C9115AXE-K - Cisco Catalyst 9115 Access Point
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C9115AXE-K Overview
Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Access Point, External antenna; Wi-Fi 6; 4x4:4 MIMO, K Domain C9115AXE-K
Overview
C9115AXE-K Overview
Cisco 9115, 2500 Mbit/s, IEEE 802.11ac, Multi User MIMO
Cisco® Catalyst® 9115 Series Wi-Fi 6 Access Points are the next generation of enterprise access points. They are resilient, secure, and intelligent. C9115AXE-K is the Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Access Point, External antenna; Wi-Fi 6; 4x4:4 MIMO, K Domain.
Product Details
Cisco AP 9115 series provides these features:
- 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
- Uplink/downlink OFDMA
- MU‑MIMO technology
- BSS coloring
- Target wake time
- Cisco Mobility Express
- Multigigabit Ethernet support
- Bluetooth 5.0
- Apple Features
Supported Platforms
Supported wireless LAN controllers and Software | Recommended Model |
Cisco 3500 Series Wireless Controllers | |
Cisco 5520 Series Wireless Controllers | |
Cisco 8540 Series Wireless Controllers | |
Cisco 9800 series Wireless Controllers | |
Cisco Virtual Wireless Controller | / |
Cisco Unified Wireless Network Software Release 8.9 or later | / |
Cisco IOS ® XE Software Release 16.11 or later | / |
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4x4 downlink MU-MIMO, 802.11ac, 1x 100, 1000, 2500 Multigigabit Ethernet (RJ-45), USB 2.0, regulatory domain K
- Wi-Fi 6 certifiable
- Three radios: 2.4 GHz (4x4), 5 GHz (4x4), and BLE
- OFDMA and MU-MIMO
- Multigigabit support
- Internal or external antenna
- Available with optional embedded wireless controller
- 2.4 GHz
- 5 GHz
- IEEE 802.11ac
Summary Description
Cisco 9115, 2500 Mbit/s, IEEE 802.11ac, Multi User MIMO
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Specification
C9115AXE-K Specification
C9115AXE-K Specification | |
Description | Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Access Point, External antenna; Wi-Fi 6; 4x4:4 MIMO, K Domain |
Software | ● Cisco Unified Wireless Network Software Release 8.9 or later ● Cisco IOS ® XE Software Release 16.11 or later |
Supported wireless LAN controllers | ● Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controllers ● Cisco 3500, 5520, and 8540 Series Wireless Controllers and Cisco Virtual Wireless Controller |
802.11n version 2.0 (and related) capabilities | ● 4x4 MIMO with four spatial streams ● Maximal Ratio Combining (MRC) ● 802.11n and 802.11a/g beamforming ● 20- and 40-MHz channels ● PHY data rates up to 890 Mbps (40 MHz with 5 GHz and 20 MHz with 2.4 GHz) ● Packet aggregation: A-MPDU (transmit and receive), A-MSDU (transmit and receive) ● 802.11 Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) ● Cyclic Shift Diversity (CSD) support |
802.11ac | ● 4x4 downlink MU-MIMO with four spatial streams ● MRC ● 802.11ac beamforming ● 20-, 40-, 80-, and 160-MHz channels ● PHY data rates up to 3.47 Gbps (160 MHz with 5 GHz) ● Packet aggregation: A-MPDU (transmit and receive), A-MSDU (transmit and receive) ● 802.11 DFS ● CSD support |
802.11ax | ● 4x4 downlink MU-MIMO with four spatial streams ● Uplink/downlink OFDMA ● TWT ● BSS coloring ● MRC ● 802.11ax beamforming ● 20-, 40-, 80-, and 160-MHz channels ● PHY data rates up to 5.38 Gbps (160 MHz with 5 GHz and 20 MHz with 2.4 GHz) ● Packet aggregation: A-MPDU (transmit and receive), A-MSDU (transmit and receive) ● 802.11 DFS ● CSD support |
Integrated antenna | ● 2.4 GHz, peak gain 3 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional in azimuth ● 5 GHz, peak gain 4 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional in azimuth |
External antenna (sold separately) | ● Cisco Catalyst 9115AXE Access Points are certified for use with antenna gains up to 6 dBi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) ● Cisco offers the industry's broadest selection of antennas, delivering optimal coverage for a variety of deployment scenarios |
Interfaces | ● 1x 100, 1000, 2500 Multigigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) – IEEE 802.3bz ● Management console port (RJ-45) ● USB 2.0 (enabled via future software) |
Indicators | ● Status LED indicates boot loader status, association status, operating status, boot loader warnings, and boot loader errors |
Dimensions (W x L x H) | ● Access point (without mounting brackets): C9115I: 8.0 x 8.0 x 1.5 in. (20.3 x 20.3 x 3.8 cm), C9115E: 8.0 x 8.0 x 1.7 in. (20.3 x 20.3 x 4.3 cm) |
Input power requirements | ● 802.3at Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), 802.3bt Cisco Universal PoE (Cisco UPOE+, Cisco UPOE ®) ● Cisco power injector, AIR-PWRINJ6= ● 802.3af PoE ● Cisco power injector, AIR-PWRINJ5= (Note: This injector supports only 802.3af) Note: When 802.3af PoE is the source of power, both 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radios will be reduced to 2x2 and Ethernet downgraded to 1 Gigabit Ethernet. In addition, the USB port will be off. |
