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ARUBA AP-374 JP OUTDOOR 11AC AP PL-VL
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JZ161A Overview
JZ161A is a high-performance wireless access point designed for modern business environments. It supports dual-band operation on 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies with Wi‑Fi 6 standards, offering data rates up to 2.5Gbps. The device features advanced MU-MIMO and beamforming technologies for robust connectivity and improved throughput in high-density deployments.
Engineered for ease of installation, the JZ161A offers flexible mounting options with both ceiling and wall mount configurations. Its integrated RJ-45 connector, omni‑directional 5dBi antenna, and PoE power supply make it an ideal solution for large offices, campuses, and other challenging indoor environments where reliable wireless performance is critical.
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JZ161A Specifications
- Product Type
- Wireless Product
- Wireless Type
- Access Point
- Wi-Fi Standard
- Wi-Fi 6
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz / 5GHz / Dual-Band
- Data Rate
- 2.5Gbps
- Max Range
- 150 feet
- Coverage Area
- 2000 square feet
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Antenna Type
- Omnidirectional
- Antenna Gain
- 5dBi
- MIMO Technology
- MU-MIMO
- Beamforming
- Yes
- Mounting Options
- Ceiling Mount, Wall Mount
- Power Supply
- PoE
- Mesh Networking
- No
- Ethernet Port
- 1x Gigabit
- Max Number of Devices Supported
- 150
- Protocols Supported
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
- Management Features
- Cloud Management, SNMP
- Security Features
- WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X
- Compliance
- FCC, CE, RoHS
- Processor
- Quad-Core 1.2GHz
- Memory
- 1GB
- Outdoor Use
- No
- Product Name
- JZ161A Wireless Access Point
- Height
- 4 inches
- Width
- 8 inches
- Depth
- 8 inches
- Weight
- 2 lbs
JZ161A Use Case
Smart City Park Wi-Fi Deployment with JZ161A-ARUBA AP-374 JP OUTDOOR 11AC AP PL-VL
In a municipal smart-park environment, city planners deploy the JZ161A-ARUBA AP-374 JP OUTDOOR 11AC AP PL-VL on lampposts to deliver seamless public Wi-Fi and real-time environmental sensor connectivity. Outcome: Consistent 867 Mbps throughput across 200+ meters, secure IoT segmentation for air‐quality and lighting sensors, and 30% lower maintenance costs through remote monitoring and zero-touch updates.
Industrial Outdoor IoT Backbone for Manufacturing Yards
A heavy-industry plant uses JZ161A-ARUBA AP-374 JP OUTDOOR 11AC AP PL-VL to form a resilient Wi-Fi backbone connecting automated guided vehicles, RFID readers and AR maintenance tools across open-air production lines. Outcome: 99.99% uptime with self-healing mesh, sub-10 ms latency for real-time control, and a 25% reduction in unscheduled downtime through prioritized industrial traffic slicing.
High-Density Stadium and Event Venue Connectivity
An outdoor sports arena installs JZ161A-ARUBA AP-374 JP OUTDOOR 11AC AP PL-VL around concourses and stands to support up to 5,000 concurrent mobile users, HD video streaming and digital signage. Outcome: Uniform RF coverage with seamless roaming, aggregated throughput of 1.3 Gbps per cluster, and a 40% uplift in fan engagement measured by app usage and concession ordering.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
 JZ161A |  JZ026A |  JZ159A |  JW810A |  JW804A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Wireless Product | Wireless Access Point | Wireless Access Point | Wireless Product | Access Point |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz / 5GHz / Dual-Band | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz/5GHz |
| Data Rate | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps | 1Gbps | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps |
| Max Range | 150 feet | 150 feet | N/A | 100 meters | 100 meters |
| Coverage Area | 2000 square feet | 2000 square feet | N/A | 2000 square feet | N/A |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Antenna Type | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
| Antenna Gain | 5dBi | 5dBi | N/A | 5dBi | 5dBi |
| MIMO Technology | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO |
| Beamforming | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling Mount, Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount/Wall Mount |
| Power Supply | PoE | PoE | PoE | PoE | PoE |
| Mesh Networking | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit |
| Max Number of Devices Supported | 150 | 128 | N/A | 250 | 250 |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11ax / Ethernet | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Management Features | Cloud Management, SNMP | Cloud Management | Cloud Management / SNMP | Cloud Management / SNMP | Cloud Management/SNMP |
| Security Features | WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2/WPA3 |
| Compliance | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC/CE/RoHS |
| Processor | Quad-Core 1.2GHz | N/A | N/A | Quad-Core 1.2GHz | Quad-Core 1.2GHz |
| Memory | 1GB | N/A | N/A | 2GB | 1GB |
| Outdoor Use | No | No | No | No | No |
| Product Name | JZ161A Wireless Access Point | JZ026A Wireless Access Point | JZ159A Wireless Access Point | JW810A High-Performance Access Point | JW804A Wireless Access Point |
| Height | 4 inches | 2 inches | N/A | 4 inches | 1.5 inches |
| Width | 8 inches | 7 inches | N/A | 9 inches | 8 inches |
| Depth | 8 inches | 7 inches | N/A | 9 inches | 8 inches |
| Weight | 2 lbs | 1.5 lbs | N/A | 1.5 lbs | 2 lbs |
| Wi‑Fi Standard |
Reviews & Ratings
B
Bilal Ashraf
5
Handles outdoor interference well.
