Aruba 501 User Manual

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Aruba 501 802.11ac Wireless Client Bridge Quick Start Guide
This guide shows you how to install and get started using the Aruba 501 (J9835A) 802.11ac Wireless Client Bridge, hereafter referred to as the Aruba 501. The latest
documentation, including the Aruba 501 802.11ac Wireless Client Bridge Configuration and Administration Guide, is available at www.hpe.com/support/hpesc.
Hardware overview
Side view
1: Detachable antennas
2: Mounting bracket
Front view
3: Power cord cable tie points
4: AC/DC adapter socket
5: Status LEDs (left to right) Power, Ethernet, Radio
6: Ethernet port
7: Console port
8: Reset button
9: Antenna connectors
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Aruba 501 Specifications

General

Product Type	Wireless Access Point
MIMO Technology	2x2 MIMO
Mounting	Wall, Ceiling
Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
PoE Supported	Yes
Power Source	PoE
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C
Interfaces/Ports	1 x 10/100/1000Base-T (PoE)

Summary

Hardware Overview

Side View Components

Physical description of the device's side, including antennas and bracket.

Front View Components

Physical description of the device's front, including ports and LEDs.

Package Contents, Ports, and Radio

Ports Identification

Detailed description of the Ethernet and Console ports on the Aruba 501.

Radio and Antenna Details

Information about the dual-band radio, MIMO, and antenna connector types.

Device Status and Powering

Status Indicators and Reset

Explanation of LED meanings and reset button operation.

Powering the Aruba 501

Details on how to power the Aruba 501 using PoE switches, power supplies, or adapters.

Installation and Safety

Installation Guidelines

General guidelines for installing the Aruba 501, including cabling and country selection.

Safety Precautions

Safety advice regarding electrical hazards, grounding, and network cable voltage.

Mounting Procedures

Wall or Ceiling Mounting

Step-by-step guide for mounting the Aruba 501 on a wall or ceiling using the bracket.

Desktop Mounting

Instructions for placing the Aruba 501 on a desktop using the mounting bracket.

Initial Configuration Steps

Computer and Network Setup

Configuring the computer, connecting cables, and powering on the device.

Management Tool Access

Accessing the web-based management tool, login, country selection, and password change.

Network Configuration

IP Address Assignment

Methods to assign an IP address to the Aruba 501 (DHCP or static).

Wireless Connection Setup

Configuring station profiles to connect to a wireless network (SSID, security).

Testing and Additional Configuration

Connection Testing

Steps to test the established wireless connection and internet browsing.

Additional Configuration Access

How to re-launch the management tool for further configuration.

Aruba 501 Antennas and Support

Antenna Information

Approved antenna types for the Aruba 501.

Technical Support

Information on where to find worldwide technical support.

Regulatory Information

RF and Wireless Regulations

Information on operating restrictions, antenna gain, and radar interference for specific frequency bands.

Regional Compliance Notices

Regulatory notices for European Union, Brazil, and Korea.

Country-Specific Notices and Product Overview

Taiwan RF Regulations

Regulations for low-power radio frequency devices in Taiwan.

Eurasian Economic Union Marking

Information regarding EAC marking and manufacturer details.

Product Overview Details

Description of the Aruba 501's capabilities and features for bridging Ethernet to WLAN.

Detailed Specifications

Network and Data Rate Specs

Details on supported network standards, channel bandwidth, and data rates.

Power and Environmental Specs

Information on transmit power, dimensions, operating conditions, and electrical characteristics.