Aruba 503H User Manual

Aruba 503H Hospitality Access Points
Installation Guide
Installation Guide | July 2020 1
The Aruba AP-503H Access Points are high-performance, multi-radio wireless devices that can be deployed in
either controller-based (AOS) or controller-less (Instant) modes in hospitality and branch or teleworker
deployments. The Aruba AP-503H Hospitality Access Points support the full 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) featureset with
dual 2x2 MIMO radios, deliver locationing functions, and can serve as a flexible IOT gateway, delivered through
the built-in BLE and 802.15.4 radio.
A variety of mounting scenarios are supported by a range of mount kits (sold separately). Make sure to purchase
the correct mount kit for the intended deployment of the AP.
Hardware Overview
The following sections outline the hardware components of the Aruba AP-503H Access Points.
Figure 1 AP-503H (front view)
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Aruba 503H Specifications

General

Model	Aruba 503H
Category	Wireless Access Point
Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Operating Mode	Access Point
PoE-out	No
Wi-Fi Standards	802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
PoE Support	802.3af PoE
Antenna Type	Integrated
Mounting	Wall
Operating Temperature	0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F)
Dimensions	150 mm x 86 mm x 40 mm
Number of Spatial Streams	2x2 MIMO

Summary

Hardware Overview

LED Status Indicators

System Status LED

Indicates the operating condition of the access point.

Radio Status LED

Shows the operating mode of the access point's radios.

Connectivity Ports and Interfaces

Physical Security and Reset

Reset Button Functionality

Explains how to reset the AP to factory defaults or toggle LED display.

Pre-Installation Requirements

Installation Site Selection

RF Radiation and Interference Precautions

RF Radiation Exposure Statement

States compliance with RF exposure limits and minimum separation distance.

Access Point Installation Safety

Software and Configuration

Verifying Post-Installation Connectivity

Using the integrated LED to verify power and initialization status.

Electrical and Environmental Specifications

Electrical Specifications

Details Ethernet port capabilities and power input requirements.

Environmental Specifications

Outlines operating and storage temperature/humidity limits for indoor use.

Regulatory Compliance Information

Regulatory Model Number (RMN)

Identifies the unique regulatory model number (AP-503H RMN: APINH503).

Taiwan RoHS and US FCC Compliance

United States FCC Compliance

Details FCC Part 15 compliance for Class B digital devices.