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ARUBA AP-518 RW INDR HARDENED 11AX AP PL-VL
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R4H02A Overview
R4H02A is a high-performance wireless access point designed to deliver exceptional connectivity through dual-band support at 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies with the advanced Wi‑Fi 6 standard. Built for both indoor and outdoor environments, it offers robust data rates up to 2.5Gbps and integrates features like MU-MIMO and beamforming to ensure efficient connectivity and seamless coverage across large offices, data centers, and modern home networks.
R4H02A comes equipped with omnidirectional antennas featuring an 8dBi gain, supporting flexible installation options such as ceiling, wall, or outdoor mounting. The device is engineered for ease of deployment with PoE power supply and a dedicated RJ‑45 Ethernet port, while its cloud management and SNMP capabilities enable streamlined network oversight. This makes the R4H02A an ideal solution for organizations requiring scalable, secure, and high-speed wireless communications.
R4H02A price is $804.00, a 65.1% saving from the Hpe list price of $2,303.00. R4H02A is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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R4H02A Specifications
- Product Type
- Wireless Product
- Brand
- Hpe
- Wireless Type
- Access Point
- Wi-Fi Standard
- Wi-Fi 6
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz / 5GHz
- Data Rate
- 2.5Gbps
- Max Range
- 120 meters
- Coverage Area
- 2000 square feet
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Antenna Type
- Omnidirectional
- Antenna Gain
- 8dBi
- MIMO Technology
- MU-MIMO
- Beamforming
- Yes
- Mounting Options
- Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount / Outdoor Mount
- Power Supply
- PoE
- Mesh Networking
- Yes
- Ethernet Port
- 1x Gigabit
- Max Number of Devices Supported
- 100
- 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
- Yes
- Product Name
- R4H02A Wireless Access Point
- Height
- 4 inches
- Width
- 8 inches
- Depth
- 8 inches
- Weight
- 2 lbs
R4H02A Use Case
Real-Time IIoT Monitoring in Harsh Manufacturing Environments
Deploying the R4H02A-ARUBA AP-518 RW INDR HARDENED 11AX AP PL-VL on a factory floor delivers ultra-low-latency, high-density Wi-Fi 6 connectivity to hundreds of IIoT sensors, AGVs and robotics controllers. Its IP67-rated industrial housing resists dust, moisture and extreme temperatures while PL-VL licensing scales throughput on demand. Benefit: 30% reduction in unplanned downtime, 20% higher production yield and real-time predictive-maintenance insights.
Remote Connectivity for Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Sites
At remote wellheads, refineries and pumping stations, the Aruba AP-518 RW hardened 11AX AP with PL-VL license extends secure, long-range wireless coverage for SCADA telemetry, VoIP and safety-alert systems. Its ruggedized design withstands corrosive atmospheres, extreme heat and vibration, and mesh-backhaul capability ensures uninterrupted service. Benefit: 24/7 operational visibility, 40% faster incident response and compliance with stringent HSE regulations.
High-Density Public Wi-Fi for Transport Hubs and Ports
Mass-transit stations, seaports and airport concourses rely on the R4H02A-ARUBA AP-518 RW INDR HARDENED 11AX AP PL-VL to support thousands of simultaneous mobile users and IoT endpoints. Advanced client-load balancing, seamless roaming and WPA3-Enterprise security ensure quality of service and data protection. Benefit: 5× improvement in user satisfaction scores, 50% fewer network drop-offs and enhanced operational analytics.
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Product Comparison Table 
| R4H02A |  R4G99A |  R4H05A |  R4H01A |  R4H06A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Wireless Product | Wireless Product | Access Point | Wireless Product | Wireless Product |
| 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 | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Data Rate | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps | 1Gbps | 2.5Gbps |
| Max Range | 120 meters | 100 meters | 200 feet | 100 meters | 100 meters |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Antenna Type | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
| Antenna Gain | 8dBi | 5dBi | 5dBi | 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 / Outdoor 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 | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 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 / SNMP | Cloud Management / On-Premises | Cloud Management, SNMP | Cloud Management / SNMP |
| Security Features | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2, WPA3 | WPA2 / WPA3 |
| Compliance | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS |
| Outdoor Use | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Product Name | R4H02A Wireless Access Point | R4G99A Enterprise Access Point | R4H05A Wireless Access Point | R4H01A Wireless Access Point | R4H06A Wireless Access Point |
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Up to 3-Year Warranty Coverage
New products are backed by up to 3 years of extended warranty, and certified refurbished units by up to 3 months, for dependable protection on every order. Coverage is clear, honoured in full, and confirmed on each product page.
