Aruba AP-325 Wi-Fi 5 Indoor Access Point (JW186A)
Brand: Aruba | Category: Wireless Access Points
SKU: ARU-JW186A | Part #: JW186A | MPN: JW186A
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About the Aruba AP-325 Wi-Fi 5 Indoor Access Point (JW186A)
Deploy the Aruba AP-325 Wi-Fi 5 Indoor Access Point (JW186A) in mid-to-large office environments, educational campuses, and high-density indoor zones requiring reliable concurrent connectivity across multiple client bands. This dual-radio access point delivers IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 performance with backward compatibility across 802.11a/b/g/n standards, making it ideal for network engineers and IT procurement teams modernizing enterprise wireless infrastructure.
The AP-325 combines a 4x4:4 MU-MIMO 5 GHz radio with a 2x2:2 MIMO 2.4 GHz radio, plus an integrated third radio for air monitoring and spectrum analysis. Maximum aggregate throughput reaches 1.7 Gbps (1300 Mbps on 5 GHz + 400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz) across 20, 40, and 80 MHz channel widths on 5 GHz, and 20 and 40 MHz on 2.4 GHz. The access point connects via a single 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet uplink and operates on IEEE 802.3at PoE+ input (also supports 802.3af), consuming a maximum of 18.5 W. Security is comprehensive, including WPA3, WPA2, 802.1X, FIPS 140-2, Common Criteria EAP, and legacy options. The JW186A features six integrated omni-directional antennas in a compact 170 x 170 x 36.7 mm form factor, suitable for ceiling or wall mounting on standard T-bar rails. Management flexibility spans Aruba Central cloud platforms, ArubaOS controller-based deployments, and controller-less Aruba Instant mode. Operating conditions range from 0°C to 50°C with 5–93% non-condensing humidity support.
Typical Deployment Scenarios
- Multi-floor office buildings and corporate campuses requiring seamless 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz coverage with band steering
- Educational institutions leveraging spectrum analysis and air monitoring for dynamic channel optimization
- Healthcare and financial facilities demanding WPA3 and FIPS 140-2 compliance across distributed wireless networks
- Retail and hospitality venues needing high-density client support with MU-MIMO efficiency
- Organizations transitioning from controller-based to cloud-managed or instant-mode wireless architectures
Contact Omnixon Global to submit an RFQ for the Aruba AP-325 (JW186A) and integrate enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 5 into your infrastructure today.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Aruba |
| Category | Wireless Access Points |
| SKU | ARU-JW186A |
| Part Number | JW186A |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | Indoor / Ceiling |
| Interface | PoE+ / Ethernet / Wi-Fi |
| Speed | 4x4:4 |
| Model | AP-325 |
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 (Wi-Fi 5); backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n |
| Radio Configuration | Dual-radio concurrent 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz, plus integrated third radio (air monitor / spectrum analyzer) |
| 5 GHz MIMO | 4x4:4 MU-MIMO |
| 2.4 GHz MIMO | 2x2:2 MIMO |
| Maximum Aggregate Data Rate | 1.7 Gbps (1300 Mbps on 5 GHz + 400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz) |
| Channel Width Support | 20, 40, 80 MHz (5 GHz); 20, 40 MHz (2.4 GHz) |
| Antenna | Internal omni-directional; 6 integrated antennas |
| Ethernet Uplink | 1x 10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) |
| Power over Ethernet | IEEE 802.3at PoE+ (input); also supports 802.3af |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 18.5 W (PoE+) |
| Security Standards | WPA3, WPA2, 802.1X, FIPS 140-2, Common Criteria EAP, WEP, TKIP, AES |
| Management Options | Aruba Central (cloud), ArubaOS controller-based, Aruba Instant (controller-less) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 93% non-condensing |
| Mounting | Ceiling or wall mount; compatible with standard T-bar ceiling rail |
| Dimensions | 170 mm x 170 mm x 36.7 mm (6.7 in x 6.7 in x 1.45 in) |
| Weight | 430 g (0.95 lb) without mounting bracket |
| Certifications | Wi-Fi Alliance certified, FCC, IC, CE, UL, CB |
Frequently Asked Questions about Aruba AP-325 Wi-Fi 5 Indoor Access Point (JW186A)
What does the Aruba AP-325 Wi-Fi 5 Indoor Access Point (JW186A) do?
The Aruba AP-325 Wi-Fi 5 Indoor Access Point (JW186A) is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
What are the headline specs of the Aruba AP-325 Wi-Fi 5 Indoor Access Point (JW186A)?
Key specifications for the Aruba AP-325 Wi-Fi 5 Indoor Access Point (JW186A): form factor Indoor / Ceiling; interface PoE+ / Ethernet / Wi-Fi; Limited Lifetime support; new condition. Manufacturer part number JW186A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the Aruba AP-325 Wi-Fi 5 Indoor Access Point (JW186A) compatible with my infrastructure?
The Aruba AP-325 Wi-Fi 5 Indoor Access Point (JW186A) interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.