Description
Product Overview of the Aruba AP-215
Wireless Access Points (WAPs) are networking devices that enable users to connect to a wireless network. The Aruba Networks AP-215 is a wireless access point that supports the IEEE 802.11ac wireless networking standard. This device provides high-speed wireless connectivity and advanced security features for enterprise-grade wireless networks.
IEEE 802.11AC
The IEEE 802.11ac standard, also known as Wi-Fi 5, is the latest iteration of the 802.11 wireless networking standard. It offers faster speeds, better coverage, and more efficient use of radio frequencies compared to the older IEEE 802.11n standard. The 802.11ac standard operates in the 5 GHz frequency band, which provides more available channels and less interference compared to the 2.4 GHz frequency band used by older wireless standards.
AP-215 Aruba Networks
The AP-215 Aruba Networks wireless access point is designed to provide high-speed wireless connectivity for enterprise-grade networks. It supports the IEEE 802.11ac standard, which enables it to achieve speeds of up to 1.27 Gbps. This makes it suitable for high-bandwidth applications such as video streaming and large file transfers.
ISM Band
The AP-215 Aruba Networks wireless access point operates in the ISM (Industrial, Scientific, and Medical) band, which is a portion of the radio frequency spectrum reserved for use by scientific and medical equipment, as well as industrial applications. The ISM band includes frequencies between 902 and 928 MHz and 2.4 and 2.4835 GHz.
Wireless Network Security
The AP-215 Aruba Networks wireless access point provides advanced security features to protect wireless networks from unauthorized access and data breaches. It supports multiple encryption and authentication methods, including WPA2-Enterprise and 802.1X, which provide strong security for enterprise-grade networks.
Ease of Deployment
The AP-215 Aruba Networks wireless access point is designed for ease of deployment, which makes it suitable for large-scale wireless network deployments. It supports various deployment modes, including standalone mode, controller-based mode, and remote AP (RAP) mode, which provides flexibility in deployment options.
Standalone Mode
In standalone mode, the AP-215 Aruba Networks wireless access point can function as a standalone device without the need for a controller. This mode is suitable for small-scale deployments that require a limited number of access points.
Controller-Based Mode
In controller-based mode, the AP-215 Aruba Networks wireless access point is managed by a central controller, which provides advanced network management and monitoring features. This mode is suitable for large-scale deployments that require multiple access points.
Remote AP (RAP) Mode: In remote AP (RAP) mode, the AP-215 Aruba Networks wireless access point can be deployed in remote locations and connected to the enterprise network via a VPN (Virtual Private Network). This mode provides secure connectivity for remote workers and branch offices.
The AP-215 Aruba Networks wireless access point is a high-performance device that provides advanced wireless networking and security features for enterprise-grade networks. It supports the IEEE 802.11ac standard, which enables it to achieve high speeds of up to 1.27 Gbps. It operates in the ISM band and supports multiple encryption and authentication methods to ensure the security of wireless networks. It also provides flexible deployment options, including standalone mode, controller-based mode, and remote AP (RAP) mode, to meet the needs of different network deployments.
General Information about the Aruba AP-215
- Manufacturer: Aruba
- Part Number or SKU# AP-215
- Product Type: Wireless Access Point
- Product Series : 210
Technical Information
- Wireless LAN Standard IEEE 802.11AC
- ISM Band Yes
- UNII Band Yes
- ISM Minimum Frequency 2.40 GHz
- ISM Maximum Frequency 2.48 GHz
- UNII Minimum Frequency 5.15 GHz
- UNII Maximum Frequency 5.85 GHz
- Total Number of Antennas 6
- Number of Internal Antennas 6
- Antenna Gain 4.5 DBI
- Antenna Type Omnidirectional Antenna
- Wireless Transmission Speed 1.27 Gbit/s
- Wireless Security Encryption
- VPN
- Web Filtering
- Kensington Security Slot
- Quality of Service (QOS)
- LED Indicator
- MIMO Technology
Interfaces/Ports
- Ethernet Port Yes
- Fast Ethernet Port Yes
- Gigabit Ethernet Port Yes
- 10Gigabit Ethernet Port No
- Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports 1
- VGA No
- HDMI No
- Audio Line Out No
- Serial Port Yes
- USB Yes
