Aruba AP-104 and AP-105 Access Point

The multifunction AP-104 and AP-105 are affordable indoor 802.11n access points (AP) designed for high-density deployments in offices, hospitals, schools and retail stores.

The AP-105 features two 2×2 MIMO dual-band 2.4-GHz/5-GHz radios with two internal omni-directional downtilt antennas, which make it ideal for warehouses and other high-ceiling facilities. The AP-104 features the same radios with external antenna connectors.

These compact, high-speed APs deliver wire-like performance at data rates up to 300 Mbps per radio. With ceiling- and wall-mount options, they are built to provide years of trouble-free operation and are backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

Working with Aruba’s line of centralized Mobility Controllers, the AP-104 and AP-105 deliver secure, high-speed network services that move users to a “wireless where possible, wired where necessary” network access model. The network can then be rightsized by eliminating unused Ethernet switch ports, which reduces operating costs.

802.11n enables the use of wireless as a primary connection with speed and reliability comparable to a wired LAN. It also increases performance by utilizing techniques such as channel bonding, block acknowledgement and MIMO radios. Advanced antenna technology also increases RF signal range and reliability.

The key to ensuring wire-like performance and reliability is Aruba’s unique Adaptive Radio Management and spectrum analysis capabilities, which manage the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radio bands to ensure maximum client performance while mitigating any RF interference.

The AP-104 and AP-105 can be configured through the Mobility Controller to provide WLAN access with part-time air monitoring, dedicated air monitoring for wireless intrusion protection and spectrum analysis, Remote AP (RAP) functionality or secure enterprise mesh.

The APs feature a 100/1000BASE-T Ethernet interface and can operate from standard 802.3af power-over-Ethernet (PoE) sources or a 12-volt DC power supply.

Specifications

Application

Indoor 802.11n dual-radio, dual-band AP for high-density deployments in warehouses, offices, hospitals, schools and retail stores.

Operating Mode

802.11a/b/g/n AP, air monitor (AM) and Remote AP (RAP)
Spectrum monitor, AM and RAP
AM and RAP
Remote AP
Secure enterprise mesh

Radios

Software-configurable dual radio capable of supporting 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Both radios 802.11n capable, implementing 2x2 MIMO with two spatial streams, providing up to 300 Mbps data rate per radio

RF Management

Automatic transmit power and channel management control with auto coverage hole correction via Adaptive Radio Management (ARM)
Spectrum analysis remotely scans the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radio bands to identify sources of RF interference. This provides visibility into non-802.11 RF interference sources and their effect on 802.11n channel quality.

Advanced Features

Integrated RAP, secure enterprise mesh point or portal, and wireless intrusion detection and prevention
Integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) for secure storage of credentials and keys

Wireless Radio Specifications
AP type: Dual-radio, dual-band 802.11n indoor
Supported Frequency Bands (country-specific restrictions apply): 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz
5.150 - 5.250 GHz
5.250 - 5.350 GHz
5.470 - 5.725 GHz
5.725 - 5.850 GHz
Available Channels: Controller-managed, dependent upon configured regulatory domain
Supported Radio Technologies: 802.11b: Direct-sequence spread-spectrum (DSSS)
802.11a/g/n: Orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM)
802.11n: 2x2 MIMO with 2 spatial streams
Supported Modulation Types: 802.11b: BPSK, QPSK, CCK
802.11a/g/n: BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM
Transmit Power: Configurable in increments of 0.5 dBm
Maximum Transmit Power: 2.4GHz: 23 dBm (limited by local regulatory requirements)
5 GHz: 23 dBm (limited by local regulatory requirements)
Maximum Ratio Combining (MRC) for improved receiver performance
Association Rates (Mbps): 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11
802.11a/g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54
802.11n: MCS0 - MCS15 (6.5 Mbps to 300 Mbps)
802.11n High-Throughput (HT) Support: HT 20/40
802.11n Packet Aggregation: A-MPDU, A-MSDU
Power

48 V DC 802.3af PoE
12 V DC for external AC supplied power (adapter sold separately)
Maximum power consumption: 12.5 watts

Antenna

RF interconnect attenuation (between radio and connectors or antennas): 0.5dB
AP-104: 4 x RP-SMA antenna interface connectors for external antenna support (2 per band)
AP-105: 4 x integrated, omni-directional antenna elements (supporting 2x2 MIMO).

Maximum Antenna Gain: 2.4 GHz / 3.0 dBi
5.0 GHz / 4.5 dBi
Interfaces
Network: 1 x 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet (RJ-45), auto-sensing link speed and MDI/MDX
Power: 1 x DC power connector
Other: 1 x RJ-45 console interface
Mounting
Standard: Wall
Tool-less Ceiling tile rail (15/16")
Optional mounting kit: Solid wall mount bracket
Wall box mount bracket (fits standard US single gang wall boxes)
Ceiling tile rail adapters (15/16" & 9/16" recessed or nonrecessed)
Mechanical
Dimensions / Weight (unit): 132 mm x 135 mm x 45 mm (5.2" x 5.3" x 1.8")
0.3 kg (10.56 oz)
Dimensions / Weight (shipping): 195 mm x 170 mm x 55 mm (7.7" x 6.7" x 2.2")
0.44 kg (15.52 oz)
Environmental
Operating: Temp: 0° C to +50° C (+32° F to +122° F)
Humidity: 5 to 95% non-condensing)
Storage and Transportation Temperature Range: Temp: -40° C to +70° C (-40° F to +158° F)
Regulatory
FCC/Industry of Canada R&TTE Directive - 1995/5/EC
EN 300 328 EN 301 893
CB Scheme Safety, cTUVus Korea KCC
Mexico NOM/COFETEL UL2043 Compliant
CE Marked Low Voltage Directive - 72/23/EEC
EN 301 489 UL/IEC/EN 60950
Japan MIC/VCCI Brazil ANATEL
China SRRC/CCC
For more country-specific regulatory information, and approvals, please see your Aruba representative.
Certifications

CB Scheme Safety, cTUVus
UL2043 Plenum rating
Wi-Fi certified 802.11a/b/g/n

Minimum AOS Version

AP-104: 6.1.3.0
AP-105: 3.4.1.0