Aerohive Networks
Aerohive Networks AP250 2.60 Gbit/s 802.11ac access point
Dual-radio 802.11ac Wave 2 access point delivering 2.60 Gbit/s across 2.40 GHz and 5 GHz bands with built-in BLE for location services
- StandardsIEEE 802.11ac
- Wireless Data Rates2.60 Gbit/s
- Frequency Band5 GHz 2.40 GHz
- Dual-radio 3x3:3 MU-MIMO delivers up to 2.6 Gbps throughput
- Software-defined radios let both bands run 802.11ac for flexible coverage or capacity
- Built-in BLE radio enables proximity and indoor location services
- Integrated application visibility, RADIUS, DHCP and captive portal reduce separate appliances
- Managed from cloud-based HiveManager for centralised configuration and monitoring
Purpose-built access point
The Aerohive AP250 is a dual-radio 802.11ac Wave 2 access point built for environments where capacity demands shift quickly. It targets IT teams needing enterprise-grade features such as application visibility, RADIUS, DHCP and captive portal services without replacing existing 802.3af PoE infrastructure.
Internal antennas and BLE radio
Internal antennas simplify ceiling or wall mounting while keeping the profile low for offices, schools or retail spaces. A built-in BLE radio adds proximity and indoor location services, so the same hardware supports both Wi-Fi and location-based engagement without extra devices or cabling.
Software-defined radio flexibility
Each radio can be software-configured for 2.40 GHz or 5 GHz operation, letting administrators match coverage or capacity needs as they change. The jump is worth it when a legacy single-radio deployment cannot serve dense client loads or when 802.11ac Wave 2 MU-MIMO performance is required on existing PoE switches.
Highlights
- Dual-radio 3x3:3 MU-MIMO delivers up to 2.6 Gbps throughput
- Software-defined radios let both bands run 802.11ac for flexible coverage or capacity
- Built-in BLE radio enables proximity and indoor location services
- Integrated application visibility, RADIUS, DHCP and captive portal reduce separate appliances
- Managed from cloud-based HiveManager for centralised configuration and monitoring
Specifications
| Brand | Aerohive |
|---|---|
| Standards | IEEE 802.11ac |
| Wireless Data Rates | 2.60 Gbit/s |
| Frequency Band | 5 GHz 2.40 GHz |
Questions about this item
What is the maximum wireless throughput of the AP250 and which Wi-Fi standard does it use?
The AP250 delivers up to 2.60 Gbit/s using the IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 standard with 3x3:3 MU-MIMO.
What mounting hardware or physical space does the AP250 require for installation?
It features internal antennas and is designed for ceiling or wall mounting using standard enterprise AP brackets.
How is the AP250 powered and what is the common mistake during setup?
It runs on 802.3af PoE; the frequent error is connecting it to a non-PoE switch without a separate injector.
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