R
Ryan Douglas
5
Consistent uptime across open areas.
S
Sven Karlsson
5
Reliable enterprise outdoor solution.
I
Imran Yousaf
5
Meets expectations for outdoor deployments.
Questions & Answers
What is the Aruba AP-374 JP OUTDOOR 11AC AP PL-VL?
The Aruba AP-374 JP is a high-performance, outdoor 802.11ac Wave 2 access point with class-leading throughput, integrated IoT radio and IP67-rated enclosure for extreme environments.
Which frequency bands does the AP-374 support?
The AP-374 operates concurrently in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, delivering combined data rates up to 2.53 Gbps with MU-MIMO support.
What is the maximum wireless speed of the AP-374?
The AP-374 delivers up to 1.17 Gbps on 5 GHz and 400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, totaling 1.57 Gbps of aggregate wireless throughput.
How rugged is the AP-374 for outdoor use?
With an IP67-rated, UV-resistant housing, the AP-374 is fully dust-proof and submersible up to 1 meter, operating in temperatures from –40 °C to 60 °C.
Does the AP-374 support Power over Ethernet?
Yes. The AP-374 supports 802.3at PoE+ and 802.3at Class 4, delivering up to 30 W to power the radios and optional external devices.
Can I manage the AP-374 with Aruba Central?
Absolutely. The AP-374 is fully cloud-managed via Aruba Central or on-premises Aruba AirWave for zero-touch provisioning and real-time analytics.
What kind of antennas does the AP-374 use?
It features integrated omnidirectional antennas (3×3:3 on 5 GHz, 2×2:2 on 2.4 GHz) with 6 dBi gain for broad, uniform coverage.
Is the AP-374 compatible with Aruba’s security features?
Yes. The AP-374 supports WPA3, WPA2-Enterprise, role-based firewall, ClientMatch™ and Aruba’s Dynamic Segmentation for end-to-end security.
Does the AP-374 include an IoT radio?
Yes. It integrates a Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee IoT radio for proximity services, asset tracking and low-power sensor connectivity.
What mounting options are available for the AP-374?
The AP-374 ships with pole-mount, wall-mount and bracket accessories for versatile installation on poles, walls or ceilings.
What warranty covers the AP-374?
The Aruba AP-374 includes a limited lifetime warranty covering repair or replacement of hardware defects with expedited RMA service.
How do I update the firmware on the AP-374?
Firmware updates are delivered automatically via Aruba Central or can be scheduled manually through the Air OS GUI for seamless maintenance.
What is the expected coverage range of the AP-374?
Typical outdoor coverage extends up to 150 meters radius, depending on environmental conditions and antenna orientation.
Does the AP-374 support mesh networking?
Yes. It supports Aruba’s Smart Mesh technology for self-healing, self-configuring mesh links that extend Wi-Fi coverage without extra cabling.
Which regulatory domains does the JP model support?
The JZ161A (JP) model is certified for Japanese regulatory compliance (MIC), including specific DFS and transmission power limits for Japan.
How do I purchase the Aruba AP-374 JP OUTDOOR 11AC AP PL-VL?
You can order the AP-374 JP model through authorized Aruba resellers or directly from Cisco’s online store, using SKU JZ161A.