Aruba AP-505 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (R2H28A)
Brand: Aruba | Category: Wireless Access Points
SKU: ARU-R2H28A | Part #: R2H28A | MPN: R2H28A
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About the Aruba AP-505 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (R2H28A)
The Aruba AP-505 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (R2H28A) delivers enterprise-grade wireless performance with a single 2.5 Gbps 802.3bz autosensing Ethernet uplink, eliminating backhaul bottlenecks while supporting both 802.3at (PoE+) and 802.3af (PoE) power delivery. Network engineers can deploy this access point in any environment where wired infrastructure meets modern power budgets, confident that a single cable carries both connectivity and power.
Built on the Aruba platform and manufactured by HPE Networking, the AP-505 combines dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) performance with integrated IoT connectivity. The 2.4 GHz radio achieves 574 Mbps maximum PHY rate with 2x2 MIMO, while the 5 GHz radio reaches 1.2 Gbps, for a combined throughput of up to 1.77 Gbps. Advanced features including OFDMA, MU-MIMO, BSS Coloring, and Target Wake Time optimize spectrum efficiency across dense deployments. Security is enforced through WPA3-Personal and WPA3-Enterprise, alongside WPA2, Enhanced Open (OWE), 802.1X, and Tunneled EAP (TEAP) protocols. The integrated Bluetooth 5 and 802.15.4 (Zigbee) radios extend connectivity to IoT devices, while backward compatibility with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac ensures legacy device support. Management operates seamlessly through Aruba Central (cloud), Aruba Mobility Conductor, or ArubaOS standalone, giving IT procurement teams flexibility in control architecture.
Deployment Scenarios
- High-density office and campus environments requiring low-profile ceiling or wall mounting with concurrent dual-band coverage
- Mixed-device environments where IoT sensors (Zigbee, Bluetooth 5) coexist with Wi-Fi 6 clients and legacy wireless devices
- Facilities operating 0°C to 40°C with 5% to 93% non-condensing humidity, including temperature-controlled server rooms and outdoor-adjacent spaces
- Organizations standardizing on Aruba Central cloud management or hybrid on-premises Mobility Conductor architectures
- Enterprise networks requiring Wi-Fi Alliance Wi-Fi 6 certified equipment with full FCC, IC, and CE regulatory compliance
For procurement and detailed specifications on the R2H28A, contact Omnixon Global to submit an RFQ.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Aruba |
| Category | Wireless Access Points |
| SKU | ARU-R2H28A |
| Part Number | R2H28A |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | Indoor / Ceiling |
| Interface | PoE+ / Ethernet / Wi-Fi |
| Speed | 2x2:2 |
| Model | AP-505 |
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Radio Bands | Dual-band: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz concurrent |
| 2.4 GHz Radio | 802.11ax, 2x2 MIMO, max PHY rate 574 Mbps |
| 5 GHz Radio | 802.11ax, 2x2 MIMO, max PHY rate 1.2 Gbps |
| Maximum Combined PHY Rate | Up to 1.77 Gbps |
| MIMO | 2x2 MU-MIMO on both radios |
| IoT Radio | Integrated Bluetooth 5 and 802.15.4 (Zigbee) |
| Uplink Interface | One 2.5 Gbps 802.3bz autosensing Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| Power over Ethernet | 802.3at (PoE+) and 802.3af (PoE) supported |
| Security Protocols | WPA3-Personal, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA2, Enhanced Open (OWE), 802.1X, Tunneled EAP (TEAP) |
| Management Platforms | Aruba Central (cloud), Aruba Mobility Conductor, ArubaOS standalone |
| Key Wi-Fi 6 Features | OFDMA (uplink and downlink), MU-MIMO, BSS Coloring, Target Wake Time (TWT) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 93% non-condensing |
| Certifications | Wi-Fi Alliance Wi-Fi 6 certified; FCC, IC, CE regulatory compliance |
| Mounting | Ceiling or wall mount; compatible with Aruba AP-505 mounting accessories |
| Form Factor | Indoor, low-profile |
Frequently Asked Questions about Aruba AP-505 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (R2H28A)
What does the Aruba AP-505 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (R2H28A) do?
The Aruba AP-505 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (R2H28A) 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-505 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (R2H28A)?
Key specifications for the Aruba AP-505 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (R2H28A): form factor Indoor / Ceiling; interface PoE+ / Ethernet / Wi-Fi; Limited Lifetime support; new condition. Manufacturer part number R2H28A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the Aruba AP-505 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (R2H28A) compatible with my infrastructure?
The Aruba AP-505 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (R2H28A) 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.