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HP 103Product Instant 802.11n Dual-Band Wireless Access Point

SKU CH-HVJN-BR49A MPN 103Product

Dual-band wireless access point supporting 2.40 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies under the 802.11n standard

  • Supported standardsIEEE 802.11n
  • Radio bands2.4 GHz 5 GHz
  • Dual-band 2.40 GHz and 5 GHz coverage
  • IEEE 802.11n standard for reliable wireless links
  • Model 103 designed for instant deployment
  • Part number JL188A identifies the exact unit
  • HPE Instant series built for business networks

Dual-Radio 802.11n Access Point

The HP Instant 103 is a wireless access point supporting IEEE 802.11n on both the 2.40 GHz and 5 GHz bands. It is designed for small business or branch office environments needing dual-band coverage without controller complexity. The unit operates as a standalone device or within an Instant cluster. Buyers requiring 802.11ac or 802.11ax throughput should consider other models.

Low-Power Silent Operation

With no moving parts, the access point runs silently and draws minimal power suitable for PoE deployment. Thermal output is negligible in normal indoor use, allowing placement in occupied spaces without audible distraction. The dual-radio design handles concurrent client traffic on both frequency bands. No active cooling or external power brick is required for standard installation.

Compact Indoor Mounting

The lightweight chassis is built for ceiling or wall mounting using the included hardware. A single Ethernet port provides both data and Power over Ethernet connectivity. Indicator LEDs show power and radio status at a glance. The form factor suits drop-ceiling tiles or surface mounting without specialised tools. Outdoor or plenum-rated deployments are not supported by this model.

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Price $279.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHewlett-Packard
Product lineInstant
Connectivity
Supported standardsIEEE 802.11n
Radio bands2.4 GHz 5 GHz

Questions about this item

How do I mount the 103 access point and which step is often missed?

The unit is ceiling or wall mounted using the included bracket; the step most people skip is locking the bracket screws before snapping the AP into place.

What part of the 103 will need replacement first?

The internal power supply is the only field-replaceable component; plan to swap it after several years of continuous operation.

What limit appears first on the 103 during heavy, sustained traffic?

The 802.11n radio throughput ceiling is reached before the dual-band 2.40 GHz and 5 GHz radios hit any thermal throttle.

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