HPE Aruba 580 Series Wireless Access Points Model Overview
Ideal for harsh outdoor and industrial environments, the 580 Series AP combines robust Wi-Fi 6 capacity with a rugged IP66/67 housing. Two 4×4:4 radios deliver a total of 2.97 Gbps throughput, serving high-density clients, video streams and analytics workloads. The all-metal, sealed enclosure and embedded surge arrestors protect against dust, water and power spikes. Native Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios simplify IoT deployments, while multi-gigabit Smart Rate 5 GbE, 10 Gb SFP+ and PoE-PD ports provide flexible, redundant backhaul.
Key Features
4×4:4 MIMO on both 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands
Up to 2.97 Gbps total aggregate throughput
IP66/67-rated; –40 °C to +65 °C; salt spray tested
Built-in surge protection on all wired interfaces
Bluetooth 5 & Zigbee for IoT and location services
Mounting: pole, wall or bracket kits (sold separately)
Warranty: lifetime hardware with advanced replaceable modules
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Purpose-built to survive in the harshest outdoor environments, Aruba 580 Series Outdoor Access Points are designed for the highest levels of performance and greater deployment flexibility - all backed by a limited lifetime warranty. Aruba 580 Series APs deliver the speed and reliability needed for large enterprise and Industrial IoT deployments with high power Bluetooth and 802.15.4/Zigbee radios and flexible power options.
DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR FLEXIBILITY
Weatherproofed, and temperature hardened to survive in the harshest outdoor environments, Aruba 580 Series APs 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 surge protection and are IP66/67 certified.
To support high-performance connectivity in dense mobile and IoT outdoor environments, Aruba 580 Series APs deliver maximum aggregate on air data rates of 2.97 Gbps and include 5 Gbps Smart Rate Ethernet ports. In addition, dual redundant power/port failover and support for AC ensure high availability with uninterrupted performance.
WI-FI 6 BENEFITS
The 580 Series APs are based on the Wi-Fi 6/802.11ax standard, which means that Wi-Fi 6 features such as Uplink and Downlink Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA), BSS coloring, Downlink Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO), and cellular co-location are fully supported making it more efficient and secure.
Advantages of OFDMA
This capability allows Aruba's APs to handle multiple 802.11ax capable clients on each channel simultaneously, regardless of device or traffic type. Channel utilization is optimized by handling each transaction via smaller sub-carriers or resource units (RUs), which means that clients are sharing a channel and not competing for airtime and bandwidth.
Bi-directional Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO)
Similar to downlink MU-MIMO in Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave 2), Aruba 580 Series APs can simultaneously connect clients using downlink - and now - uplink spatial streams. The added benefit is the ability to multiply the number of clients that can now send traffic, thus optimizing client-to-AP spatial stream diversity.
WI-FI OPTIMIZATION | Client optimization
Aruba's patented AI-powered ClientMatch technology eliminates sticky client issues by steering a client to the AP where it receives the best radio signal. ClientMatch also dynamically steers traffic to load balance APs to improve the user experience.
Aruba Outdoor Antenna Cable Extension - 10 Long low-loss LMR 400 antenna extension cable for use with Outdoor Access Points, interfaces AP N-Type Female interface to N-Type Male on antenna.
Aruba Outdoor Antenna Cable Extension - 10 Long low-loss LMR 400 antenna extension cable for use with Outdoor Access Points, interfaces AP N-Type Female interface to N-Type Male on antenna.
What makes the HPE Aruba 580 Series AP suitable for outdoor and industrial environments?
The HPE Aruba 580 Series features an IP66/67-rated all-metal sealed enclosure that protects against dust, water, and power spikes, with embedded surge arrestors on all wired interfaces. It operates reliably in extreme temperatures from –40°C to +65°C and has been salt spray tested for harsh industrial conditions. This rugged construction makes it ideal for warehouse, logistics, and outdoor deployment scenarios where standard indoor access points would fail.
What wireless performance can I expect from the HPE Aruba 580 Series AP?
The 580 Series delivers up to 2.97 Gbps total aggregate throughput with dual 4×4:4 MIMO radios operating on both 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands, supporting HE160, HE80, and HE40 radio modes for Wi-Fi 6 capacity. This performance level handles high-density client connections, video streams, and analytics workloads typical in modern warehouse and logistics operations. The dual-radio configuration ensures optimal spectrum utilization across your facility.
What IoT and connectivity options does the HPE Aruba 580 Series offer?
Beyond Wi-Fi 6, the 580 Series includes native Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios built-in, simplifying IoT deployments and location-based services without additional hardware. For backhaul connectivity, it provides Smart Rate 5 GbE, 10 Gb SFP+ uplinks, and PoE-PD with failover support, giving you flexible and redundant connection options. We offer this access point with multiple mounting solutions (pole, wall, or bracket kits sold separately) to fit your infrastructure needs.
What power requirements and efficiency specifications should I plan for?
The HPE Aruba 580 Series has a maximum power draw of 45W via PoE-PD, making it efficient for large-scale deployments where power budgeting is critical. This low power consumption reduces operational costs while maintaining enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6 performance. Contact us today to discuss power infrastructure requirements for your specific deployment size and location.
Is the HPE Aruba 580 Series covered by warranty and support?
Yes, the 580 Series includes a lifetime hardware warranty with advanced replaceable modules, protecting your investment long-term. This comprehensive coverage ensures minimal downtime and reduces total cost of ownership for warehouse and logistics environments. Visit barcodesinc.com or contact us today for details on support options and service level agreements available from our team.
How does the HPE Aruba 580 Series compare to previous generation outdoor access points?
The 580 Series represents a significant upgrade with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) technology delivering higher throughput and capacity than older Wi-Fi 5 outdoor models, while maintaining the same rugged IP66/67 durability standards. The addition of native Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios provides modern IoT capabilities that earlier generations lacked. We offer the 580 Series as the current industry-leading solution for harsh environment deployments requiring both performance and reliability.
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