C9120AXE-A - Cisco Catalyst 9120 WiFi 6 Access Point
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Cisco Catalyst 9120AX Series C9120AXE-A
Overview
C9120AXE-A Overview
Cisco C9120AXE-A, 100,1000,2500 Mbit/s, 2.4/5 GHz, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.3,..., Multi User MIMO, AES, WPA2, WPA3, Grey
The Cisco® Catalyst® 9120 Series Access Points are the next generation of enterprise access points. They are resilient, secure, and intelligent. Wi-Fi 6; 4x4:4 MIMO, A Domain.
Quick Specs
Product Code | C9120AXE-A |
Description | Cisco Catalyst 9120AXE Series, A Domain |
Software | • Cisco Unified Wireless Network Software Release 8.9.x or later • Cisco IOS® XE Software Release 16.11 with AP Device Pack, 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 |
Dimensions (WxLxH) | 8.5 x 8.05x 2.0" (21.6 x 21.6 x 5.1 cm) |
System memory | • 2048 MB DRAM • 1024 MB flash |
Frequency band and 20-MHz operating channels | A (A regulatory domain): • 2.412 to 2.462 GHz; 11 channels • 5.180 to 5.320 GHz; 8 channels • 5.500 to 5.700 GHz; 8 channels(excludes 5.600 to 5.640 GHz) • 5.745 to 5.825 GHz; 5 channels |
Product Details
Cisco AP 9120 Series provides these features:
• Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
• Cisco RF ASIC
• Uplink/downlink OFDMA
• MU-MIMO technology
• BSS coloring
• Target wake time
• Intelligent Capture
• Flexible Radio Assignment
• Dual 5-GHz radio support
• Smart antenna connector
• Cisco Mobility Express
• Multigigabit Ethernet support
• Bluetooth 5
• Container support for applications
• 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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C9120AXE-E | Cisco Catalyst 9120AXE Access Point, internal antennas; Wi-Fi 6; 4x4:4 MIMO, E Domain |
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C9120AXE-H | Cisco Catalyst 9120AXE Access Point, internal antennas; Wi-Fi 6; 4x4:4 MIMO, H Domain |
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Catalyst 9120E Access Point: Indoor, challenging environments, with external antennas, regulatory domain A
- 2.4 GHz
- 5 GHz
- IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at
- AES, WPA2, WPA3
- Power over Ethernet (PoE)
- External
Summary Description
Cisco C9120AXE-A, 100,1000,2500 Mbit/s, 2.4/5 GHz, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.3,..., Multi User MIMO, AES, WPA2, WPA3, Grey
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Specification
C9120AXE-A Specification
C9120AXE-A Specification | |
Description | Cisco Catalyst 9120AXE Series, A Domain |
Software | • Cisco Unified Wireless Network Software Release 8.9.x or later • Cisco IOS® XE Software Release 16.11 with AP Device Pack, 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 | Flexible radio (either on 2.4GHz or on 5GHz) • 2.4 GHz, peak gain 4 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional in azimuth • 5 GHz, peak gain 5 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional in azimuth Dedicated 5GHz radio • 5 GHz, peak gain 4 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional in azimuth |
External antenna (sold separately) | • Cisco Catalyst 9120E Access Points are certified for use with antenna gains up to 6 dBi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) • Cisco Catalyst 9120P Access Points) are certified for use with antenna gains up to 13 dBi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) with the AIR-ANT2513-P4M-N= antenna • Cisco offers the industry's broadest selection of antennas, delivering optimal coverage for a variety of deployment scenarios • Supports Self-Identifiable Antennas (SIA) on one RP-TNC port |
Smart Antenna Connector | • Available on the 9120E and on the 9120P only • Compact multi RF connector with DART interface • Requires the AIR-CAB002-DART-R= 2 ft smart antenna connector when used with antennas with RP-TNC connector • Required when running the flexible radio as either a second 5-GHz serving radio or a Wireless Security Monitoring radio |
Interfaces | • 1x 100, 1000, 2500 Multigigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)–IEEE 802.3bz • Management console port (RJ-45) • USB 2.0 @ 3.75W (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): C9120I: 8.5 x 8.5 x 1.7" (21.6 x 21.6 x 4.3 cm), C9120E and C9120P: 8.5 x 8.05x 2.0" (21.6 x 21.6 x 5.1 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) |
Environmental | Cisco Catalyst 9120AXI • 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; however, the USB interface will remain enabled Cisco Catalyst 9120AXE and 9120AXP • 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 |
Warranty | Limited lifetime hardware warranty |
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 • 26 dBm (400 mW) • 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) |
Frequency band and 20-MHz operating channels | A (A regulatory domain): • 2.412 to 2.462 GHz; 11 channels • 5.180 to 5.320 GHz; 8 channels • 5.500 to 5.700 GHz; 8 channels(excludes 5.600 to 5.640 GHz) • 5.745 to 5.825 GHz; 5 channels |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary difference between the Cisco C9120AXE-A and the C9120AXI model? +
The C9120AXE-A is designed for deployments requiring external antennas, indicated by the 'E' in the product SKU. This allows IT teams to attach specific high-gain or directional antennas to optimize RF coverage in challenging environments like high-ceiling warehouses or areas with heavy metallic interference, whereas the 'I' model features integrated internal antennas for standard ceiling-mount office deployments.
