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
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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 is the maximum Wi-Fi 6 throughput of the HPE Aruba 560 Series AP?
The HPE Aruba 560 Series delivers up to 1.49 Gbps aggregate throughput with Wi-Fi 6 performance. This includes 1.2 Gbps on the 5 GHz HE80 band and 574 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz HE40 band, optimized through OFDMA and MU-MIMO technology for efficient multi-user access.
Can the HPE Aruba 560 Series AP be used outdoors in 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 harsh weather and wind conditions, making it ideal for campuses, venues, and industrial sites.
Does this access point support IoT device connectivity?
Yes, the HPE Aruba 560 Series includes integrated Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios for seamless IoT integration alongside Wi-Fi 6 connectivity. This allows you to connect and manage both traditional network devices and IoT sensors from a single access point.
What power options are available for the HPE Aruba 560 Series AP?
We offer two power delivery options: standard 802.3af/at Power over Ethernet (PoE) or 12 V DC direct power. The access point consumes a maximum of 15.6 W during operation and only 4.2 W in idle mode, making it efficient for outdoor deployments.
How is the HPE Aruba 560 Series AP provisioned and managed?
The 560 Series features zero-touch provisioning and centralized cloud management, significantly reducing operational complexity. Built-in dynamic segmentation and policy enforcement firewalls enable secure separation of guest and operational traffic without manual configuration.
What antenna options are available for the HPE Aruba 560 Series?
We offer two model options: one with an internal omnidirectional antenna for 360-degree coverage and another with an integrated directional antenna for focused coverage in specific directions. Both models connect via a single 1×1 GbE RJ-45 uplink port and maintain the same rugged outdoor form factor.
