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ARUBA AP-518 US TAA INDR HRDND 11AX AP PL-VL
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R4H08A Overview
R4H08A is a high-performance wireless access point built to operate seamlessly over both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands. It supports the robust Wi‑Fi 6 standard and delivers data rates of up to 2.5Gbps, employing advanced connectivity features such as MU‑MIMO, beamforming, and dual‑band operation with omnidirectional antennas at a 5dBi gain for optimal indoor performance.
Engineered for versatile installation, the R4H08A offers both ceiling and wall mount options, making it well suited for large offices, data centers, and home networking environments. Its integration with cloud and on-premises management tools ensures secure operation and efficient handling of a large number of devices through reliable PoE power delivery and a dedicated Gigabit Ethernet port.
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R4H08A Specifications
- Product Type
- Wireless Access Point
- Brand
- Hpe
- Wireless Type
- Access Point
- Wi-Fi Standard
- Wi-Fi 6
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz / 5GHz
- Data Rate
- 2.5Gbps
- Max Range
- 100 meters
- 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
- 200
- Protocols Supported
- 802.11ax / Ethernet
- Management Features
- Cloud Management / On-Premises
- Security Features
- WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X
- Compliance
- FCC / CE / RoHS
- Processor
- Quad-Core 1.2GHz
- Memory
- 1GB
- Outdoor Use
- No
- Product Name
- R4H08A Wireless Access Point
- Height
- 1.5 inches
- Width
- 9.5 inches
- Depth
- 9.5 inches
- Weight
- 1.2 lbs
R4H08A Use Case
High-Density Campus Connectivity with Aruba AP-518
In a large corporate campus serving 2,000+ concurrent users per building, the R4H08A-ARUBA AP-518 US TAA INDR HRDND 11AX AP PL-VL delivers tri-radio 2.4/5/6 GHz Wi-Fi 6E coverage, sustaining aggregate throughput up to 8 Gbps. Benefit: Seamless roaming, 50% lower latency and >30% higher device density versus legacy Wi-Fi, boosting productivity and reducing help-desk tickets.
Industrial IoT Zone Deployment in Smart Manufacturing
On a 500,000 sq ft assembly floor with automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and 1,200+ sensors, the Aruba AP-518 provides ultra-reliable, deterministic Wi-Fi 6E performance with OFDMA and WPA3 encryption. Benefit: Real-time analytics, 99.99% uptime and simplified edge management cut unplanned downtime by 45% and accelerate production cycles.
TAA-Compliant Secure Branch Network for Federal Agencies
For a multi-site US federal field office requiring TAA compliance and zero-trust segmentation, the R4H08A-ARUBA AP-518 integrates Aruba’s Policy Enforcement Firewall and AirSlice™ QoS. Benefit: End-to-end WPA3-Enterprise security, automated policy orchestration and FIPS-ready management streamline audits and reduce configuration drift by 60%.
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Product Comparison Table 
| R4H08A |  R4H02A |  R4H00A |  R4H04A |  R4H05A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Wireless Access Point | Wireless Product | Wireless Product | Wireless Access Point | 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 | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz, 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Data Rate | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Antenna Type | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Internal Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
| Antenna Gain | 5dBi | 8dBi | 5dBi | 3dBi | 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 / Outdoor 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 |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11ax / Ethernet | 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 / On-Premises | Cloud Management / SNMP | Cloud Management | Cloud Management, On-Premises | Cloud Management / On-Premises |
| Security Features | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X |
| Compliance | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS |
| Outdoor Use | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Product Name | R4H08A Wireless Access Point | R4H02A Wireless Access Point | R4H00A Wireless Access Point | R4H04A Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Access Point | R4H05A 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.
Expert Technical Support
Our specialists assist with compatibility, configuration, licensing, and installation, before and after you buy. Real hardware expertise, whenever you need it.
Fast Global Delivery
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Reviews & Ratings
D
Dylan Harper
5
US TAA AP-518 delivers stable Wi-Fi in harsh conditions.
W
Waqas Rauf
5
Strong signal and reliable uptime.
I
Igor Petrov
5
Well suited for industrial indoor use.
F
Fahad Zaman
5
Easy to integrate.
B
Brian O'Donnell
5
Very dependable.
Questions & Answers
What is the Aruba AP-518 US TAA Indoor Hardened 11AX AP PL-VL?
The Aruba AP-518 is a TAA-compliant, industrial-hardened indoor Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access point offering 4x4:4 MIMO, integrated BLE, advanced security, and high-density performance.
Which Wi-Fi standard does the Aruba AP-518 support?
It supports Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) with dual-band 4x4:4 MIMO, OFDMA, MU-MIMO and Target Wake Time (TWT) for optimized throughput and efficiency.
What does TAA compliance mean for the Aruba AP-518?
TAA compliance ensures the AP-518 meets the Trade Agreements Act requirements for authorized countries of origin, making it eligible for U.S. federal government procurement.
What is the industrial-hardened design of the Aruba AP-518?
It features a ruggedized enclosure, industrial-grade components and an extended temperature rating for reliable operation in demanding indoor environments.
How many Ethernet ports and what speeds does the Aruba AP-518 support?
The AP-518 includes two multi-gigabit Ethernet ports auto-sensing from 1 Gbps to 10 Gbps, both supporting PoE+ for flexible powering and uplinks.
Does the Aruba AP-518 support Bluetooth or IoT devices?
Yes, it integrates Bluetooth 5.0 and a dedicated IoT radio to natively support BLE beacons and third-party IoT sensors without additional gateways.
How is the Aruba AP-518 deployed and managed?
Deploy via zero-touch provisioning and manage on-premises with Aruba AirWave or cloud-based Aruba Central for unified monitoring, configuration and analytics.
What wireless throughput can I expect from the Aruba AP-518?
Under optimal conditions, you can achieve up to 4.8 Gbps aggregated throughput across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios.
What security protocols are supported by the Aruba AP-518?
It supports WPA3-Enterprise, 802.1X authentication, Adaptive Radio Management (ARM) and a built-in firewall for comprehensive network protection.
How is power delivered to the Aruba AP-518?
The AP-518 supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+ requiring up to 30 W, simplifying cabling by combining data and power over a single Ethernet connection.
What coverage area does the Aruba AP-518 provide?
Typical indoor coverage reaches up to 3,000 sq ft, subject to site layout and environmental conditions, making it ideal for high-density spaces.
Can the Aruba AP-518 be managed via Aruba Central?
Yes, the AP-518 is fully compatible with Aruba Central, offering cloud-based provisioning, monitoring, AI insights and policy enforcement.
What is the operating temperature range of the Aruba AP-518?
The industrial-hardened AP-518 operates from –40 °C to 60 °C, ensuring reliable performance in extreme indoor temperature environments.
Does the Aruba AP-518 support multi-gigabit Ethernet connectivity?
Yes, both Ethernet ports support multi-gigabit speeds up to 10 Gbps for high-bandwidth uplinks and PoE+ power delivery.
What advanced QoS and performance features does the Aruba AP-518 offer?
It includes AI-powered traffic shaping, Air Slice for latency-sensitive applications, airtime fairness and Dynamic Segmentation for optimized user experience.
What licenses are required for the Aruba AP-518?
The AP-518 requires an ArubaOS access point license, available as a perpetual AP-PL-VL or subscription via Aruba Central to unlock its full feature set.