The HPE Aruba Networking AP-577EX (RW) is a rugged Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) hazardous location access point designed to deliver secure, high-performance wireless connectivity in environments where flammable gases, vapors, or dust may be present. Certified for Class 1 Division 2 / Zone 2 hazardous locations, it enables safe deployment in oil and gas facilities, chemical plants, refineries, and heavy industrial sites.
This model features dual radios with 2×2 and 4×4 MIMO to support higher throughput, improved efficiency, and reliable connectivity for modern industrial IoT devices, handheld terminals, and mobile workforce applications. The internal directional antennas focus RF energy for controlled coverage, making it ideal for long corridors, perimeter coverage, and targeted outdoor zones.
Built with a corrosion-resistant, weather-hardened enclosure, the AP-577EX withstands extreme temperatures, moisture, dust, and vibration. Aruba?s advanced wireless capabilities ? including Adaptive Radio Management (ARM) and ClientMatch? ? automatically optimize RF performance and client associations, even in RF-challenged industrial environments.
Security remains uncompromised with WPA3, secure boot, role-based access policies, and encrypted management traffic. The AP integrates seamlessly with Aruba Central or controller-based architectures, enabling centralized visibility and lifecycle management across hazardous and non-hazardous networks alike.
