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White rectangular outdoor Wi-Fi 6E access point with two Ethernet ports and mounting brackets

HPE

HPE R7T34A AP-587EX Wi-Fi 6E outdoor access point

SKU CH-YREC-WCJD1 MPN R7T34A

Outdoor Wi-Fi 6E access point delivering 2.97 Gbit/s aggregate throughput with dual 5/10 Gbit/s Ethernet ports and Bluetooth 5 for harsh environments

  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
  • Wireless speed2.97 Gbit/s
  • Radio bands2.4 GHz 5 GHz
  • Wi-Fi 6E delivers 2.97 Gbit/s aggregate throughput
  • Dual-band 2.40 GHz and 5 GHz operation with MIMO
  • Four internal antennas provide directional coverage flexibility
  • Two RJ-45 ports support 5 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet
  • Bluetooth 5 and 802.15.4 radios enable IoT connectivity

Outdoor Wi-Fi 6E access point

The HPE R7T34A AP-587EX is a weatherproof wireless access point built for outdoor and hazardous indoor sites such as industrial plants, transport hubs or oil rigs. It operates on 2.40 GHz and 5 GHz bands with Wi-Fi 6E and delivers a maximum aggregate data rate of 2.97 Gbit/s. Four internal antennas use MIMO technology to maintain reliable coverage across challenging environments. Buyers who need indoor-only hardware or a lower-cost solution for simple deployments should look elsewhere.

Thermals noise and power draw

The unit is temperature hardened and fully sealed against moisture, airborne contaminants and extreme high or low temperatures, so it runs without active cooling fans. Industrial surge protection is integrated to handle outdoor power events. Maximum power draw is 71 W and the device is powered via PoE ports, eliminating the need for separate AC wiring at the mounting location. Silent operation is inherent because there are no moving parts.

Mounting flexibility and radios

The package includes mounting options for wall, pole, ceiling or flush installation, allowing reuse of existing infrastructure. Two RJ-45 ports provide 5 Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks for wired backhaul. Bluetooth 5 and 802.15.4/Zigbee radios are built in, enabling IoT device connectivity and location services without extra dongles. Management is handled through the standard Aruba platform, so no additional software licences are required for basic operation.

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Price $3,532.99
Pricier than about 92% of the 782 comparable items (median $253.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE
Model nameAP-587EX
Part numberR7T34A
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
Wireless speed2.97 Gbit/s
Radio bands2.4 GHz
5 GHz
Size & build
Shipping weight6.35 kg
Package size424 × 381 × 269 mm

Questions about this item

How do I mount the AP-587EX on a pole, and what step is often missed?

Use the included pole-mount brackets and tighten all stainless-steel clamps to the specified torque; the step often missed is applying the supplied weatherproofing tape over every cable gland before sealing the enclosure.

Which component will need replacement first in a salt-spray environment?

The external N-type antenna connectors and RJ-45 port seals are rated for the harshest conditions; inspect them annually and replace any seal that shows cracking or corrosion.

At what sustained throughput does the 71 W PoE budget become the limiting factor?

When aggregate traffic approaches 2.97 Gbit/s across both radios, the 71 W power draw maxes out the PoE++ supply, so ensure your switch port can deliver the full budget continuously.

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