Aruba JZ318A AP-303 802.11ac Wave 2 Indoor Campus Access Point

JZ318A identifies AP-303 hardware

Aruba JZ318A is an AP-303 indoor campus access point with internal antennas and dual 2x2:2 radios. The AP-303 radio specification uses 802.11ac Wave 2 at 5 GHz and 802.11n at 2.4 GHz. Select this exact manufacturer ordering code for an AP-303 requirement; Instant On AP22 is a different product.

Check the client and channel assumptions

HPE rates the 5 GHz radio up to 867 Mbps with a two-stream VHT80 client and the 2.4 GHz radio up to 300 Mbps with a two-stream HT40 client. These figures describe wireless physical-layer rates. They do not promise application throughput or add up to a wired interface speed. Channel availability depends on the configured regulatory domain, and a narrower channel or different client changes the attainable link rate.

Use the single Ethernet connection correctly

AP-303 has one 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 network port. A procurement requirement for a second Ethernet connection or downstream PoE output calls for a different hardware variant: HPE assigns those features to AP-303P. Do not specify a multigigabit switch port on the assumption that this AP has a 2.5 GbE uplink.

Separate AP power from a downstream power function

The AP-303 accepts power from an IEEE 802.3af PoE source or a compatible 12 V DC supply. HPE specifies power sources separately. Check the available switch budget or the exact adapter, connector and mains cord before installation. Its PoE input powers the access point; it does not establish the AP-303P second-port power-output capability.

Agree the order label and management environment

Supply the full JZ318A part number and the country of installation when requesting a quotation. Verify the offered unit's regulatory label and local approval rather than substituting a neighboring order code. The AP-303 supports controller-based ArubaOS and controller-less Instant operation. Confirm the supported software release, controller environment, registration and any separately required rights for the proposed deployment. Hardware identity alone does not establish an included management subscription.

What to confirm on the quotation

Request the actual condition, package contents, mounting parts, stock, delivery estimate and warranty terms. For an existing-site replacement, include a photograph of the installed model label and the power arrangement so the offered AP can be checked against the site. Verify current manufacturer lifecycle and support eligibility for the exact unit; no remaining support term or available inventory is promised by this listing.

Document/Firmware Download

HPE AP-303 standard models

HPE AP-303 radio, operating and power details

HPE AP-303 technical specifications

Related wireless equipment is listed in HPE Wireless. The HPE wordmark is a Brand Relevant illustration, not a photograph of JZ318A or evidence of the supplied accessories.