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HPE Aruba Networking

HPE Aruba Networking AP-515 Q9H63A Wi-Fi 6 Access Point

SKU CH-0DBK-BTDE6 MPN Q9H63A

Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 access point with four internal antennas, 2.5 Gbps Smart Rate port, Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee for IoT, and 2.69 Gbps peak throughput

  • Interface typeE0: HPE Smart Rate port (RJ-45, maximum negotiated speed 2.5
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
  • Supported standards802.11ax
  • Device managementOn-premises; Public Cloud; Virtual Private Cloud (VPC); as a
  • Wireless speedMax bandwidths and peak data rate per band: 20/40 (2.4 GHz),
  • Radio bands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
  • Wi-Fi 6 delivers up to 2.69 Gbps combined throughput
  • OFDMA improves multi-user efficiency in dense environments
  • Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee enable IoT device connectivity
  • 5 Gbps Smart Rate port plus Gigabit Ethernet for fast wired links
  • TAA compliant and ceiling or wall mountable for flexible indoor deployment

Dual-radio Wi-Fi 6 access point

The AP-515 is a Wi-Fi 6 indoor access point built for enterprise campuses and branch offices. It operates on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands with 4x4 MIMO on the lower band and 2x2 on the higher band. Four integrated downtilt omnidirectional antennas provide 4.2 dBi gain at 2.4 GHz and 7.5 dBi at 5 GHz. The unit mounts on ceilings, walls or rails.

Sustained client density and RF optimisation

OFDMA and multi-user MIMO keep airtime efficient when many devices connect simultaneously. Client-match and RF optimisation continuously steer clients to the best available radio and adjust power to reduce coverage gaps. The 2.5 Gbps Smart Rate uplink prevents the wired backhaul from becoming a bottleneck during prolonged high-throughput periods. Dynamic segmentation enforces consistent policies without manual VLAN tuning.

Mounting, power and management prerequisites

Verify that your switch can deliver PoE power to the access point and that a 2.5 Gbps or 1 Gbps RJ-45 link is available for the E0 or E1 port. The proprietary serial console uses a micro-B USB connector, so have the correct cable ready for initial setup. Choose a management model — on-premises, public cloud, VPC or as-a-service — that matches your existing Aruba Central or controller infrastructure.

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Price $820.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE Aruba Networking
Product line510 Series
Model nameAP-515
Part numberQ9H63A
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
Supported standards802.11ax
Wireless speedMax bandwidths and peak data rate per band: 20/40 (2.4 GHz), 20/40/80/160 (5 GHz), and maximum peak data rate 2.69 Gbit/s.
Radio bands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Antenna configurationFour integrated dual-band downtilt omnidirectional antennas for 4 × 4 MIMO with peak antenna gain of 4.2 dBi in 2.4 GHz and 7.5 dBi in 5 GHz.
Ports & slots
Interface typeE0: HPE Smart Rate port (RJ-45, maximum negotiated speed 2.5 Gbit/s)
E1: 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet network interface (RJ-45)
USB 2.0 host interface (Type A connector)
Serial console interface (proprietary, micro-B USB physical jack)
Size & build
Mounting optionsIndoor
Shipping weight1.32 kg
Package size305 × 229 × 108 mm
More details
Device managementOn-premises; Public Cloud; Virtual Private Cloud (VPC); as a Service

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Questions about this item

How much heat or power does the AP-515 draw when running continuously?

The AP-515 is powered through its PoE port and draws up to 20 W (PoE+) or 45 W (PoE++), with no fan so it operates silently.

What existing network gear is required to power and manage the AP-515?

You need a PoE+ or PoE++ switch or injector for power, plus a wired LAN connection to a gateway or controller that supports on-premises, public-cloud, VPC or as-a-service management.

Can the AP-515 serve both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz clients at the same time?

Yes, its dual radios run 4x4 MIMO on 2.4 GHz (20/40 MHz channels, 4.2 dBi gain) and 2x2 MIMO on 5 GHz (20/40/80/160 MHz channels, 7.5 dBi gain) simultaneously.

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