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R4H02A
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.
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R4H02A Specifications
- Product Type
- Wireless Product
- 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 |
| Coverage Area | 2000 square feet | 2000 square feet | 1500 square feet | 1500 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 | 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 |
| Max Number of Devices Supported | 100 | 250 | 64 | 128 | N/A |
| 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 |
| Processor | Quad-Core 1.2GHz | Quad-Core 1.2GHz | 1.2GHz Quad‑Core | Quad-Core 1.2GHz | N/A |
| Memory | 1GB | 1GB | 2GB | 1GB | N/A |
| 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 |
| Height | 4 inches | 2 inches | 2.5 inches | 2 inches | N/A |
| Width | 8 inches | 9 inches | 9 inches | 8 inches | N/A |
| Depth | 8 inches | 9 inches | 9 inches | 8 inches | N/A |
| Weight | 2 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 1.5 lbs | N/A |
| Wi‑Fi Standard |
Reviews & Ratings
Z
Zeeshan Mir
4
Stable connectivity in industrial spaces.
R
Rene Alvarez
5
External antenna support adds flexibility.
H
Hassan Naqvi
3
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.