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Overview


HPE Aruba Networking 503 Series Campus Access Points deliver affordable Wi-Fi 6 coverage for indoor environments such as mid-sized offices, schools, and retail spaces where fewer people are on the network at the same time. With a 1.49 Gbps maximum combined data rate, the 503 series delivers cost-effective and reliable Wi-Fi for low to medium density environments. The 503 series is Wi-Fi CERTIFIED and supports 802.11ax features; OFDMA for multi-user efficiency, target wake time (TWT) to extend the battery life of connected Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and WPA3 and Enhanced Open (OWE) for greater password and guest security. The 503 series includes a limited lifetime warranty.

What is new supporting point:
Cost-effective Wi-Fi 6 access points provide up to 1.49 Gbps maximum combined data rate
It supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) features including OFDMA for enhanced multi-user efficiency and WPA and Enhanced Open (OWE) for greater security
Dynamic segmentation and policy enforcement firewalls (PEFs) automatically enforce consistent policies across wired and wireless networks, enhancing user and device security
Flexible management with AI-powered HPE Aruba Networking Central
Available as optional eco-friendly 10-packs




At-a-glance


  • HPE Aruba Networking 503 Series Campus Access Points can be managed with HPE Aruba Networking Central, an AI-powered solution that simplifies IT operations, improves agility, and reduces costs by unifying management of campus, branch, remote, data center, and IoT networks from one dashboard.
    Quick and easy deployment at branch offices or remote work sites without on-site technical expertise using zero touch provisioning (ZTP).
    It provides seamless support for Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee wireless protocols using an optional IoT expansion radio (purchase separately).

  • HPE Aruba Networking 503 Series Campus Access Points deliver a maximum speed of 1.49 Gbps with up to 2 spatial streams and 80 MHz channels (HE80).
    Wi-Fi CERTIFIED with support for Wi-Fi 6 features such as OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and target wait time (TWT) to drive improved efficiency. Handles multiple Wi-Fi 6 clients on each channel simultaneously, regardless of device or traffic type.
    Enhanced wireless experience with HPE Aruba Networking ClientMatch technology removes sticky client issues by steering a client to the AP where it receives a good radio signal.

  • HPE Aruba Networking 503 Series Campus Access Points offer enhanced security with dynamic segmentation to remove the time-consuming and error-prone task of managing complex and static VLANs, ACLs, and subnets by dynamically assigning policies and keeping traffic protected and separated.
    The target wake time (TWT), part of Wi-Fi 6, establishes a schedule for client communications to save power and reduce airtime contention.
    It offers stronger encryption and authentication with WPA3, protected credentials/keys storage for guest access with Enhanced Open (OWE), and user and IoT access policy enforcement firewalls (PEFs).
    The PEF automatically applies policies based on user role, device type, applications and location and dynamically segments traffic.
    For enhanced device assurance, the APs include an installed trusted platform module (TPM) for protected storage of credentials and keys, and boot code.




Reasons to buy

  • HPE Aruba Networking 503 Series Campus Access Points can be managed with HPE Aruba Networking Central, an AI-powered solution that simplifies IT operations, improves agility, and reduces costs by unifying management of campus, branch, remote, data center, and IoT networks from one dashboard.
    Quick and easy deployment at branch offices or remote work sites without on-site technical expertise using zero touch provisioning (ZTP).
    It provides seamless support for Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee wireless protocols using an optional IoT expansion radio (purchase separately).
  • HPE Aruba Networking 503 Series Campus Access Points deliver a maximum speed of 1.49 Gbps with up to 2 spatial streams and 80 MHz channels (HE80).
    Wi-Fi CERTIFIED with support for Wi-Fi 6 features such as OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and target wait time (TWT) to drive improved efficiency. Handles multiple Wi-Fi 6 clients on each channel simultaneously, regardless of device or traffic type.
    Enhanced wireless experience with HPE Aruba Networking ClientMatch technology removes sticky client issues by steering a client to the AP where it receives a good radio signal.
  • HPE Aruba Networking 503 Series Campus Access Points offer enhanced security with dynamic segmentation to remove the time-consuming and error-prone task of managing complex and static VLANs, ACLs, and subnets by dynamically assigning policies and keeping traffic protected and separated.
    The target wake time (TWT), part of Wi-Fi 6, establishes a schedule for client communications to save power and reduce airtime contention.
    It offers stronger encryption and authentication with WPA3, protected credentials/keys storage for guest access with Enhanced Open (OWE), and user and IoT access policy enforcement firewalls (PEFs).
    The PEF automatically applies policies based on user role, device type, applications and location and dynamically segments traffic.
    For enhanced device assurance, the APs include an installed trusted platform module (TPM) for protected storage of credentials and keys, and boot code.

