HPE
HPE Aruba Networking AP-503H-US Dual Radio 802.11ax 2x2 Unified Hospitality Access Point with 1+2 Ethernet Ports (R3V38A)
- SKU:
- R3V38A
- MPN:
- R3V38A
Description
The HPE Aruba Networking AP-503H-US (R3V38A) is a compact enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6 unified hospitality access point designed for hotels, residence halls, branch offices, teleworkers, and indoor hospitality environments.
Part of the Aruba 500H Series, the AP-503H delivers high-performance wireless and wired connectivity with support for the latest 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) technologies including OFDMA, MU-MIMO, Target Wake Time (TWT), WPA3 security, and enhanced IoT integration. It provides a maximum aggregate throughput of up to 1.49 Gbps, ensuring reliable connectivity for guests, employees, students, and smart devices.
The AP-503H features dual-radio 2x2 MIMO architecture, integrated semi-directional antennas, Bluetooth 5, Zigbee support, and multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports for flexible wired connectivity in hospitality and branch deployments. Its wall-mount optimized design enables clean installations in hotel rooms, dormitories, clinics, and remote office environments.
KEY FEATURES & BENEFITS
✔ Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Technology — Enhanced wireless efficiency, speed, and capacity
✔ Dual-Radio 2x2 MIMO — Supports simultaneous 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless operation
✔ Up to 1.49 Gbps Throughput — Reliable high-speed wireless connectivity
✔ Hospitality Optimized Design — Ideal for hotels, dormitories, and branch offices
✔ 1 Uplink + 2 Downlink Ethernet Ports — Flexible wired connectivity for room devices
✔ OFDMA & MU-MIMO Support — Improves multi-user wireless performance
✔ Bluetooth 5 & Zigbee Ready — Integrated IoT and location-aware service support
✔ WPA3 & Enhanced Open Security — Advanced enterprise wireless protection
✔ Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) — Simplified remote deployment and configuration
✔ Aruba ClientMatch Technology — Optimizes wireless client roaming and performance
✔ PoE Powered Deployment — Supports 802.3af Power over Ethernet
✔ Cloud & Controller Management — Compatible with Aruba Central and ArubaOS platforms
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | HPE Aruba Networking |
| Model | AP-503H-US |
| Part Number | R3V38A |
| Product Series | Aruba 500H Series |
| Product Type | Unified Hospitality Access Point |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wireless Bands | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
| Radio Architecture | Dual-Radio |
| MIMO Configuration | 2x2 MU-MIMO |
| Maximum Throughput | Up to 1.49 Gbps |
| 2.4GHz Speed | Up to 287 Mbps |
| 5GHz Speed | Up to 1.2 Gbps |
| Ethernet Ports | 1 × Uplink + 2 × Downlink Gigabit Ports |
| Port Type | 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 |
| Antennas | Internal Semi-Directional |
| Bluetooth Support | Bluetooth 5 |
| Zigbee Support | Yes |
| USB Port | Yes |
| Security | WPA2 / WPA3 / Enhanced Open |
| Power Options | 802.3af PoE or 12V DC |
| Mounting | Wall Mount / Desktop |
| Dimensions | 86 × 40 × 150 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 290 g |
| Operating Environment | Indoor |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
PACKAGE CONTENTS
1 × HPE Aruba AP-503H-US Access Point (R3V38A)
1 × Mounting Bracket
Installation Documentation
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Hotel room Wi-Fi deployments
Hospitality networking environments
University residence halls
Healthcare & clinic wireless connectivity
Remote office & branch office networking
IoT-enabled smart hospitality rooms
Teleworker wireless deployments
Indoor enterprise wireless environments
INSTALLATION NOTES
Indoor deployment only
Requires a compatible 802.3af PoE switch or injector
Mounting accessories may vary by package
Professional wireless planning recommended for large hospitality deployments
WHY BUY FROM MULTILINK
✔ Genuine HPE Aruba Networking products
✔ Enterprise networking specialists
✔ Fast shipping & secure packaging
✔ Bulk & reseller pricing available
✔ Expert wireless deployment support
✔ Trusted supplier for hospitality networking solutions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Q: What environments is the AP-503H designed for?
A: The AP-503H is optimized for hospitality, hotel rooms, dormitories, branch offices, and remote work environments.
Q: Does the R3V38A support Wi-Fi 6?
A: Yes, it supports the latest 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 standard with OFDMA and MU-MIMO technologies.
Q: How many Ethernet ports are included?
A: The AP-503H includes one Gigabit uplink port and two Gigabit downlink Ethernet ports.
Q: Does the AP-503H support IoT connectivity?
A: Yes, integrated Bluetooth 5 and Zigbee radios support IoT and location-aware applications.
Q: Can this access point be wall mounted?
A: Yes, the AP-503H is designed for wall-mounted hospitality deployments and also supports desktop installation.