HPE Aruba Instant On AP12 (Model R2X02A) — Small Business Indoor Wi-Fi Access Point (EG SKU)

Key Features:

• Dual-Band Wi-Fi: Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios with combined data rates up to 1.6 Gbps (300 Mbps @ 2.4 GHz + 1300 Mbps @ 5 GHz).

• 802.11ac Wave 2 (Wi-Fi 5): Supports MU-MIMO for efficient multi-client performance.

• Integrated Cloud & App Management: Configure, monitor, and manage the AP via the Aruba Instant On mobile app or cloud portal without extra hardware.

• PoE Support: Power over Ethernet (802.3af) simplifies deployment in ceilings or walls without local power outlets (PoE injector or PoE switch required).

• Smart Mesh Wi-Fi: Built-in mesh capability lets you extend Wi-Fi coverage wirelessly without running Ethernet to every AP.

• Secure Guest Networking: Supports WPA2/WPA3 security and guest network isolation with customizable captive portal pages.

• Easy Deployment: Ships with wall/ceiling mount clips for flexible indoor placement.

Hardware & Connectivity:

• Wireless Standards: IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 (Wi-Fi 5); backward compatible with 802.11n.

• Radio Configuration:
  • 5 GHz: 3×3 MU-MIMO — up to 1300 Mbps
  • 2.4 GHz: 2×2 MIMO — up to 300 Mbps

• Ports: 1× Gigabit RJ45 uplink with PoE-in support (802.3af).

• Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE): Integrated BLE for setup and future IoT use cases.

• Antenna: Internal omni-directional antennas.

• Dimensions & Weight: ~157 × 157 × 34 mm, ~483 g.

Performance & Scalability:

• Peak Throughput: Combined up to 1.6 Gbps across both bands.

• User Capacity: Suitable for environments with multiple concurrent users (typically up to ~75 devices).

• Mesh Expansion: Add more APs with Smart Mesh networking to expand coverage efficiently without extra cables.