HPE Aruba AP-534-US Dual Radio 4x4:4 802.11ax External Antennas Wireless Access Point

Product Overview of the HPE AP-534-US

The HPE AP-534-US is a state-of-the-art dual-radio, 4x4:4 802.11ax access point, designed for high-performance networking with external antennas.

Networking Capabilities

• Form Factor: In-ceiling installation
• Connection Technology: Wireless
• Maximum Data Rate: 2.4 Gbps
• Data Transfer Formats: CCK, 64 QAM, 256 QAM, BPSK, QPSK, 16 QAM, OFDM, 1024 QAM, OFDMA
• Supported Protocols: IEEE 802.11b/g/a/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0
• Spread Spectrum Techniques: OFDM, DSSS, OFDMA
• Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz

Performance Metrics

• Maximum Throughput at 2.4 GHz: 1150 Mbps
• Maximum Throughput at 5 GHz: 2.4 Gbps
• Total Aggregate Bandwidth: 3.55 Gbps

Capacity and Client Management

• Maximum Wireless Clients Per Radio: 1024
• OFDMA Units: 37
• BSSIDs Supported Per Radio: 16
• Status Indicators: System and Status LEDs

Advanced Features

• Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
• LACP Support
• Adaptive Radio Management (ARM)
• Maximum Ratio Combining (MRC)
• Low-Density Parity Check (LDPC)
• Transmit Beamforming (TxBF) Ready
• Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)
• Space Time Block Coding (STBC)
• ClientMatch Technology
• Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS)
• High Efficiency (HE) Support
• Target Wake Time (TWT)

Encryption and Compliance

• Supported Encryption Protocols: WPA, WPA2, WPA3
• Compliance Standards: IEEE 802.11b/g/a/n/ac/ax and others

Antenna Configuration

External Antenna Setup

• Antenna Type: Detachable external
• Number of Antennas: 4

Connectivity Options

Interface Specifications

• 1 x HPE Smart Rate RJ-45 Port
• 1 x USB 2.0 Type A Port
• 4 x Antenna Ports (RP-SMA x 4)

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Radio

The HPE Aruba AP-534-US Wireless Access Point offers a powerful and efficient radio feature, with the standout being its dual radio capability. This feature provides users with numerous benefits and is of great importance for various applications and environments.

Increased Network Capacity

With the dual radio feature of the HPE Aruba AP-534-US, users can take advantage of increased network capacity. The access point can operate on two different frequency bands simultaneously, allowing for more devices to connect to the network without experiencing congestion or performance degradation. This is particularly useful in high-density environments such as office buildings, conference centers, and educational institutions where a large number of users need to connect simultaneously.

Improved User Experience

By leveraging the dual radio feature, the HPE Aruba AP-534-US ensures an improved user experience. Users can enjoy seamless connectivity and faster data transfer rates, resulting in reduced latency and smoother performance for applications such as video streaming, online gaming, and VoIP. This is especially beneficial in environments where users rely heavily on real-time communication and multimedia content.

Separation of Traffic

The dual radio capability allows for the separation of different types of network traffic. The access point can dedicate one radio for data traffic and another for voice traffic, prioritizing each type accordingly. This segregation ensures optimal performance for critical applications such as voice over IP (VoIP), minimizing interruptions and delivering consistent quality of service.

Flexibility in Network Design

The dual radio feature also provides flexibility in network design. The HPE Aruba AP-534-US can operate in different modes, allowing it to function as a wireless bridge or a wireless repeater. This flexibility enables IT administrators to tailor the network configuration to meet specific requirements, whether it's extending coverage to remote areas or connecting multiple networks together.

Antennas

The HPE Aruba AP-534-US Wireless Access Point boasts external antennas, a feature that offers significant benefits and importance for users.

Enhanced Coverage

The external antennas of the HPE Aruba AP-534-US provide enhanced coverage compared to internal antennas. They can be adjusted and positioned to optimize signal strength and reach, ensuring that Wi-Fi signals can penetrate obstacles such as walls and ceilings more effectively. This feature is particularly valuable in large spaces or buildings with complex layouts, as it helps eliminate dead zones and provides a reliable wireless connection throughout the premises.

Increased Signal Strength

External antennas generally have higher gain compared to internal antennas, resulting in increased signal strength. This means that the HPE Aruba AP-534-US can transmit and receive Wi-Fi signals over longer distances, allowing users to connect from farther away without experiencing a decrease in performance. This is especially advantageous in outdoor environments or areas with a significant distance between the access point and the client devices.

