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Compact white wireless access point with integrated switch ports

HPE

HPE R3V57A Aruba AP-505HR network switch

SKU CH-WT68-S6RKZ MPN R3V57A

Combines wireless and wired access in a compact, IoT-ready device with Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi 6 support for remote workers

  • Combines wireless and wired access in one compact device
  • Compact form factor suits home-office and teleworker deployments
  • Resolves sticky-client issues for Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5 devices
  • OFDMA and MU-MIMO boost multi-user efficiency
  • IoT-ready with Bluetooth 5.0 and Zigbee support

Unified Remote Access Point

The HPE Aruba AP-505HR combines wireless and wired connectivity in a compact unified remote access point. It supports Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5 alongside Bluetooth 5.0 and Zigbee for IoT integration. This device targets organisations managing work-from-home or teleworker deployments.

Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5

The radio operates on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands with 802.11ax and 802.11ac Wave 2 support. OFDMA and MU-MIMO technologies improve multi-user efficiency across the network. Built-in sticky client resolution maintains stable connections for Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5 devices.

Compact Low-Power Design

The small form factor is built for quiet desk or wall mounting in home offices without active cooling. Bluetooth 5.0 and Zigbee radios add IoT capability without increasing power draw. The unit delivers enterprise-grade wireless performance within a minimal thermal envelope.

How it compares

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Price $618.99
Pricier than about 55% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Size & build
Shipping weight1.36 kg
Package size221 × 170 × 109 mm

Questions about this item

What does the 505 model designation mean for wireless performance in a real deployment?

The AP-505HR delivers Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5 dual-band operation on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz with OFDMA and MU-MIMO for multi-user efficiency, plus Bluetooth 5.0 and Zigbee for IoT devices.

How does the 802.11ax standard cap throughput and device support in practice?

802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) enables OFDMA and MU-MIMO to serve multiple clients simultaneously on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, reducing contention and improving capacity for Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5 devices.

What mounting options does the compact form factor need for a home office?

The compact unified remote access point is designed for teleworker and work-from-home deployments, combining wireless and wired access in a single small device that fits discreetly in a home office.

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