HPE Aruba AP-503HR (EU) Unified Remote Wireless Base Station Bluetooth 5.0 Wi-Fi 6 2.4 GHz 5 GHz

The HPE Aruba AP-503HR (EU) Unified Remote is a high-performance wireless base station designed for remote and branch office environments. It combines Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) technology to deliver fast, reliable connectivity for up to 4 wired devices. With a compact wall-plate form factor, it integrates seamlessly into existing network infrastructure.

Advantages

This access point offers unified management, supporting both controller-based and Instant AP modes for flexible deployment. Its dual-band 2x2:2 MIMO configuration provides aggregate data rates up to 1.774 Gbps, ensuring smooth performance for voice, video, and data applications. The integrated Bluetooth 5.0 enables location-based services and IoT connectivity.

Suitable for

• Remote and branch offices requiring secure, high-speed Wi-Fi
• Hospitality and healthcare environments needing wall-plate mounting
• Deployments requiring PoE power (802.3af/at) for simplified installation

Key specifications

• Wireless Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
• Bluetooth: 5.0
• Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
• MIMO: 2x2:2 (2.4 GHz), 2x2:2 (5 GHz)
• Max Data Rate: 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz), 1.2 Gbps (5 GHz)
• Aggregate Peak Data Rate: 1.774 Gbps
• Ethernet Ports: 4 x Gigabit Ethernet (downlink), 1 x Gigabit Ethernet (uplink with PoE-in)
• Antenna Type: Internal Omni-directional
• Management: Unified (controller-managed or Instant AP)
• Security: WPA3, WPA2, WPA, OWE, Enhanced Open
• Processor: Dual-core ARM Cortex A53, 1.3 GHz
• Memory: 1 GB RAM, 4 GB Flash
• Mounting: Wall-plate (single/double-gang junction box)
• Power: PoE (802.3af/at) or 12V DC
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C

Recommendations

Ideal for organizations seeking a compact, high-performance access point with integrated Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 6. The AP-503HR simplifies deployment with PoE support and unified management, making it a cost-effective solution for remote connectivity.