Overview: Aruba Instant On AP17 2×2 Wi-Fi 5 Outdoor Access Point | US model | Power Source not Included (R2X10A)
Access Points are dedicated WiFi devices used to deliver enhanced WiFi across a facility, to reach all areas needing wireless connectivity, with WiFi strength beyond what is possible with WiFi repeaters. This technology, common in large companies and colleges and universities, is now available for smaller businesses and SMBs looking for strong WiFi in their facilities. Aruba Instant On is the business-class Access Point (AP) solution for you.
Small businesses and SMBs are facing a number of challenges that need constant attention, so setting up and running a network shouldn’t be on that list. Choosing the best Wi-Fi for your business should make your life simple. We’ve made it easy to keep Wi-Fi users happy, mobile devices connected and your network secure. Aruba Instant On APs work together in concert, with shared security access and presenting a common network across your facility. Setting up employee and guest networks is a breeze. Smart Mesh Wi-Fi makes it easy to cover rooms difficult to reach with wires.
Whether you own a small retail store or a busy bed-and-breakfast or a professional office location, Wi-Fi plays such a critical role today. Aruba Instant On Access Points (APs) are easy to deploy and manage – at an attractive price point. Instant On AP models can be mixed in the same network. Everything from mounting hardware to easy-to-use web and mobile app management tools, and business-grade software features are included.
Package contains: Single unit (US model). Separately provide PoE or order power adapter and cord.
Mounting: For ceiling or wall mounting. Mounting hardware included.
Warranty: 2 years
- Aruba Instant On AP17 Outdoor Access Points allows you to extend WiFi to your outdoor locations. Ideal for outdoor cafes, poolside, car dealership outdoor lots, or open-air restaurants. Mix and match with other Instant On APs for your inside areas. Industry-leading 2-year warranty and no extra licensing fees
- Get setup and running in minutes with the Aruba Instant On Cloud app management system. The cloud-hosted web interface and mobile app make it easy to manage multiple Aruba Instant On APs deployed in your facility, keeping network access logins and security settings consistent
- Powering: Given their outdoor location, recommended is using Power over Ethernet (802.1af Class 2) to power the AP17. The AP17 (R2X10A) provides only the unit. Separately you must provide Power over Ethernet
- Mounting: AP17 APs provide best coverage when mounted on a wall or high on a pole. Unit ships with a wall mount bracket
- Performance: Specified hardware for 867 Mbps on 5 GHz (.11ac) | 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz (.11n) | Total 1167 Mbps throughput | Unit has one Gigabit 100/1000 uplink connection | Recommended for up to 50 max active devices.
Specifications | |
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Certifications | WPA2, WPA3, Enhanced Open (OWE) Wi-Fi Alliance certified (WFA): 802.11ac Wave 2 (Wi-Fi 5) |
Power | Power over Ethernet (PoE): 802.3af (max consumption 13.5W) |
Regulatory | IEC 60950/62368 CB UL2043 plenum rating |
Wi-Fi Antenna | Two dual-band omni-directional antennas Max gain: 4.7dBi (2.4GHz), 4.2dBi (5GHz) |
Connectivity Standards | IEEE 802.11ac, 802.11n |
Ports | (1) Uplink Gigabit Ethernet port with POE-in support (802.3af) |
Mounting | Includes mount bracket for wall or pole mounting |
Radio Coverage | Dual radio, simultaneous dual-band operation 5 GHz 802.11ac 2×2 MIMO, up to 867 Mbps, Multi-User MIMO (Wi-Fi 5) 2.4 GHz 802.11n 2×2 MIMO, up to 300 Mbps (Wi-Fi 4) |
Warranty | Aruba Instant On 2-Year warranty: 24×7 phone (90 days), chat (full period), community support |
Dimensions (imperial) | 7.4 x 6.1 x 2.6 in |
Weight | 1.4 lb |
Aruba Instant On Wireless Comparison
AP11 | AP12 | AP22 | AP15 | AP25 | AP11D | AP17 | |
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Ideal deployment |
SOHOs, boutiques, retail shops |
Medical offices, cafés, restaurants |
Boutique hotels, independent schools, restaurants, professional offices |
Animation firms, tech start-ups |
Gaming, boutique hotels, professional offices, tech start-ups |
Boutique hotels, SOHOs, medical offices |
Outdoor cafés, poolside, open-air restaurants |
Recommended number of devices |
50 | 75 | 75 | 100 | 100+ | 50 | 50 |
Max data rates | 1.167 Gbps | 1.6 Gbps | 1.77 Gbps | 2.033 Gbps | 5.2 Gbps | 1.167 Gbps | 1.167 Gbps |
MIMO | 2x2 | 3x3 | 2x2 | 4x4 | 4x4 | 2x2 | 2x2 |
Weight | 193g | 483g | 500g | 674g | 775g | 313g | 650g |
Radios | 2.4 GHz 802.11n 5 GHz 802.11ac |
2.4 GHz 802.11n 5 GHz 802.11ac |
2.4 GHz 802.11ax 5 GHz 802.11ax |
2.4 GHz 802.11n 5 GHz 802.11ac |
2.4 GHz 802.11ax 5 GHz 802.11ax |
2.4 GHz 802.11n 5 GHz 802.11ac |
2.4 GHz 802.11n 5 GHz 802.11ac |
Dimensions | 152mm x 152mm x 34mm | 157mm x 157mm x 34mm | 160mm x 160mm x 37mm | 183mm x 183mm x 41mm | 200mm x 200mm x 45mm | 150mm x 86mm x 40mm | 156mm x 67mm x 178mm |
Power | 802.3af PoE 10.1W Max or 12Vdc |
802.3af PoE 13.0W Max or 12Vdc |
802.3af PoE 10.1W Max or 12Vdc |
802.3af PoE 14.4W Max or 12Vdc |
802.3at PoE Class 4 20.1W Max or 12Vdc |
802.3af PoE 9.7W Max to 25.3W Max or 48Vdc |
802.3af PoE 13.5W Max |