Aruba Access Point 720 Series (AP-720) Q9G68A
Brand: Aruba | Category: Wireless Access Points
SKU: Q9G68A | Part #: Q9G68A | MPN: Q9G68A
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About the Aruba Access Point 720 Series (AP-720) Q9G68A
The Aruba Access Point 720 Series (AP-720, model Q9G68A) is a tri-band Wi-Fi 6E access point built for high-density enterprise deployments requiring support for hundreds of concurrent wireless clients. Manufactured by Aruba (HPE), this indoor access point combines IEEE 802.11ax wireless technology across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz frequency bands, delivering flexible radio chain configurations: 2x2 MIMO on 2.4 GHz and 4x4 MIMO on both 5 GHz and 6 GHz. Network engineers and IT procurement teams will appreciate the multi-band approach and the support for channel widths up to 160 MHz on 5 GHz and 6 GHz, along with simultaneous uplink and downlink OFDMA and MU-MIMO capabilities that maximize spectral efficiency across dense user populations.
The AP-720 offers three flexible deployment modes—Aruba Instant for controllerless operation, ArubaOS for traditional controller management, and Aruba Central for cloud-based administration—ensuring integration with existing infrastructure. Connectivity includes 1x 2.5GBASE-T PoE uplink and 1x 1GBASE-T port, with support for both IEEE 802.3at PoE+ and IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ power standards. Security is enterprise-grade, supporting WPA3-Personal, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA2, 802.1X, and Management Frame Protection (MFP). An integrated Bluetooth 5 / BLE radio and 1x USB 2.0 port enable IoT and accessory integration. The unit mounts flush to ceiling or wall and ships with mounting hardware included. Part number Q9G68A is the exact SKU for this model.
Typical Enterprise Use Cases
- High-density office environments requiring simultaneous Wi-Fi 6E coverage for 200+ devices per floor
- Healthcare and education campuses deploying cloud-managed networks via Aruba Central
- Venues and large facilities integrating BLE-based location services and IoT sensors through the USB 2.0 port
- Organizations needing WPA3-Enterprise security with 802.1X authentication across multiple APs
- Mixed-mode deployments combining Instant, controller-managed, and cloud-managed access points
For pricing, availability, and customized configurations, submit an RFQ through Omnixon Global.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Aruba |
| Category | Wireless Access Points |
| SKU | Q9G68A |
| Part Number | Q9G68A |
| Condition | New |
| Series | Aruba Access Point 720 (AP-720) |
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz (Tri-band) |
| Radio Chains (2.4 GHz) | 2x2 MIMO |
| Radio Chains (5 GHz) | 4x4 MIMO |
| Radio Chains (6 GHz) | 4x4 MIMO |
| Security Standards | WPA3-Personal, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA2, 802.1X, Management Frame Protection (MFP) |
| Operating Modes | Aruba Instant (controllerless), Controller-managed (ArubaOS), Aruba Central (cloud-managed) |
| Ethernet Uplink | 1x 2.5GBASE-T (PoE-in), 1x 1GBASE-T |
| Power over Ethernet | IEEE 802.3at (PoE+), IEEE 802.3bt (PoE++/4PPoE) |
| USB Port | 1x USB 2.0 (for IoT/BLE/Zigbee accessories) |
| Bluetooth / IoT Radio | Integrated Bluetooth 5 / BLE |
| Channel Widths Supported | 20, 40, 80, 160 MHz (5 GHz and 6 GHz) |
| OFDMA | Uplink and Downlink OFDMA |
| MU-MIMO | Uplink and Downlink MU-MIMO |
| Mounting | Ceiling or wall mount (mounting hardware included) |
| Form Factor | Indoor access point |
| Management Platforms | Aruba Central (cloud), ArubaOS controller, Aruba Instant |
Frequently Asked Questions about Aruba Access Point 720 Series (AP-720) Q9G68A
Does the Aruba Access Point 720 Series (AP-720) Q9G68A support our SFP transceivers?
Most enterprise switches ship without transceivers; we quote vendor-matched optics alongside the switch (Cisco-genuine for Catalyst/Nexus, HPE/Aruba-genuine for CX, Juniper-genuine for QFX/EX). Third-party MSA-compatible options are also available at lower cost — specify preference in the RFQ.
Do you provide stacking / VPC / MLAG configuration help?
Yes — our network engineers can pre-stage stacking, VPC pairs, MLAG, EVPN-VXLAN, or fabric extender configurations in advance, or provide remote commissioning. Add commissioning to your RFQ.
What software licensing is included?
Switch software licensing varies by vendor. Cisco DNA / Cisco DCNM, Aruba CX licensing tiers, Juniper Premium, NVIDIA Cumulus — we quote the licensing tier matched to your features (BGP-EVPN, telemetry, automation). No surprises later.
Is the support global?
Yes — manufacturer hardware support is global (return-to-vendor or advance replacement depending on tier). For 24x7 same-day on-site replacement, attach a SmartNet / Foundation Care / J-Care contract during quoting.