Brand: HPE | Category: Wireless Access Points
SKU: HP-R9W20A | Part #: R9W20A | MPN: R9W20A
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The HPE Aruba Networking AP-770 Series represents the pinnacle of enterprise wireless technology, built around the IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) standard to deliver unprecedented aggregate throughput of up to 46 Gbps across simultaneous 6 GHz, 5 GHz, and 2.4 GHz radio bands. The architecture leverages Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 4096-QAM modulation, and 320 MHz channel bandwidth support on the 6 GHz band to dramatically reduce latency and increase spectral efficiency compared to previous Wi-Fi 6E generation hardware. The integrated 10GbE uplink port eliminates the traditional backhaul bottleneck, ensuring the full capacity of the radio subsystem can be realized in real-world enterprise environments.
Designed explicitly for high-density, mission-critical deployments, the AP-770 Series incorporates HPE Aruba's advanced ClientMatch and AirMatch algorithms to continuously optimize client steering, channel selection, and transmit power in real time. The access point supports up to 12 spatial streams across its three radios, and its dedicated 6 GHz radio operates with minimal legacy interference, making it ideal for latency-sensitive workloads such as real-time video collaboration, clinical imaging transfer, and industrial IoT telemetry. Built-in AI-powered RF optimization through Aruba Central provides predictive analytics and automated remediation without requiring manual RF planning cycles.
The AP-770 Series integrates seamlessly into HPE Aruba's Zero Trust and SASE security framework, supporting WPA3-Enterprise, Enhanced Open (OWE), and SAE authentication natively. IoT integration is addressed through dual IoT radio support enabling concurrent Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee/Thread communication, allowing enterprises to consolidate wireless infrastructure and eliminate dedicated IoT overlay networks. The platform is engineered to support environments including large enterprise campuses, dense convention centers, healthcare facilities with strict HIPAA communication requirements, and high-throughput manufacturing floors.
| Manufacturer | HP (HPE Aruba Networking) |
| Model Series | AP-770 Series |
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7), backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Radio Bands | Tri-band: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz (concurrent) |
| Aggregate Throughput | Up to 46 Gbps |
| Spatial Streams | 12 total (2x2 on 2.4 GHz, 4x4 on 5 GHz, 4x4 on 6 GHz, 2x2 dedicated scanning/security) |
| Maximum Channel Width | 320 MHz (6 GHz band) |
| Modulation | Up to 4096-QAM (EHT) |
| Key Wi-Fi 7 Features | Multi-Link Operation (MLO), Multi-RU OFDMA, Preamble Puncturing, BSS Coloring |
| Wired Uplink | 1x 10GbE (RJ-45 + SFP+ combo port) |
| Secondary Ethernet | 1x 2.5GbE (PoE passthrough capable) |
| PoE Input | IEEE 802.3bt (PoE++) 90W; supports 802.3at/af in reduced-power mode |
| IoT Radios | Dual IoT: Bluetooth 5.x and 802.15.4 (Zigbee/Thread) simultaneous operation |
| Security | WPA3-Enterprise (192-bit), WPA3-Personal, SAE, OWE (Enhanced Open), 802.1X, RADIUS/TACACS+ |
| Antenna Configuration | Integrated tri-band omni-directional antennas; external antenna connectors available |
| Management | HPE Aruba Central (cloud-native AI/ML), ArubaOS-based controller mode, Instant (controller-less) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 93% non-condensing |
| Dimensions | Approximately 260 mm x 260 mm x 60 mm (ceiling mount form factor) |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, Wi-Fi Alliance Wi-Fi 7 Certified, UL2043 (plenum-rated) |
| Launch Date | Q1 2025 |
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| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Wireless Access Points |
| SKU | HP-R9W20A |
| Part Number | R9W20A |
| Condition | New |
| Model Series | AP-770 Series |
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7), backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Radio Bands | Tri-band: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz (concurrent) |
| Aggregate Throughput | Up to 46 Gbps |
| Spatial Streams | 12 total (2x2 on 2.4 GHz, 4x4 on 5 GHz, 4x4 on 6 GHz, 2x2 dedicated scanning/security) |
| Maximum Channel Width | 320 MHz (6 GHz band) |
| Modulation | Up to 4096-QAM (EHT) |
| Key Wi-Fi 7 Features | Multi-Link Operation (MLO), Multi-RU OFDMA, Preamble Puncturing, BSS Coloring |
| Wired Uplink | 1x 10GbE (RJ-45 + SFP+ combo port) |
| Secondary Ethernet | 1x 2.5GbE (PoE passthrough capable) |
| PoE Input | IEEE 802.3bt (PoE++) 90W; supports 802.3at/af in reduced-power mode |
| IoT Radios | Dual IoT: Bluetooth 5.x and 802.15.4 (Zigbee/Thread) simultaneous operation |
| Security | WPA3-Enterprise (192-bit), WPA3-Personal, SAE, OWE (Enhanced Open), 802.1X, RADIUS/TACACS+ |
| Antenna Configuration | Integrated tri-band omni-directional antennas; external antenna connectors available |
| Management | HPE Aruba Central (cloud-native AI/ML), ArubaOS-based controller mode, Instant (controller-less) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 93% non-condensing |
| Dimensions | Approximately 260 mm x 260 mm x 60 mm (ceiling mount form factor) |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, Wi-Fi Alliance Wi-Fi 7 Certified, UL2043 (plenum-rated) |
| Launch Date | Q1 2025 |
The HPE Aruba Networking AP-770 Series Access Point 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.
Key specifications for the HPE Aruba Networking AP-770 Series Access Point: new condition; manufacturer HP (HPE Aruba Networking); model series AP-770 Series; wi-fi standard IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7), backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax; radio bands Tri-band: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz (concurrent); aggregate throughput Up to 46 Gbps; spatial streams 12 total (2x2 on 2.4 GHz, 4x4 on 5 GHz, 4x4 on 6 GHz, 2x2 dedicated scanning/security). Manufacturer part number R9W20A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
The HPE Aruba Networking AP-770 Series Access Point 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.