +25°C operating temperature |
REGULATORY AND SAFETY COMPLIANCE
Minimum ArubaOS Release: |
ArubaOS and Aruba InstantOS 8.6.0.0 |
Regulatory compliance (for more country-specific regulatory information and approvals, please see your Aruba representative): |
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Certifications: |
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HPE Aruba AP-505 Access Point Documentation:
Aruba AP-505 Series Access Points Datasheet
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