HPE Aruba Networking Instant On Access Points
According to HPE, HPE Networking Instant On access points are designed for Wi-Fi in small businesses. The range includes indoor models, a desk and wall model for individual rooms and an IP67 outdoor model. They are set up and managed via the Instant On app or the cloud web portal, at no extra cost according to HPE.
The AP21, AP22, AP22D, AP25 and AP27 use Wi-Fi 6, and the AP32 uses Wi-Fi 6E with an additional 6 GHz band. According to HPE, Smart Mesh connects up to 8 access points without additional cabling. Security features include WPA3/WPA2, OWE for open networks and separate guest and employee networks. HPE provides a 24-month warranty for the access points.
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Key facts from the HPE product pages
- Wi-Fi 6 (AP21, AP22, AP22D, AP25, AP27) and Wi-Fi 6E with 6 GHz band (AP32)
- Indoor, in-room and outdoor model (AP27, IP67)
- AP22D for desk or wall mounting with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired devices
- Up to 5374 Mbps (AP25, 4x4 MIMO)
- Smart Mesh with up to 8 access points per mesh network
- WPA3/WPA2, OWE, separate guest and employee networks
- Management via Instant On app or cloud web portal at no extra cost, up to 125 access points and switches
- 24-month warranty
Areas of use
- Offices and practices
- Hospitality, restaurants and retail
- Outdoor areas such as patios and parking lots (AP27)
Models and key specifications
| Model | Type | Wi-Fi | MIMO | Max. data rate | Recommended active devices | PoE in |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instant On AP21 | Indoor | Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 GHz 802.11n, 5 GHz 802.11ax) | 2x2 | 1500 Mbps | 50 | 802.3af |
| Instant On AP22 | Indoor | Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5 GHz) | 2x2 | 1774 Mbps | 75 | 802.3af |
| Instant On AP22D | Desk/wall (in-room), 4 × 1GbE LAN, 2.5GbE uplink | Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5 GHz) | 2x2 | 1774 Mbps | 75 | 802.3at/bt, PoE out 2 × 15 W |
| Instant On AP25 | Indoor | Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5 GHz) | 4x4 | 5374 Mbps | 100+ | 802.3at |
| Instant On AP32 | Indoor | Wi-Fi 6E (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz) | 2x2 | 3.6 Gbps | 75 | 802.3at/bt |
| Instant On AP27 | Outdoor, IP67 | Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5 GHz) | 2x2 | 1774 Mbps | 75 | 802.3at |
Values from the HPE product page of each model (as of 26 October 2026). Part numbers are country-specific and not listed on the product pages; they are stated in the quotation.
Source of information: hpe.com Instant On Access Points ·hpe.com Instant On AP21 ·hpe.com Instant On AP22 ·hpe.com Instant On AP22D ·hpe.com Instant On AP25 ·hpe.com Instant On AP27 ·hpe.com Instant On AP32
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