Environmental | Cisco Catalyst 9115AXI ● Nonoperating (storage) temperature: -22° to 158°F (-30° to 70°C) ● Nonoperating (storage) altitude test: 25˚C, 15,000 ft. ● Operating temperature: 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C) ● Operating humidity: 10% to 90% (noncondensing) ● Operating altitude test: 40˚C, 9843 ft. Note: When the ambient operating temperature exceeds 40°C, the access point will shift from 4x4 to 2x2 on both the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radios, uplink Ethernet will downgrade to 1 Gigabit Ethernet, and the USB interface will be disabled. Cisco Catalyst 9115AXE ● Nonoperating (storage) temperature: -22° to 158°F (-30° to 70°C) ● Nonoperating (storage) altitude test: 25˚C, 15,000 ft. ● Operating temperature: -4° to 122°F (-20° to 50°C) ● Operating humidity: 10% to 90% (noncondensing) ● Operating altitude test: 40˚C, 9843 ft. |
System memory | ● 2048 MB DRAM ● 1024 MB flash |
Available transmit power settings | 2.4 GHz ● 23 dBm (200 mW) ● 20 dBm (100 mW) ● 17 dBm (50 mW) ● 14 dBm (25 mW) ● 11 dBm (12.5 mW) ● 8 dBm (6.25 mW) ● 5 dBm (3.13 mW) ● 2 dBm (1.56 mW) ● -1dBm (0.79mW) ● -4dBm (0.39mW) 5 GHz ● 23 dBm (200 mW) ● 20 dBm (100 mW) ● 17 dBm (50 mW) ● 14 dBm (25 mW) ● 11 dBm (12.5 mW) ● 8 dBm (6.25 mW) ● 5 dBm (3.13 mW) ● 2 dBm (1.56 mW) ● -1dBm (0.79mW) ● -4dBm (0.39mW) |
Frequency band and 20-MHz operating channels | K (K regulatory domain): ● 2.412 to 2.472 GHz; 13 channels |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary performance benefits of the Cisco C9115AXE-K Wi-Fi 6 technology? +
The C9115AXE-K leverages Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standards to deliver increased throughput and efficiency in high-density environments. By utilizing 4x4:4 MIMO, this access point handles multiple concurrent data streams, significantly reducing latency and boosting overall network capacity compared to previous 802.11ac wave 2 deployments. It is an ideal choice for modern enterprise environments requiring robust wireless performance.
Does the Cisco C9115AXE-K support internal or external antennas? +
This model is the 'E' variant, which signifies support for external antennas. This design provides maximum deployment flexibility, allowing IT administrators to mount the unit in challenging locations such as high ceilings or warehouses and attach specific high-gain or directional antennas to optimize signal coverage patterns based on your specific site requirements.
What regulatory domain is the C9115AXE-K configured for? +
The K regulatory domain identifier indicates that this specific unit is intended for use in countries governed by regional wireless regulatory bodies that align with the Cisco K domain specifications. It is critical to ensure that the regulatory domain matches your deployment region to maintain legal compliance with local radio frequency transmission standards.
What type of environment is best suited for the C9115AXE-K? +
The C9115AXE-K is engineered for indoor enterprise environments. Given its external antenna support, it excels in warehouses, large manufacturing floors, or high-ceiling lecture halls where radio frequency propagation requires granular control. Its robust hardware architecture ensures consistent connectivity for demanding user loads in campus or office settings.
How does the 4x4:4 MIMO configuration improve user connectivity? +
The 4x4:4 MIMO configuration means the access point utilizes four spatial streams for both transmitting and receiving data. This architecture enhances the signal-to-noise ratio and allows the access point to serve multiple client devices simultaneously without performance degradation. It ensures that bandwidth-heavy applications function smoothly even when many users are connected to the same radio.
Is the C9115AXE-K compatible with existing Cisco Catalyst wireless controllers? +
Yes, this access point is designed to integrate seamlessly with Cisco’s Catalyst 9800 Series wireless controllers. This integration enables advanced management features, centralized security policies, and automated RF management. Ensure your current controller firmware is updated to the appropriate version to support the Wi-Fi 6 capabilities of the Catalyst 9100 series.
What is the recommended power source for this access point? +
The C9115AXE-K is typically powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE) using an 802.3at-compliant switch port. Utilizing an 802.3at PoE+ source ensures that the access point receives sufficient wattage to operate all four spatial streams and internal processing capabilities at peak performance levels without requiring an additional dedicated power injector.
Does the C9115AXE-K support advanced security protocols? +
Cisco builds these units with enterprise-grade security at the forefront. The C9115AXE-K supports WPA3, the latest security standard for Wi-Fi, along with integrated rogue detection, air quality monitoring, and Cisco CleanAir technology. These features work together to secure your wireless infrastructure against modern threats and interference while maintaining high network availability.
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