Directional Control

Unlike internal antennas, external antennas offer directional control. They can be oriented to focus the Wi-Fi signal in a specific direction, providing targeted coverage to areas where it is needed most. This feature is beneficial in scenarios where there are specific zones or rooms that require a stronger signal, allowing IT administrators to optimize coverage according to the layout and usage of the space.

Easier Upgrades

Another advantage of external antennas is the ease of upgrading or replacing them. If there is a need for higher gain or specialized antennas for specific applications, users can simply swap out the existing antennas with new ones without needing to replace the entire access point. This flexibility allows for future-proofing and ensures that the HPE Aruba AP-534-US can adapt to changing network requirements.

Radio Specification

The HPE Aruba AP-534-US Wireless Access Point features a 4x4:4 radio specification, which offers significant benefits and importance for users.

Higher Throughput

The 4x4:4 radio specification refers to the number of transmit and receive chains in the access point. In this case, it means that the HPE Aruba AP-534-US has four transmit chains, four receive chains, and supports four spatial streams. This results in higher throughput and increased data transfer rates, allowing for faster and more efficient wireless communication. Users can experience improved performance when transferring large files, streaming high-definition media, or engaging in bandwidth-intensive activities.

Better Signal Quality

With a 4x4:4 radio specification, the HPE Aruba AP-534-US can provide better signal quality compared to access points with lower specifications. The increased number of transmit and receive chains allows for improved signal diversity and resilience against interference, ensuring a more stable and reliable connection for users. This is particularly beneficial in environments with a high density of wireless devices or where there may be sources of interference.

Support for Multiple Users

The 4x4:4 radio specification enables the HPE Aruba AP-534-US to support a larger number of concurrent users. With four spatial streams, the access point can handle more wireless clients simultaneously without experiencing performance bottlenecks or degradation. This is especially important in busy environments such as airports, stadiums, or shopping malls where there is a high demand for Wi-Fi connectivity.

Future-Proofing

Investing in an access point with a 4x4:4 radio specification ensures future-proofing. As the number of devices and the demand for higher data rates continue to grow, having an access point with advanced radio capabilities provides room for scalability and accommodates future network expansion without the need for immediate hardware upgrades.

Standard

The HPE Aruba AP-534-US Wireless Access Point supports the 802.11ax standard, which offers numerous benefits and importance for users.

Increased Capacity

The 802.11ax standard, also known as Wi-Fi 6, is designed to handle the increasing number of devices connected to a network. With technologies such as orthogonal frequency-division multiple access (OFDMA) and multi-user multiple input, multiple output (MU-MIMO), the HPE Aruba AP-534-US can support a significantly higher number of concurrent users compared to previous Wi-Fi standards. This increased capacity ensures that users can connect to the network without experiencing slowdowns or performance degradation, even in crowded environments.

Better Performance in Dense Environments

The 802.11ax standard excels in dense environments where there are numerous access points and a high density of devices. It uses technologies such as target wake time (TWT) and spatial reuse to efficiently manage network resources and minimize interference between access points. This ensures that users experience consistent and reliable performance, even in challenging wireless environments where there may be overlapping coverage areas.

Improved Battery Life for Devices

One of the notable benefits of the 802.11ax standard is its ability to improve battery life for client devices. With features like target wake time (TWT), devices can schedule their communication with the access point, allowing them to enter low-power sleep modes when not actively transmitting or receiving data. This reduces power consumption and extends battery life for devices such as smartphones, tablets, and IoT devices, making it ideal for battery-powered devices in enterprise or residential environments.

Backward Compatibility

While the HPE Aruba AP-534-US supports the latest 802.11ax standard, it is also backward compatible with previous Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11ac and 802.11n. This ensures seamless integration with existing network infrastructure and allows users to gradually upgrade their network while still providing connectivity to legacy devices. The backward compatibility feature provides flexibility and investment protection for users who may have a mix of old and new devices on their network.

In conclusion, the HPE Aruba AP-534-US Wireless Access Point offers a range of features that cater to the needs of modern users and environments. The dual radio feature provides increased network capacity, improved user experience, traffic separation, and flexibility in network design. The external antennas offer enhanced coverage, increased signal strength, directional control, and easier upgrades. The 4x4:4 radio specification delivers higher throughput, better signal quality, support for multiple users, and future-proofing capabilities. Lastly, the support for the 802.11ax standard brings increased capacity, better performance in dense environments, improved battery life for devices, and backward compatibility. With these features, the HPE Aruba AP-534-US is a versatile wireless access point that can meet the demands of various applications and provide reliable connectivity for users.