R7J49A HPE Aruba Networking AP-615-RW Wi-Fi 6E Access Point

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Overview

The R7J49A HPE Aruba Networking AP-615-RW Dual Radio Tri-Band 2x2 Wi-Fi 6E Internal Antenna Campus Access Point is a compact enterprise wireless platform designed for indoor branch, campus, and distributed business environments. It uses two software-programmable 2x2 MIMO radios that can operate on any two of the three available 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands, delivering a combined peak data rate of up to 3.6 Gbps. Access to the 6 GHz spectrum provides additional capacity and wider channels for bandwidth-intensive applications.

The AP-615-RW combines a 2.5GbE wired interface, integrated internal antennas, Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0, Zigbee/802.15.4, USB 2.0, GNSS, and 802.11 Fine Timing Measurement in a compact indoor chassis. It supports HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System 8 and 10, Instant OS, and multiple management models including on-premises, public cloud, VPC, and as-a-service deployments. 

Key Features – HPE Aruba Networking AP-615-RW

• Processor: Integrated enterprise wireless processing platform
• Memory: Integrated system memory; capacity not specified in HPE's published SKU documentation
• Storage: Integrated system storage; capacity not specified in HPE's published SKU documentation
• Controller: HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System / Instant OS; supports AOS-10
• Networking / Ports: 1 × 2.5Gbps RJ-45 Ethernet interface
• Wireless: Dual-radio 2x2:2 Wi-Fi 6E
• Wireless Bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz; two bands operate concurrently
• Power & Cooling: 802.3af/at PoE or 12V DC input; maximum PoE power consumption up to 20.9W
• Management: HPE Aruba Networking Central, on-premises, public cloud, VPC and as-a-service management
• Security: WPA, WPA2, WPA3 Enterprise, WPA3 Personal, Enhanced Open, TPM and role-based security capabilities
• IoT: Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 and Zigbee/802.15.4
• Location: GNSS receiver and 802.11 FTM
• Form Factor: Compact indoor access point with integrated down-tilt omnidirectional antennas
• Mounting: Pre-installed mounting bracket; compatible mount kits sold separately 

Technical Specifications

• Processor Type: Integrated wireless/network processing architecture
• Chipset / Platform: HPE Aruba Networking 610 Series / AP-615
• Memory Technology: Integrated system memory
• Storage Interface: Integrated system storage
• RAID Support: Not applicable
• Expansion Slots: No conventional PCIe expansion slots
• Networking: 1 × 100/1000/2500BASE-T RJ-45 Ethernet interface
• Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11ax / Wi-Fi 6E
• Radio Configuration: Dual concurrent 2x2:2 MIMO radios
• Radio Operating Modes: 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz, 2.4 GHz + 6 GHz, or 5 GHz + 6 GHz
• 2.4 GHz: Up to 574 Mbps
• 5 GHz: Up to 1.2 Gbps
• 6 GHz: Up to 2.4 Gbps
• Maximum Combined Peak Data Rate: 3.6 Gbps
• Channel Width: Up to 160 MHz on 6 GHz
• Antenna: Integrated down-tilt omnidirectional 2x2 MIMO antennas
• Peak Antenna Gain: 2.8 dBi at 2.4 GHz; 4.5 dBi at 5 GHz; 4.5 dBi at 6 GHz
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0
• IoT: Zigbee / IEEE 802.15.4
• Location: GNSS receiver and 802.11 FTM
• I/O Ports: E0 RJ-45 Ethernet, USB 2.0 Type-A, proprietary micro-B USB serial console, 12V DC input
• Security: Kensington security slot
• Operating System Compatibility: HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System 8, Wireless Operating System 10, and Instant OS
• Management: On-premises, public cloud, VPC and as-a-service management models 

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: Indoor wireless access point
• Weight:
  • 0.72 kg / 1.59 lbs
• Dimensions:
  • 51 × 201 × 183 mm
  • 2.01 × 7.91 × 7.20 inches
• Rack Compatibility: Not rack-mountable; designed for ceiling or wall installation
• Mounting: Pre-installed rear mounting bracket; additional mount kits are sold separately
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +50°C / +32°F to +122°F
• Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% relative humidity
• Plenum Rating: UL2043 rated for use in air-handling spaces 

Ideal For

• Enterprise branch offices
• Small and medium campus environments
• Corporate indoor WLAN deployments
• Higher-education facilities
• Healthcare environments
• Retail locations
• Wi-Fi 6E migration projects
• Bandwidth-intensive video and collaboration workloads
• IoT-enabled enterprise networks
• Distributed sites requiring centralized wireless management

Warranty & Support

• Standard Manufacturer Warranty: Limited Lifetime warranty. 
• Support Contract Compatibility: Compatible with applicable HPE Aruba Networking support services.
• Management Support: HPE Aruba Networking Central supports centralized WLAN management, monitoring, configuration, analytics and operational control.
• Software Support: Supports HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System 8 and 10 and Instant OS. 

FAQs – R7J49A HPE Aruba Networking AP-615-RW

1. Does the R7J49A support Wi-Fi 6E?
Yes. The AP-615-RW supports Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax with 6 GHz) and can operate two concurrent radios across any two of the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands.

2. What is the maximum data rate of the AP-615-RW?
The AP-615-RW provides a maximum combined peak data rate of 3.6 Gbps. The published peak rates are up to 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, 1.2 Gbps on 5 GHz and 2.4 Gbps on 6 GHz. 

3. Does R7J49A have 2.5GbE connectivity?
Yes. The AP includes one 2.5Gbps Ethernet interface, supporting 100/1000/2500BASE-T connectivity.

4. Does the AP-615-RW support Bluetooth and Zigbee?
Yes. The access point includes Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 and Zigbee/IEEE 802.15.4 support, along with a USB 2.0 host interface for supported IoT applications. 

5. What power options are supported?
The AP supports Power over Ethernet through E0 as well as a 12V DC power input. HPE specifies maximum worst-case consumption of 14.7W/20.9W when PoE-powered and 12.5W/18.2W when DC-powered, depending on operating conditions. 

6. Is R7J49A suitable for enterprise deployment?
Yes. It is intended for indoor enterprise deployments and supports HPE Aruba Networking Wireless Operating System, Instant OS, AOS-10, and multiple centralized management models. Its compact form factor and 6 GHz capability make it particularly suitable for branch and small-campus environments.