Hassle-Free RMA & Returns
If a unit ever falls short, our streamlined RMA process gets a replacement to you fast, with advance replacement available to keep your network running. No jargon, no runaround.
Rigorously Tested & Quality Assured
Every device is inspected, bench-tested, and firmware-verified, with configurations wiped before dispatch. Additional testing can be arranged to confirm full working condition on request.
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Reviews & Ratings
M
Miles Davenport
4
AP-518 rugged design works well in harsh indoor environments.
Z
Zeeshan Mir
4
Stable connectivity in industrial spaces.
R
Rene Alvarez
4
External antenna support adds flexibility.
H
Hassan Naqvi
5
Reliable under challenging conditions.
O
Oliver Kent
4
Solid hardened AP.
Questions & Answers
What is the Aruba AP-518 RW INDR Hardened 11AX AP PL-VL (SKU: R4H02A)?
The Aruba AP-518 RW is an industrial-grade, 802.11ax access point with ruggedized housing, designed for outdoor and harsh environment Wi-Fi deployments under a perpetual Virtual Lifetime (PL-VL) license.
Which wireless standards does the AP-518 support?
The AP-518 supports IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), backward-compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, delivering higher throughput, greater capacity, and improved spectral efficiency.
What environments is the AP-518 hardened access point designed for?
This AP is IP66- and IK10-rated for outdoor, industrial, marine, oil and gas, and transportation deployments where dust, water, vibration, and temperature extremes are common.
What are the key performance specifications of the AP-518?
The AP-518 delivers up to 4.8 Gbps aggregate PHY rate across 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, with multi-user MIMO (4×4:4 in 5 GHz and 2×2:2 in 2.4 GHz) for simultaneous device connectivity.
What power options does the Aruba AP-518 support?
It supports 802.3at PoE+ and 802.3bt PoE++ input (up to 60 W), ensuring flexible installation with a single Ethernet cable for data and power.
How is the AP-518 mounted and grounded?
The unit includes adjustable mounting brackets for wall, mast, pole, and junction box installations, plus integrated grounding points compliant with industrial electrical codes.
What licensing is included with SKU R4H02A?
SKU R4H02A includes an Aruba perpetual Virtual Lifetime (PL-VL) license, covering ArubaOS software updates and feature upgrades for the AP.
What security features are built into the AP-518?
The AP-518 offers WPA3 encryption, Dynamic Segmentation, Aruba Policy Enforcement Firewall, and RFProtect Spectrum Security to mitigate threats and unauthorized access.
How many clients can the AP-518 support simultaneously?
The AP-518 can support up to 512 client associations per radio, with intelligent airtime fairness and load balancing to maintain performance under high user density.
What antenna configuration does the AP-518 include?
It features integrated directional antennas optimized for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint coverage, plus an upgradeable external antenna port for custom RF designs.
Which frequency bands does the AP-518 operate on?
The AP-518 operates on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands with concurrent dual-radio operation for maximum coverage and capacity.
How does the AP-518 handle network management?
You can manage the AP-518 via Aruba Central cloud management or on-premises Aruba Mobility Controllers/ArubaOS, offering zero-touch provisioning and real-time analytics.
What is the expected temperature range for the AP-518?
The AP-518 operates reliably from –40 °C to 65 °C (–40 °F to 149 °F), ensuring continuous wireless connectivity in extreme heat or cold.
Does the AP-518 support mesh networking?
Yes. The AP-518 supports Aruba AirMesh technology for self-healing, self-optimizing mesh topologies in areas without wired infrastructure.
What certifications and compliances does the AP-518 have?
The AP-518 is UL/cUL listed, CE, FCC, IC, RCM, EN, RoHS, and WEEE compliant for global deployment in regulated industries.
What is the warranty coverage for the Aruba AP-518?
Aruba offers a one-year limited hardware warranty with optional extended support and multi-year Care Pack services for accelerated hardware replacement.
How do I configure the AP-518 for optimal performance?
Use Aruba Central or Mobility Controller templates to apply best-practice RF profiles, dynamic channel selection, and advanced traffic shaping for low latency and high throughput.