Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9120AX Series, as exemplified by the C9120AXI-F model, epitomizes cutting-edge wireless networking technology, engineered to meet the dynamic demands of modern digital environments. Built upon Wi-Fi 6 technology, this series delivers unparalleled speed, capacity, and efficiency to support the myriad of devices and applications pervasive in today's networks. With its sleek and modern design, the C9120AXI-F seamlessly integrates into any workspace or environment. Advanced features such as intelligent RF optimization and self-healing mechanisms ensure optimal performance and reliability even in challenging wireless environments. Moreover, the series prioritizes security with robust encryption protocols and threat detection mechanisms, safeguarding sensitive data and network integrity. Whether deployed in enterprises, educational institutions, or public venues, the Cisco Catalyst 9120AX Series sets the standard for high-performance wireless networking, empowering organizations to stay connected and productive in the digital age.
Specification
C9120AXI-F Specification
C9120AXI-F Specification |
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Description |
Cisco Catalyst 9120AXI Series, F 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 |
F (F regulatory domain): • 2.412 to 2.472 GHz; 13 channels • 5.250 to 5.350 GHz; 4 channels • 5.725 to 5.825 GHz; 4 channels |