Does the C9120AXE-A support Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standards? +
Yes, this access point is fully compliant with the 802.11ax standard. It leverages OFDMA and MU-MIMO technologies to provide higher capacity and efficiency in high-density environments. By utilizing both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands, the C9120AXE-A ensures reliable performance for modern enterprise networks that require handling numerous simultaneous client connections without degrading user experience.
How does the C9120AXE-A integrate with Cisco DNA Center? +
This access point is engineered to work seamlessly with Cisco DNA Center for software-defined automation and assurance. By integrating with the platform, administrators gain deep visibility into network health, automated policy provisioning, and advanced AI-driven analytics. This centralized management simplifies the orchestration of complex wireless environments and improves overall troubleshooting capabilities across your distributed enterprise infrastructure.
What are the power requirements for the Cisco C9120AXE-A? +
The C9120AXE-A is designed to be powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE). To achieve full functionality, including the operation of all radio chains and USB ports, it is recommended to use 802.3at (PoE+) power sources. If powered by standard 802.3af PoE, the device may operate in a restricted power mode, which could limit certain high-performance features or radio configuration options.
Can the C9120AXE-A be managed without a physical hardware controller? +
Yes, this model supports Cisco’s Mobility Express solution, allowing the AP to function as a controller-less system suitable for small to medium-sized deployments. Alternatively, it can be managed via Cisco’s cloud-based Meraki dashboard or a physical Catalyst 9800 series wireless controller, providing flexibility in how you scale your management architecture as your enterprise network requirements grow and evolve over time.
What kind of security features are included in the C9120AXE-A? +
The C9120AXE-A includes robust enterprise-grade security, supporting WPA3, the latest standard in wireless encryption. It also features Cisco CleanAir technology, which detects and mitigates interference from non-Wi-Fi sources, and integration with Cisco TrustSec for identity-based security policies. These features ensure that your wireless traffic remains segmented and protected against unauthorized access while maintaining high network visibility and compliance.
What is the maximum data rate supported by this access point? +
The C9120AXE-A utilizes 4x4 MU-MIMO technology to deliver an aggregate throughput capability that significantly improves upon previous Wi-Fi 5 standards. While actual performance depends on client capabilities and channel width, the theoretical peak data rates supported by the 802.11ax radios provide the high-speed connectivity necessary for bandwidth-intensive applications like high-definition video streaming and collaborative cloud tools.
Is the C9120AXE-A backward compatible with older Wi-Fi clients? +
Absolutely. This access point is fully backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac clients. While older devices will not benefit from the advanced efficiency features of the Wi-Fi 6 protocol, they will connect to the C9120AXE-A without issue. This ensures a seamless transition period when upgrading your wireless infrastructure, allowing you to maintain connectivity for legacy hardware while gradually modernizing your client endpoint fleet.
How can I get a bulk quote for the C9120AXE-A from BuyRouterSwitch.com? +
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