HPE Networking AP-587 Wireless Access Point
Best industrial-grade connectivity for demanding, high-traffic business environments.
This is the heavy-duty workhorse for environments where standard office Wi-Fi simply fails. By prioritizing rugged, industrial-grade connectivity and IoT support over sleek aesthetics, it sacrifices a low-profile look for the kind of rock-solid reliability that keeps complex, high-density networks running without a stutter.
Who it's for
- IT managers supporting high-density, bandwidth-heavy office environments
- Security-focused administrators protecting sensitive corporate network data
- Network engineers needing flexible, scalable deployment options
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious organizations with limited infrastructure spending
- Small teams lacking dedicated, specialized IT personnel
- Small businesses needing only basic, plug-and-play connectivity
Performance breakdown
Throughput Capacity
Multi-gigabit Ethernet ports ensure zero bottlenecks for high-bandwidth enterprise traffic.
IoT Versatility
Integrated Zigbee and Bluetooth radios simplify complex smart device deployments.
Signal Density
Wi-Fi 6 and MU-MIMO handle crowded environments without dropping connection quality.
Deployment Flexibility
Versatile power options allow for installation in challenging, non-traditional locations.
Industrial Durability
Ruggedized build quality withstands demanding environments where standard hardware fails.
Spectrum Efficiency
OFDMA technology optimizes airtime usage for a smoother, more responsive network.
Key Specs
Wi-Fi Standard
Wi-Fi 6
Frequency Bands
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Ethernet Port Speed
5 Gbps SmartRate, 10 Gbps SFP+
Power Source
802.3bt Class 6 power or AC power
MU-MIMO Support
Yes
OFDMA Support
Yes
Bluetooth
5.0
Radio
802.15.4/Zigbee
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