Aruba 387 Series Outdoor Access Points - Compatibility & Accessories
Aruba 387 Series Outdoor Access Points - Compatibility & Accessories Guide
1. Series Models Overview
The Aruba 387 Series provides high-speed 60 GHz (802.11ad) outdoor point-to-point bridging with an automated 5 GHz (802.11ac Wave 2) fallback radio, delivering resilient multi-gigabit campus interconnectivity up to 400 meters.
| Model |
Part Number |
Radio Configuration |
Deployment Profile |
| AP-387 |
JX988A / JZ174A |
Integrated 60 GHz directional (up to 3.37 Gbps) + 5 GHz directional fallback (up to 867 Mbps) |
High-speed point-to-point building-to-building line-of-sight network bridging. |
2. System Compatibility & Management
Management Platforms & Software
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ArubaOS (Controller-Managed): Requires Mobility Controller running ArubaOS 8.4.0.0 or higher.
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Aruba Instant & Central: Fully compatible with cloud-managed or controllerless Instant mode via Aruba Central or local Instant OS (8.4.0.0+).
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Alignment Technology: Features integrated auto-aligning radios with fine-tuning tilt mechanisms, simplifying beam alignment without specialized point-to-point alignment tools.
Network & Infrastructure Interfaces
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Ethernet Interface: 1x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 Auto-sensing Gigabit Ethernet port with 802.3at PoE+ input.
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Fiber SFP Interface: 1x Gigabit SFP optical port for extended distance backhaul run direct to the bridge node.
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Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE): Powered via standard IEEE 802.3at (PoE+ Class 4) switches/midspans or direct AC mains voltage.
3. Accessories & Ordering Guide
Mounting Kits
The AP-387 utilizes standard AP-270/370 series outdoor mounting hardware.
| SKU |
Model / Part Name |
Description |
| JW052A |
AP-270-MNT-V1 |
AP-270 Series Outdoor Pole/Wall Long Mount Kit (basic flat/tilt surface mounting) |
| JW053A |
AP-270-MNT-V2 |
AP-270 Series Outdoor Short Mount Kit (compact wall or pole mounting) |
| JW054A |
AP-270-MNT-H1 |
AP-270 Series Outdoor Hanging or Dual-Tilt Mount Kit |
| JW055A |
AP-270-MNT-H2 |
AP-270 Series Outdoor Flush Mount Kit |
| R6W11A |
AP-270-MNT-H3 |
AP-270 Series Outdoor Hanging or Dual-Tilt Install Mount Kit |
SFP Optical Transceivers (Extended Temperature)
Industrial temperature range SFP modules recommended for fiber-optic backhaul links.
| SKU |
Model |
Specifications |
| Q8N52A |
SFP-LX Extended Temp |
1000BASE-LX SFP 1310nm LC Connector Pluggable Transceiver (-40°C to +85°C) |
| Q8N53A |
SFP-SX Extended Temp |
1000BASE-SX SFP 850nm LC Connector Pluggable Transceiver (-40°C to +85°C) |
Power Options & Midspan Injectors
| SKU |
Model |
Description |
| JW700A |
PD-9001GO-NA |
30W 802.3at PoE+ Outdoor Surge Protected Midspan Injector (North America power cord) |
| JW701A |
PD-9001GO-INTL |
30W 802.3at PoE+ Outdoor Surge Protected Midspan Injector (International power cord) |
| JW630A |
PD-9001GO-DC |
30W 802.3at PoE+ Outdoor Surge Protected Midspan Injector (12–24V DC input) |
| R7T40A |
PD-9501-5GCO-AC |
60W 802.3bt Smart Rate Outdoor Surge Protected Midspan Injector (AC input) |
| JW620A |
PD-MOUNT-OD |
Outdoor PoE Midspan Injector Pole/Mast Mounting Bracket |
Glands & Replacement Hardware
| SKU |
Description |
| Q8N47A |
Outdoor AP Covers & Glands Kit (M25/M20/M16 covers, M20 cable glands, ground kit) |
| Q8N48A |
Outdoor AP Thread Adapters (5-pack Metric M20 to 1/2" NPT conduit adapter) |
