Here is the content regarding the , organized by status, specific version details, and upgrade requirements. Quick Summary Status: End of Life (EOL) / End of Support (EOS) 2021 Firmware Version: 8.5.x.x or 8.6.x.x (Recommended minimum for security patches) Current Recommendation: Do not install 2021 firmware today; upgrade to 8.10.x.x (the final supported release for this hardware). 1. Firmware Situation in 2021 During 2021, the Aruba IAP-205 (an 802.11ac Wave 1 access point) was in the "End of Support" transition phase. While Aruba had stopped selling the unit, they were still releasing critical security patches for the 8.5.x and early 8.6.x software branches. James Darren 1967 Allrar Best Status Through Films