Specification

Technical Description: HPE AP-503 Wireless Access Points - White
Antenna
Antenna gain level (max):Antenna gain is the measurement of an antenna's ability to amplify the incoming microwave signals in a particular direction, compared with the sensitivity of an isotropic antenna in any direction, or a dipole antenna in the equatorial direction.
4.8 dBi
Antenna direction type:
Omni-directional
Antenna type:Type of antenna, also known an aerial, e.g. external, internal.
Internal

Certificates
Certification:
Ethernet Alliance (PoE, PD device, Class 3) Wi-Fi Alliance: Wi-Fi CERTIFIED a, b, g, n, ac Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 WPA, WPA2 and WPA3—Enterprise with CNSA option, Personal (SAE), Enhanced Open (OWE) WMM, WMM-PS, Wi-Fi Agile Multiband
Compliance certificates:
Federal Communications Commission (FCC), ISED, CE, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Low Voltage Directive (LVD)

Certification
Certification:
Ethernet Alliance (PoE, PD device, Class 3) Wi-Fi Alliance: Wi-Fi CERTIFIED a, b, g, n, ac Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 WPA, WPA2 and WPA3—Enterprise with CNSA option, Personal (SAE), Enhanced Open (OWE) WMM, WMM-PS, Wi-Fi Agile Multiband
Compliance certificates:
Federal Communications Commission (FCC), ISED, CE, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Low Voltage Directive (LVD)

Design
Recommended usage:What the product should be used for, and how it should be used (e.g. ambient temperature).
Indoor
LED indicators:
Reset, Status, System
Reset button:
Yes
Product colour:
White

Features
Trusted Platform Module (TPM):
Yes
MIMO:
Yes
Cabling technology:Type of cable technology performance.
10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Networking standards:The way in which the network is working, e.g. IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g.
IEEE 802.11ax
Frequency band:A small section of the spectrum of radio communication frequencies, in which channels are usually used or set aside for the same purpose e.g.for a channel on FM radio; for mobile networks to communicate with mobile phones.
20/40 (2.4 GHz), 20/40/80 (5 GHz), maximum peak data rate 1.49 Gbps
Ethernet LAN data rates:The different speed levels of the Ethernet LAN connection.
1000 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate:
1490 Mbit/s
5 GHz:
Yes
6 GHz:
No
2.4 GHz:
Yes

Operational conditions
Storage relative humidity (H-H):
10 - 100%
Storage temperature (T-T):The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely stored.
-25 - 55 °C
Operating temperature (T-T):The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely operated.
0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H):
5 - 95%

Other features
Weight (imperial):
0.227 kg (0.5 lbs)
I/O ports:An interface on a device to which you can connect another device.
E0: Ethernet wired network port (RJ-45) USB 2.0 host interface (Type A connector) Serial console interface (proprietary, micro-B USB physical jack)

Packaging data
Package weight:Weight of the packaged product.
515 g
Package height:The distance from the top to the bottom of the packaging.
67 mm
Package depth:The distance from the front to the back of the packaging.
183 mm
Package width:The distance from one side of the packaging to the other.
196 mm

Performance
Compatible operating systems:List of desktop operating systems tested as compatible with this product.
HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System and HPE Aruba Networking Instant OS 8.11.1.0 and later HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System 10.5.0.0 and later

Ports & interfaces
USB connector type:The type of USB connector/port that this product has.
USB Type-A
USB 2.0 ports quantity:Number of USB 2.0 ports (connecting interfaces) in the device. USB 2.0 was released in April 2000 (now called "Hi-Speed"), adding higher maximum signaling rate of 480 Mbit/s (effective throughput up to 35 MB/s or 280 Mbit/s), USB 2.0 ports are usually black.
1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports:Number of Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports (connecting interfaces) in the device. Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports allow a computer to connect to the ethernet.
1

Power
Power over Ethernet (PoE):The device supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), which is one of several standardized or ad-hoc systems which pass electrical power along with data on Ethernet cabling. This allows a single cable to provide both data connection and electrical power to devices such as wireless access points or IP cameras.
Yes

Security
Security algorithms:Security algorithms are used to provide authentication, cipher key generation, integrity and radio link privacy to users on mobile networks. The security algorithms supported are the ones that can be used with this product.
WPA3, WPA, WPA2

Weight & dimensions
Weight:Weight of the product without packaging (net weight). If possible, the net weight is given including standard accessories and supplies. Please note that sometimes the manufacturer leaves out the weight of accessories and/or supplies.
255 g
Height:The measurement of the product from head to foot or from base to top.
35 mm
Depth:The distance from the front to the back of something.
145 mm
Width:The measurement or extent of something from side to side.
145 mm

Product details

R8M98A HPE 0190017532615

HPE AP-503 Wireless Access Points - White

£217.00 and In stock

SKU: R8M98A

HPE AP-503 Wireless Access Points - White

Quick Code: Q3154251 MPN: R8M98A
£180.83ex VAT

7 in stock
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