Cisco Catalyst 9115AXI-E Wireless Access Point Wi-Fi 6

Cisco Catalyst 9115AXI-E is a Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) wireless access point designed to meet the needs of modern, high-density environments.

With support for advanced features like OFDMA, TWT, and BSS Coloring, it delivers excellent performance, reduced latency, and efficient spectrum use.

This access point offers 4×4 MU-MIMO and beamforming technology, providing a highly scalable and robust wireless solution for enterprises looking to upgrade their network infrastructure.

With speeds up to 5.38 Gbps and a variety of antenna options, it ensures optimal coverage and connectivity across different deployment scenarios.

Specifications

• Wi-Fi Standards: 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), 802.11ac (Wave 2), 802.11n
• MIMO Configuration: 4×4 downlink MU-MIMO with four spatial streams
• Data Rates:
  • Up to 890 Mbps (5 GHz, 40 MHz)
  • Up to 3.47 Gbps (5 GHz, 160 MHz)
  • Up to 5.38 Gbps (5 GHz, 160 MHz with 802.11ax)
• Channels: 20, 40, 80, 160 MHz channels supported
• Antenna Configuration:
  • 2.4 GHz: Peak gain of 3 dBi, internal omnidirectional antenna
  • 5 GHz: Peak gain of 4 dBi, internal omnidirectional antenna
• Ethernet Ports:
  • 1 x 100/1000/2500 Multigigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) – IEEE 802.3bz
  • Management console port (RJ-45)
  • USB 2.0 (future software enabled)
• Power Requirements:
  • PoE+ (802.3at) or Cisco Universal PoE (UPOE) or 802.3af PoE
  • Cisco Power Injector: AIR-PWRINJ6= for PoE+
  • Power consumption may be limited when using 802.3af PoE.
• Dimensions:
  • 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)
• Indicators: LED indicators for status, boot loader, and errors

Features

• Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Technology: The Catalyst 9115AXI-E supports Wi-Fi 6 with enhanced features like OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access), TWT (Target Wake Time), and BSS Coloring, ensuring efficient spectrum usage, better performance in high-density environments, and lower latency.
• Enhanced Performance with MU-MIMO: The access point is equipped with 4×4 MU-MIMO and beamforming technology, delivering high-speed wireless performance with multiple devices simultaneously connected. This technology ensures superior reliability and high throughput.
• Increased Capacity and Speed: With up to 5.38 Gbps of combined throughput and support for 160 MHz channels on 5 GHz, the C9115AXI-E is perfect for environments with high-bandwidth applications such as streaming, cloud computing, and more.
• Multigigabit Ethernet: The 100/1000/2500 Multigigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) port allows the access point to handle higher traffic, providing faster uplink speeds to meet the demands of modern networked environments.
• Seamless Integration with Cisco Controllers: The Catalyst 9115AXI-E is compatible with Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controllers, as well as Cisco 3500, 5520, 8540 Series Wireless Controllers, and the Cisco Virtual Wireless Controller, ensuring easy deployment and management.
• Flexible Power Options: The device can be powered by PoE+ (802.3at), Cisco UPOE, or 802.3af PoE, offering flexible installation options depending on power availability.
• Advanced Antenna Technology: With both internal omnidirectional antennas and the ability to connect external antennas (sold separately), the 9115AXI-E delivers reliable coverage across various environments.

Common FAQs

• What is the maximum speed of the Cisco Catalyst 9115AXI-E?
  • The maximum speed supported by the 9115AXI-E is up to 5.38 Gbps using 160 MHz channels on the 5 GHz band with 802.11ax.
• Does the Cisco Catalyst 9115AXI-E support Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)?
  • Yes, the C9115AXI-E supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), offering enhanced features like OFDMA, TWT, and BSS Coloring for better performance and capacity in high-density areas.
• Can the Cisco Catalyst 9115AXI-E be used with older Cisco wireless controllers?
  • Yes, the 9115AXI-E is compatible with Cisco 3500 Series, 5520 Series, 8540 Series Wireless Controllers, as well as Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series controllers and Cisco Virtual Wireless Controller.
• What are the power requirements for the Cisco Catalyst 9115AXI-E?
  • The 9115AXI-E supports PoE+ (802.3at), Cisco UPOE, and 802.3af PoE, with the PoE+ option providing the best performance. Note that when using 802.3af PoE, the device’s Ethernet will downgrade to 1 Gbps, and the USB port will be disabled.
• What antennas are supported by the Cisco Catalyst 9115AXI-E?
  • The 9115AXI-E comes with internal antennas (3 dBi for 2.4 GHz and 4 dBi for 5 GHz), and it supports external antennas with up to 6 dBi gain for both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands (sold separately).
• What is the role of OFDMA and TWT in Wi-Fi 6?
  • OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access) allows more efficient data transmission across multiple devices, while TWT (Target Wake Time) helps optimize power usage by scheduling when devices communicate, leading to improved battery life for clients.
• What Ethernet ports does the Cisco Catalyst 9115AXI-E feature?
  • The 9115AXI-E features a 100/1000/2500 Multigigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) port, ensuring fast data transmission, along with a management console port and a USB 2.0 port (future software enabled).