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What are the key features of HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points?
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HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points deliver dual-band 802.11ac Wave 2 with MU-MIMO, integrated Bluetooth Low Energy for IoT, secure policy enforcement, and simplified management via Aruba Central or Instant On.
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Which models are available in the HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points lineup?
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The HPE Aruba 200 Series includes the AP-205, AP-217, AP-221, and AP-225 models, covering indoor and outdoor deployments with options for internal or external antennas.
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What Wi-Fi standards do HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points support?
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HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points support IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 and are backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n for broad device interoperability.
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How many clients can an HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Point support?
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Each HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Point supports up to 256 associated clients per radio, ensuring high-density coverage in enterprise environments.
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What deployment modes are supported by HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points?
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HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points can be deployed in controller-based mode with Aruba Mobility Controllers or in controller-less mode via Aruba Instant On or Aruba Central cloud management.
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How do I set up an HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Point?
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To set up an HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Point, mount the device, connect PoE power, access the Instant On or Aruba Central portal, and follow the guided workflow to adopt and configure SSIDs and security.
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What security features are included with HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points?
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HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points offer WPA3 encryption, role-based access control, rogue AP detection, client isolation, and built-in firewall policies for end-to-end security.
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Can HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points be integrated with Aruba Central?
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Yes, HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points seamlessly integrate with Aruba Central for centralized monitoring, analytics, automated firmware updates, and AI-powered insights.
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What is the maximum throughput of HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points?
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HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points deliver up to 1.2 Gbps aggregate throughput per radio, leveraging 2×2 MIMO and MU-MIMO for optimized performance.
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How do HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points improve network reliability?
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HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points use client-match, dynamic channel selection, and adaptive radio management to minimize interference and maintain consistent connectivity.
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Are HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points PoE powered?
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Yes, all HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points support IEEE 802.3af/at Power over Ethernet for simplified installation without separate power supplies.
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What antenna options are available for HPE Aruba 200 Series external-antenna models?
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External-antenna models in the HPE Aruba 200 Series support RP-SMA connectors for third-party directional or omnidirectional antennas to customize coverage.
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How do I manage firmware updates on HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points?
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Firmware updates for HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points can be scheduled and pushed automatically via Aruba Central or manually through the Instant On portal to ensure latest security and features.
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What warranty and support options are available for HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points?
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HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points include a one-year limited warranty, with optional HPE Foundation Care or ProCare services for extended coverage and 24×7 global support.
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How do HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points handle client roaming?
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HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points support fast secure roaming with 802.11r/k/v, enabling seamless handoffs and sustained session performance for mobile clients.
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What technical resources are available for deploying HPE Aruba 200 Series Access Points?
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HPE Aruba provides comprehensive deployment guides, design calculators, configuration wizards in Aruba Central, and an online community for best practices and troubleshooting.