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 R4W53A 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 with dual 2×2:2 radios—1.2 Gbps on the 5 GHz HE80 band and 574 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz HE40 band. 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 purpose-built for outdoor deployment with an IP55-rated enclosure that resists dust and moisture. It operates reliably in extreme temperatures ranging from –40 °C to +65 °C and is engineered to withstand wind and weather conditions, making it perfect for industrial and campus outdoor installations.
Does this access point support IoT devices and what connectivity options are available?
The HPE Aruba 560 Series integrates Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios for seamless IoT deployment alongside Wi-Fi 6 connectivity. For network uplink, it features a 1×1 GbE RJ-45 port and supports both 802.3af/at PoE and 12 V DC power options, providing flexible deployment choices.
What management and security features are included with the 560 Series?
The 560 Series offers zero-touch provisioning and centralized cloud management to reduce operational complexity. It includes dynamic segmentation and a built-in firewall that enforces policies to keep guest and operational traffic secure, simplifying network administration across distributed locations.
What are the power consumption specifications for the HPE Aruba 560 Series?
The access point consumes a maximum of 15.6 W during operation and only 4.2 W in idle mode, making it highly energy-efficient for large-scale outdoor deployments. This low power draw is ideal for PoE-powered installations where power budgets are constrained.
What antenna options are available for the HPE Aruba 560 Series?
We offer the 560 Series in two antenna configurations: an internal omnidirectional antenna model for 360-degree coverage and an integrated directional antenna model for focused coverage in specific directions. Both options are integrated into the rugged outdoor enclosure for weather protection.
The HPE Aruba R4W53A Wireless Access Points is also known as
HPE-R4W53A
