HPE AP-365: Outdoor 802.11ac Wave 2 Wireless Access Point

The HPE AP-365 is a rugged outdoor wireless access point designed to deliver reliable, high-performance connectivity for mobile devices and IoT in challenging environments. As a member of the 360 Series, this AP combines robust build quality, scalable performance, and flexible deployment to support educational campuses, enterprise campuses, retail spaces, and industrial sites. With dual-radio operation and Wave 2 technology, the AP-365 provides strong coverage, efficient client handling, and seamless roaming to keep networks productive in areas with high user density or harsh outdoor conditions.

• Versatile outdoor connectivity for diverse settings—education, enterprise, retail, and industrial environments—where dependable wireless access is essential for learning, operations, and customer experiences.
• High-performance dual-radio operation with support for 802.11ac Wave 2, delivering strong throughput and efficient use of spectrum to support mobile devices, laptops, and IoT sensors concurrently.
• Impressive aggregate data rates and 5 GHz performance, with a focus on delivering fast wireless access for bandwidth-intensive applications while maintaining stable connections in outdoor deployments.
• Durable, weather-aware design built to withstand outdoor conditions, with mounting flexibility and integration options that simplify installation on poles, walls, or mounting brackets in outdoor spaces.
• Smart management and security features that align with modern enterprise needs, including scalable deployment, centralized control, and enterprise-grade protection for guest access, device authentication, and data integrity.

Technical Details of HPE AP-365

• Wireless standards: IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 dual-band operation (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) to support legacy devices while delivering faster performance for modern clients.
• Aggregate data rate: Up to 1.27 Gbps total capacity, with 866 Mbps typically available on the 5 GHz band to support high-density wireless clients and streaming applications.
• Radio architecture: Dual radios with MU-MIMO capabilities to serve multiple clients simultaneously, improving efficiency and user experience in crowded outdoor environments.
• Security and access control: Enterprise-grade security features designed to protect guest networks, private communications, and IoT device connections in public or semi-public spaces.
• Power and connectivity: Power over Ethernet (PoE) capable, enabling simple installation with a single Ethernet cable while minimizing the need for extra power infrastructure in outdoor areas.
• Deployment flexibility: Outdoor-rated enclosure and mounting options suitable for poles, walls, or railing installations, enabling versatile placement to optimize coverage and performance.
• Management approach: Integrates with centralized controller-based or cloud-managed networks, allowing IT teams to configure, monitor, and optimize the AP-365 from a single management interface.
• Quality of service and performance features: Built-in QoS and traffic prioritization to ensure critical applications—such as voice, video conferencing, and business apps—receive appropriate bandwidth even in high-demand scenarios.

How to install HPE AP-365

• Choose an outdoor mounting location that provides optimal line-of-sight and coverage for the intended area, avoiding physical obstructions that could impact signal quality.
• Connect the AP-365 to a PoE-enabled switch or injector using a standard Ethernet cable, ensuring the installation adheres to local electrical and safety regulations.
• Power on the device and access its management interface through your central controller or cloud-based management portal to begin the initial configuration.
• Configure SSIDs, security settings, and VLANs to segment guest and private traffic, apply network policies, and enable appropriate authentication for users and IoT devices.
• Position and fine-tune the AP’s coverage using RF optimization features, adjust channel width and transmit power as needed, and monitor performance to ensure consistent performance across the deployment.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: Is the AP-365 suitable for outdoor deployments? A: Yes. It is designed for outdoor environments with rugged construction and mounting options suitable for walls, poles, or other exterior fixtures to deliver reliable wireless access in open-air areas.
• Q: What is the expected data rate for the AP-365? A: The device supports up to 1.27 Gbps of aggregate data rate, with substantial capacity on the 5 GHz band to handle high-density client scenarios and streaming workloads.
• Q: Does the AP-365 support PoE? A: Yes. It is powered via Power over Ethernet, simplifying installation and reducing the need for separate power sources in outdoor deployments.
• Q: How should I manage the AP-365 within a larger network? A: The AP-365 is designed for seamless integration with centralized controllers or cloud-managed networks, enabling consolidated configuration, monitoring, and optimization across multiple access points.
• Q: What environments benefit most from the AP-365? A: Educational campuses, enterprise campuses, retail locations, and industrial sites benefit from its outdoor coverage, reliability, and scalability for both mobile devices and IoT devices.