HPE Instant On AP27 Dual Band IEEE 802.11ax 1.46 Gbit/s Outdoor Wireless Access Point

The HPE Instant On AP27 stands at the intersection of enterprise-grade reliability and outdoor-friendly design, delivering robust Wi‑Fi 6 performance where you need it most—outdoors. Engineered for open-air environments—from university campuses, shopping plazas, and stadiums to resort patios, outdoor dining areas, and construction sites—the AP27 brings a resilient wireless experience to users on the move. This dual‑radio outdoor access point supports IEEE 802.11ax (Wi‑Fi 6), offering significantly improved efficiency, capacity, and sensitivity in dense outdoor deployments. With a maximum throughput of up to 1.46 Gbit/s and support for up to 75 simultaneous users, it enables seamless access for screens, handheld devices, and IoT sensors without bottlenecks or dead zones. The AP27’s rugged, weather‑proof housing is engineered to withstand sun, rain, dust, and temperature fluctuations, ensuring dependable operation in challenging environments. For organizations seeking scalable, secure, and easy-to-manage outdoor wireless, the AP27 integrates smoothly into the HPE Instant On ecosystem, allowing you to deploy quickly, manage centrally, and grow incrementally as coverage and user demands evolve. Whether you’re deploying a campus network, an outdoor retail experience, or a hospitality area, the AP27 delivers consistent coverage, reliable roaming, and strong security features designed to simplify day-to-day management while delivering a premium user experience outdoors. The combination of modern Wi‑Fi 6 technology, outdoor durability, and cloud-ready management makes it an ideal cornerstone for building a future-proof outdoor wireless strategy that reduces operational complexity and increases network visibility. In short, the AP27 is built for outdoor reliability and indoor-like performance, enabling your people and guests to stay connected—no matter the weather or the crowd.

• Wi‑Fi 6 outdoor access point: IEEE 802.11ax support delivers higher throughput, lower latency, and better efficiency in dense outdoor environments, enabling more devices to connect with improved performance.
• Dual‑band, dual‑radio design: Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz operation provides broad coverage and better client experience while reducing interference across outdoor spaces.
• Up to 75 simultaneous users: Designed to handle busy outdoor areas such as campuses, plazas, stadiums, and courtyards where many devices require reliable connectivity at once.
• Rugged, weather‑proof enclosure: Built to endure outdoor conditions—sun, rain, dust, and temperature variations—without compromising performance or durability.
• Cloud‑managed and scalable: Integrates with HPE Instant On for easy provisioning, centralized monitoring, and scalable deployment across multiple outdoor locations, helping you grow with fewer headaches.

Technical Details of HPE Instant On AP27

• Model: AP27 Outdoor Wireless Access Point
• Standards: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi‑Fi 6) with Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED 6 support
• Radio configuration: Dual‑band radios for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz operation
• Throughput: Up to 1.46 Gbps aggregate wireless data rate
• Maximum clients: Supports up to 75 simultaneous users
• Enclosure: Outdoor, rugged, weather‑resistant housing designed for external installation
• Management: Compatible with HPE Instant On cloud or on‑premises management for provisioning, monitoring, and policy control

How to install HPE Instant On AP27

• Plan placement carefully to optimize coverage: select elevated mounting points with a clear line of sight to the outdoor area you want to cover, avoiding physical obstructions and potential interference sources.
• Mount the AP27 on a durable outdoor surface using the supplied hardware, ensuring a secure and weatherproof installation that protects the device from water ingress and debris.
• Connect the AP27 to your network using standard Ethernet. Use PoE if your switch supports it; otherwise provide power through an appropriate injector, following your network’s power plan and safety guidelines.
• Adopt the device in the HPE Instant On management portal or cloud console, configure basic SSIDs, set security policies (such as WPA3 where available), and perform initial RF tuning to optimize channel selection and power levels for your environment.
• Test coverage and roaming behavior across the outdoor area. Monitor performance in the management portal, adjust RF parameters as needed, and scale by adding additional APs to expand coverage while maintaining centralized visibility and control.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the HPE Instant On AP27? It’s an outdoor, dual‑band Wi‑Fi 6 access point designed to provide high‑capacity wireless coverage in exterior environments, with support for up to 75 simultaneous clients and up to 1.46 Gbps throughput.
• What standards does it support? The AP27 supports IEEE 802.11ax (Wi‑Fi 6) and is Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED 6, delivering improved efficiency, capacity, and performance in crowded outdoor deployments.
• How many devices can connect at once? The AP27 is designed to support up to 75 simultaneous users, making it suitable for busy outdoor spaces such as campuses, plazas, and hospitality areas.
• Is the AP27 weatherproof? Yes, it is built with a rugged outdoor enclosure intended for external installation and capable of withstanding typical outdoor conditions, including sun and rain.
• How do I manage the AP27? It integrates with the HPE Instant On cloud or on‑premises management platform, allowing for straightforward provisioning, centralized monitoring, policy enforcement, and scalable deployment across multiple outdoor sites.