if the AP you are replacing has static IP address, just make a note of it.
The new AP will use DHCP, so ensure you have enabled DHCP with appropriate scope, for that VLAN.
Once the new AP has joined the cluster, it might reboot to match the firmware version of the cluster, then you can configure the AP to have the static IP address.
finally you have to reboot the new AP to ensure it is using the static IP address.
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Original Message:
Sent: Oct 12, 2025 09:04 PM
From: yeowkm
Subject: Replacing faulty AP303
what is its on static ip?
means i need to console to the AP first ?
Original Message:
Sent: Oct 10, 2025 05:48 AM
From: GorazdKikelj
Subject: Replacing faulty AP303
Just connect it to the same VLAN with other APs and everything will be done automatically. When you see it in GUI, , just rename it to correct name and this is it.
Assuming you are using DHCP addresses and not static addresses.
Best, Gorazd
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Gorazd Kikelj
MVP Guru 2025
Original Message:
Sent: Oct 10, 2025 03:58 AM
From: yeowkm
Subject: Replacing faulty AP303
i have one office with 12 Aruba AP303 running on virtual controller from one of the AP.
i have just RMA one faulty device, how do i configure the replacement ?
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