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What is the Aruba 1540 Series Outdoor Access Point?
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The Aruba 1540 Series is a ruggedized, high-performance 802.11ac Wave 2 outdoor access point designed for demanding environments such as campuses, stadiums, and industrial sites.
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What are the key features of the 1540 Series Outdoor AP?
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Key features include MU-MIMO support, built-in directional antenna options, IP67 weather-proof rating, Bluetooth 5.0 for location services, and integrated security with WPA3.
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Which Wi-Fi standards does the 1540 Series support?
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The 1540 Series supports 802.11ac Wave 2, backward compatibility with 802.11a/b/g/n, and offers dual-radio operation in both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.
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What is the maximum data rate of the 1540 Series Outdoor Access Point?
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The 1540 Series delivers up to 1.27 Gbps aggregate throughput—400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz—using MU-MIMO and 80 MHz channels.
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How many concurrent clients can the 1540 Series handle?
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Each 1540 AP can support up to 512 concurrent client sessions, making it ideal for high-density outdoor deployments.
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Is the Aruba 1540 Series AP weather-proof and suitable for outdoor use?
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Yes. The 1540 Series is IP67-rated for dust and water ingress, operates in temperatures from –40 °C to +65 °C, and withstands wind, rain, and UV exposure.
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What power options are available for the 1540 Series Outdoor Access Point?
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The 1540 Series supports 802.3at PoE+ and a high-power mode via 802.3bt PoE++ to power the AP and external antennas or accessories.
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Which antenna options are compatible with the Aruba 1540 Series?
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The 1540 Series supports multiple integrated and external antenna modules, including 30°, 60°, and 90° beamwidth options for tailored coverage.
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What mounting options are provided for the 1540 Series outdoor AP?
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The AP includes pole, wall, and mast mounting kits with adjustable brackets for precise alignment and secure installation in outdoor settings.
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How is the 1540 Series Outdoor AP managed?
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Management options include Aruba Central cloud management, on-premises Aruba Mobility Controllers, and the Aruba AirWave network management platform.
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Does the Aruba 1540 Series support mesh networking?
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Yes. The 1540 Series supports Aruba’s SmartMesh technology to create self-healing, dynamically routed wireless backhaul links without fiber or Ethernet.
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What security features are built into the 1540 Series?
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Security features include WPA3 encryption, Enhanced Open (OWE), role-based firewall policies, rogue AP detection, and integrated IDS/IPS.
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What is the operating temperature range of the Aruba 1540 Outdoor AP?
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The AP operates reliably between –40 °C and +65 °C, ensuring consistent performance in extreme outdoor climates.
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How do I update the firmware on the 1540 Series Outdoor Access Point?
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Firmware updates are applied via Aruba Central, Mobility Controllers, or AirWave—select the AP, upload the firmware, and schedule an automatic reboot for seamless upgrades.
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What warranty and support options are available for the 1540 Series?
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Aruba offers a limited lifetime warranty on the 1540 Series hardware, with optional ArubaCare support for 24×7 technical assistance and advanced replacement.
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What are typical deployment use cases for the Aruba 1540 Series?
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Use cases include campus walkways, parking lots, stadium perimeters, industrial yards, and retail plazas where high-capacity, outdoor Wi-Fi is required.
