Aruba AP-655 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Access Point – 7.8Gbps, Indoor (R7J44A)

The Aruba 650 Series AP-655 (R7J44A) is a high-performance, enterprise-grade wireless access point designed to deliver ultra-fast, secure, and reliable connectivity for demanding network environments.

Featuring the latest Wi-Fi 6E technology and tri-band architecture, the AP-655 provides access to the new 6 GHz spectrum for higher capacity, less congestion, and reduced latency. With a maximum data rate of 7.8 Gbps and 4×4 MIMO on all three bands, it supports seamless connectivity in high-density environments such as large enterprises, healthcare facilities, education campuses, and government agencies.

Equipped with dual 5GbE uplink ports, WPA3 security, and TAA compliance, the AP-655 ensures scalable performance and secure deployments that meet modern enterprise and regulatory requirements. Integrated with Aruba Central or AirWave for cloud-based or on-premise management, it simplifies deployment and monitoring while delivering exceptional performance.

Key Features

• Wi-Fi 6E Technology: Expands into the 6 GHz band to deliver higher speeds and lower latency.

• Tri-Band Operation: Dedicated radios for 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands for optimal performance.

• Ultra-High Performance: Delivers a combined data rate of up to 7.8 Gbps for bandwidth-intensive applications.

• 4×4 MIMO: Improves network capacity and efficiency in high-density environments.

• Dual 5GbE Uplinks: Ensures high-speed, redundant wired connectivity and maximizes throughput.

• Advanced Security: Supports WPA3 and secure boot for end-to-end data protection.

• TAA Compliant: Suitable for government and regulated industry deployments.

• IoT Ready: Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Zigbee radios for IoT device connectivity.

• Flexible Deployment: Operates in controller-based or Instant (controllerless) modes.

• Energy Efficient: Supports 802.3bt Power over Ethernet (PoE++) for simplified installation.

Technical Specifications

General:

• Model: Aruba AP-655

• Part Number: R7J44A

• Form Factor: Indoor access point

• Compliance: TAA Compliant

Wireless Standards:

• IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6 & Wi-Fi 6E)

• Tri-Band Radios: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz

• MIMO: 4×4:4 on each band

Performance:

• Aggregate Data Rate: Up to 7.8 Gbps

• OFDMA and MU-MIMO for optimized multi-user efficiency

• Target Wake Time (TWT) for improved client battery life

Security:

• WPA2 and WPA3 Enterprise/Personal

• Secure boot and Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

• Policy-based access control with role-based enforcement

Interfaces:

• 2x 5GbE/2.5GbE/1GbE/100MbE Ethernet ports with PoE++ (802.3bt)

• Integrated BLE and Zigbee radios for IoT applications

• Console port for local management

Power & Environmental:

• Power Source: 802.3bt PoE++ or DC power (adapter sold separately)

• Maximum Power Consumption: ~32W with full feature operation

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)

Management & Control:

• Managed by Aruba Central (cloud), Aruba AirWave (on-premise), or local mobility controller

• Supports Instant (controllerless) mode for simplified deployment

Physical:

• Mounting: Wall or ceiling mountable

• Dimensions: Approx. 230 mm x 230 mm x 65 mm (9.0 in x 9.0 in x 2.6 in)

• Weight: Approx. 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs)