Aruba AP-635 (Aruba 630 Series) Overview:

In the ever-evolving landscape of enterprise networking, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Aruba Networks recognizes this need and introduces the Aruba AP-635 (Aruba 630 Series) Access Points (APs), a game-changing solution that redefines wireless connectivity for businesses. This article delves into the innovative features of the Aruba 630 Series APs, showcasing their potential to transform your organization’s wireless capabilities.

Aruba AP-635 (Aruba 630 Series) Series models:

Aruba AP-635 (Aruba 630 Series) installation guide

Unleashing the Power of Wi-Fi 6E

The Aruba AP-635 (Aruba 630 Series) APs are pioneers in harnessing the untapped potential of Wi-Fi 6E, making them the first enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6E solution. Designed for enterprises aiming to expand their wireless capacity and embrace wider channels, these APs leverage the 6 GHz band through three dedicated radios. This breakthrough translates to increased wireless capacity, delivering the bandwidth required for growth.

Ultra Tri-Band Filtering for Seamless Connectivity

One of the standout features of the Aruba 630 Series APs is their utilization of the 6 GHz band, coupled with ultra tri-band filtering. This innovative approach ensures that your organization experiences uninterrupted coverage, eliminating frustrating dead zones. Additionally, these APs are equipped with dual 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports, guaranteeing fast and secure connectivity.

Business Continuity at Its Finest

In the business world, downtime is not an option. Aruba understands this, and the 630 Series APs ensure high availability with two 2.5 Gbps HPE® Smart Rate Ethernet ports. This redundancy offers hitless failover capabilities for both data and power, safeguarding your operations even in the face of unexpected challenges.

Elevated Security Standards

Incorporating the latest Wi-Fi 6E standards, including WPA3 and Enhanced Open, along with WPA2-MPSK, Aruba’s 630 Series APs prioritize security. These advancements result in stronger encryption and authentication, keeping your network safe from potential threats.

Streamlined Management with Role-Based Access

Simplifying network management is a priority, and Aruba achieves this through role-based access. IT administrators can centrally configure and enforce policies, ensuring that security measures are consistently applied across wired and wireless networks. This streamlined approach enhances both security and management efficiency.

Efficient Traffic Steering

To optimize network performance, Aruba employs client steering technology. This feature intelligently directs traffic away from the crowded 2.4 GHz band to the preferred 5 GHz or 6 GHz band, taking into account device capabilities. Furthermore, it dynamically redistributes traffic to balance the load among APs, enhancing overall network efficiency.

Aruba AP-635 Series Wi-Fi Radio Specifications

• AP Type: Indoor, tri-radio (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz), 802.11ax, 2×2 MIMO
• Radio Details:
  • 2.4GHz: Up to 574 Mbps, 2 spatial streams, HE40
  • 5GHz: Up to 1.2 Gbps, 2 spatial streams, HE80
  • 6GHz: Up to 2.4 Gbps, 2 spatial streams, HE160
• Client Capacity: Up to 512 clients per radio, 16 BSSIDs per radio
• Supported Frequency Bands: (Country-specific restrictions apply)
  • 2.4GHz: 2.400 to 2.4835 GHz
  • 5GHz: 5.150 to 5.895 GHz
  • 6GHz: 5.925 to 7.125 GHz
• Radio Technologies:
  • 802.11b: DSSS
  • 802.11a/g/n/ac: OFDM
  • 802.11ax: OFDMA (up to 8 resource units on 2.4/5GHz, 37 on 6GHz)
• Modulation Types Supported:
  • 802.11b: BPSK, QPSK, CCK
  • 802.11a/g/n/ac/ax: BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM, 256-QAM, 1024-QAM
• Data Rates (Mbps):
  • 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11
  • 802.11a/g: 6 to 54
  • 802.11n: 6.5 to 400
  • 802.11ac: 6.5 to 1,083
  • 802.11ax (2.4GHz): 3.6 to 574
  • 802.11ax (5GHz): 3.6 to 1,201
  • 802.11ax (6GHz): 3.6 to 2,402
• Transmit Power: Configurable in 0.5 dBm increments
  • Max Transmit Power: +21 dBm per radio (aggregate), +18 dBm per chain
• Advanced Features:
  • ACC: Minimizes cellular network interference
  • UTB: Flexible 5GHz/6GHz channel selection
  • MRC, CDD/CSD, STBC, LDPC, TxBF: Enhance performance, range, and reliability
• Low-Power Support: 802.11ax Target Wait Time (TWT) for low-power clients

Features: 

• 6 GHz Band Unlocked: Doubles available capacity.
• Tri-Band Coverage: Encompassing 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz for a maximum aggregate data rate of 3.9 Gbps.
• Low-Latency Support: Up to seven 160 MHz channels in the 6 GHz band for latency-sensitive applications like HD video and AR/VR.
• Ultra Tri-Band (UTB) Filtering: Ensures interference-free operation in the 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands.
• High Availability: Dual 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports for failover of both Ethernet and power.
• Built-In GPS: Allows APs to self-locate, serving as reference points for precise indoor location measurements.

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