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White rectangular enterprise access point with four external antenna connectors and dual Ethernet ports

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HPE S1G54A AP-654 Wi-Fi 6E access point

SKU CH-B9Q4-9R0PC MPN S1G54A

Delivers tri-band Wi-Fi 6E coverage across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz with 4x4 MIMO radios reaching 7.8 Gbps aggregate throughput and dual 5 Gbps Ethernet ports for high-availability campus deployments

  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
  • Antenna configurationAP-654 supports external antennas
  • Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E covers 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz for 7.8 Gbps aggregate throughput
  • 4x4 MU-MIMO and OFDMA on all radios multiply simultaneous client capacity
  • Dual 5 Gbps Ethernet ports give redundant wired links and power
  • Built-in GPS receivers let APs self-locate for precise indoor positioning
  • Ultra tri-band filtering cuts co-channel interference across the 1200 MHz 6 GHz spectrum

Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E access point

The HPE Aruba AP-654 is a campus-grade wireless access point built for enterprise environments that need high-density connectivity. It operates across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands simultaneously using three 4x4 MIMO radios. The unit delivers a combined aggregate data rate of up to 7.8 Gbps and supports external antennas for flexible coverage patterns.

High-density enterprises needing 6 GHz spectrum

This access point suits organisations deploying bandwidth-intensive video, large IoT fleets, or cloud workloads that benefit from the 1200 MHz of additional 6 GHz channels. Ultra tri-band filtering minimises interference between radios. Buyers who do not require the 6 GHz band or tri-radio architecture should consider dual-band alternatives.

7.8 Gbps aggregate throughput

The three 4x4 radios provide peak capacity for hundreds of concurrent clients using MU-MIMO and OFDMA. Dual 5 Gbps Ethernet ports supply redundant wired backhaul and power, preventing uplink bottlenecks. Environments needing higher aggregate wireless throughput or more than two multi-gigabit wired links will exceed the platform's built-in headroom.

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Price $1,482.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE
Model nameAP-654
Part numberS1G54A
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
Antenna configurationAP-654 supports external antennas
Size & build
Shipping weight2.43 kg
Package size325 × 277 × 94 mm

Questions about this item

What controller or management platform is required to operate the AP-654?

The AP-654 is managed through HPE Aruba Networking Central or an on-premises Mobility Controller running ArubaOS, which provisions the tri-radio configuration and applies RF optimisation policies.

How does the AP-654 coexist with legacy 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz access points already deployed on site?

The AP-654 adds a dedicated 6 GHz radio while keeping its 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 4x4 MIMO radios active, so existing clients continue to associate on their current bands without reconfiguration.

How can I verify that the 6 GHz radio on the AP-654 is active and serving clients after installation?

In the management dashboard, confirm the 6 GHz radio shows an "up" state, observe 6 GHz client associations, and check that the combined aggregate throughput approaches the 7.8 Gbps rating under load.

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