HPE Aruba 560 Series Wireless Access Points Model Overview
Ideal for campuses, venues and industrial sites, the 560 Series AP offers enterprise-class Wi-Fi 6 in a rugged outdoor form factor. Two 2×2:2 radios deliver up to 1.49 Gbps aggregate throughput with OFDMA and MU-MIMO for efficient multi-user access. Its IP55-rated enclosure resists dust, moisture and extreme temperatures, while integrated Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios support IoT deployments. Automated provisioning and centralized management reduce operational complexity, and policy enforcement firewalls keep guest and operational traffic secure.
Key Features
1.49 Gbps aggregate Wi-Fi 6 performance
OFDMA and MU-MIMO for optimized capacity
IP55-rated, –40 °C to +65 °C; weather and wind resistant
Bluetooth 5 & Zigbee for seamless IoT integration
Zero-touch provisioning and cloud management
Dynamic segmentation and built-in firewall
Specifications
5 GHz HE80: 1.2 Gbps; 2.4 GHz HE40: 574 Mbps
Model options: internal omni or integrated directional antenna
1×1 GbE RJ-45 port for uplink
Power options: 802.3af/at PoE or 12 V DC
Power consumption: 15.6 W max; 4.2 W idle
Size: 110 × 165 × 165 mm; Weight: 1.09 kg
HPE Aruba R4W48A Wireless Access Points Overview
Aruba 560 Series Outdoor Access Points
Entry-level Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) for outdoor and warehouse environments
Weatherproof and temperature hardened, Aruba 560 series access points deliver cost-effective Wi-Fi 6 wireless connectivity in outdoor and environmentally challenging locations.
Purpose-built to survive in the harshest outdoor environments, 560 series can withstand exposure to extreme high and low temperatures, persistent moisture and precipitation, and are fully sealed to keep out airborne contaminants. All electrical interfaces include industrial strength surge protection.
Aruba Wi-Fi 6 access points provide high-performance connectivity for any organization experiencing growing numbers of IoT and mobility requirements. With maximum aggregate on air data rate of 1.49 Gbps (HE80/HE20), they deliver the speed and reliability needed for most environments.
The Aruba advanced ClientMatch technology and an integrated Bluetooth beacon can help enable Aruba location services.
What Wi-Fi 6 performance can I expect from the HPE Aruba 560 Series AP?
The HPE Aruba 560 Series delivers up to 1.49 Gbps aggregate throughput across its dual 2×2:2 radios, with 1.2 Gbps on the 5 GHz HE80 channel and 574 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz HE40 channel. OFDMA and MU-MIMO technologies optimize capacity for efficient multi-user access, making it ideal for high-density deployments in campuses, venues, and industrial sites.
Is the HPE Aruba 560 Series suitable for outdoor and harsh environments?
Yes, the 560 Series is specifically designed for outdoor deployment with an IP55-rated enclosure that resists dust and moisture. It operates reliably across extreme temperatures from –40 °C to +65 °C and is engineered to withstand challenging weather and wind conditions, making it perfect for industrial sites and outdoor venue coverage.
What IoT connectivity options does this access point support?
The HPE Aruba 560 Series integrates Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios alongside Wi-Fi 6, enabling seamless IoT device connectivity and deployments. This multi-protocol support allows you to manage sensors, beacons, and other IoT endpoints from a single access point without requiring separate hardware.
How is the 560 Series provisioned and managed?
The 560 Series features zero-touch provisioning and centralized cloud management, significantly reducing operational complexity. Dynamic segmentation and built-in firewall capabilities enforce security policies, keeping guest and operational traffic separate while simplifying network administration across your deployment.
What power options are available for the HPE Aruba 560 Series?
The access point supports both 802.3af/at PoE and 12 V DC power options, giving you flexibility in deployment scenarios. With maximum power consumption of just 15.6 W and idle consumption of 4.2 W, the 560 Series is highly efficient while maintaining enterprise-class performance.
What are the antenna options for the HPE Aruba 560 Series?
We offer the 560 Series in two antenna configurations: internal omnidirectional or integrated directional antenna models. The directional antenna option (AP-567 RW) provides focused coverage for specific areas, while the omnidirectional option delivers 360-degree coverage, allowing you to choose based on your deployment topology.
The HPE Aruba R4W48A Wireless Access Points is also known as
HPE-R4W48A
