Cisco Catalyst 9120AX Series Access Points

Cisco Catalyst 9120AX Series 802.11AX Access Points (C9120AXI-S) - Local Warranty

Cisco Catalyst 9120AX Series Access Point – High-Performance Wi-Fi 6 Connectivity

The Cisco Catalyst 9120AX Series Access Point (C9120AXI-S) is an advanced Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access point designed to deliver fast, reliable, and secure wireless connectivity for enterprise networks. With 4x4:4 MIMO technology, it supports four spatial streams, providing faster speeds, higher capacity, and improved coverage. The internal antenna design ensures clean and professional installations, making it suitable for corporate offices, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and other high-density environments. This access point enables superior connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications like video conferencing, cloud-based applications, and collaboration tools.

C9120AXI-S Wi-Fi 6 Access Point – Enhanced Speed, Efficiency, and Capacity

The C9120AXI-S Wi-Fi 6 Access Point is built with 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) technology, offering significant improvements in speed, efficiency, and capacity over previous Wi-Fi standards. With support for OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access) and MU-MIMO (Multi-User MIMO), this access point can manage multiple simultaneous connections, enabling efficient data transmission for multiple devices. This is critical in environments with a high density of connected devices, such as smart offices, schools, and large corporate environments. The backward compatibility with Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) devices ensures that legacy hardware can still connect seamlessly.

802.11AX Indoor Wireless Access Point – Compact, Discreet, and Easy to Deploy

The Cisco Catalyst 9120AXI-S is an indoor access point with a sleek, compact design that blends into any indoor environment. Its internal antenna eliminates the need for external antenna components, maintaining a clean, professional look in modern office spaces, classrooms, and healthcare facilities. Its compact form factor allows for easy mounting on ceilings or walls, making it easy to integrate with existing infrastructure. This access point offers the flexibility, performance, and design required to meet the demands of modern enterprise wireless networks.

4x4:4 MIMO with Internal Antenna – Superior Wireless Performance and Coverage

The 4x4:4 MIMO technology in the C9120AXI-S access point supports four spatial streams, ensuring faster speeds, better coverage, and higher network capacity. With beamforming technology, it directs wireless signals directly to connected devices, enhancing connectivity, especially in dense network environments. The MU-MIMO capability allows multiple users to connect and communicate simultaneously, ensuring uninterrupted data transmission. These features make it ideal for environments with high network traffic, supporting applications like HD video streaming, video conferencing, and cloud-based collaboration.

Technical Specifications 

General
Model: Catalyst 9120AXI
Part Number: C9120AXI-S
Product Name: Cisco Catalyst 9120AX Series 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 Access Point
Manufacturer: Cisco Systems
Product Type: Enterprise Indoor Wireless Access Point
Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Wi-Fi Certification: Wi-Fi 6 Certified
Radio Architecture: Dual-Band Concurrent 4x4:4 MU-MIMO
Antenna Type: Internal Antenna
Deployment Type: Indoor Enterprise WLAN
Management Options: Cisco Catalyst 9800 Controllers, Cisco Catalyst Center, Cisco DNA Center, Embedded Wireless Controller
Target Environment: Enterprise, Education, Healthcare, Hospitality, Retail, Government
Regulatory Domain: S Domain
Warranty: Cisco Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty
Series Release: Catalyst 9100 Series Wi-Fi 6 Access Point Family

Wireless Specifications
Wi-Fi Standard: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Backward Compatibility: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2
Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Radio Configuration: Dual-Band Concurrent
Spatial Streams: 4x4:4 MU-MIMO
Maximum Aggregate Throughput: Up to 5.38 Gbps
2.4 GHz Data Rate: Up to 1.148 Gbps
5 GHz Data Rate: Up to 4.8 Gbps
Channel Width Support: 20 MHz, 40 MHz, 80 MHz, 160 MHz
Modulation: Up to 1024-QAM
OFDMA: Supported
MU-MIMO: Supported
Uplink OFDMA: Supported
Downlink OFDMA: Supported
Target Wake Time (TWT): Supported
BSS Coloring: Supported
Beamforming: Supported
Band Steering: Supported
Load Balancing: Supported
Dual 5 GHz Radio Support: Supported via Flexible Radio Assignment (FRA)

Cisco RF Technologies
Cisco RF ASIC: Integrated
Cisco CleanAir Pro: Supported
Cisco ClientLink Technology: Supported
Flexible Radio Assignment (FRA): Supported
Radio Resource Management (RRM): Supported
Dynamic Channel Assignment: Supported
Transmit Power Control: Supported
Optimized Roaming: Supported
Advanced RF Detection: Supported
Spectrum Intelligence: Supported
Intelligent Capture: Supported

Antenna Specifications
Antenna Type: Internal Integrated Antennas
Antenna Configuration: 4x4 Internal Antenna Array
Beamforming Technology: Supported
Coverage Optimization: Supported
High-Density Wireless Design: Supported
Enterprise RF Performance: Supported

Security Features
WPA2-Personal: Supported
WPA2-Enterprise: Supported
WPA3-Personal: Supported
WPA3-Enterprise: Supported
Enhanced Open (OWE): Supported
802.1X Authentication: Supported
RADIUS Authentication: Supported
MAC Authentication: Supported
Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE): Supported
Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA): Supported
Secure Boot: Supported
Trustworthy Solutions Framework: Supported
SD-Access Integration: Supported

Network Features
IPv4 Support: Supported
IPv6 Support: Supported
VLAN Support: Supported
Dynamic VLAN Assignment: Supported
Guest Access: Supported
Captive Portal: Supported
Application Visibility and Control (AVC): Supported
Quality of Service (QoS): Supported
Fast Secure Roaming: Supported
Client Load Balancing: Supported
Multicast Optimization: Supported
Mesh Networking: Supported

IoT & Smart Building Features
Bluetooth 5 Low Energy (BLE): Integrated
IoT Radio: Integrated
Location Analytics: Supported
Asset Tracking: Supported
Cisco Spaces Integration: Supported
Telemetry Services: Supported
Beacon Services: Supported
Container Support for Applications: Supported

Wired Connectivity
Network Ports:
• 1 x Multigigabit Ethernet Port

Ethernet Standards:
• 100/1000 Mbps
• 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
• 5 Gigabit Ethernet

USB Port: 1 x USB 2.0
Console Access: Supported
Smart Antenna Connector: Supported

Power Specifications
Power Input: IEEE 802.3at PoE+
Enhanced Features Power: IEEE 802.3bt UPOE Recommended
External Power Adapter: Optional
Maximum Power Consumption: Approximately 25W–31W (Feature Dependent)
Energy Efficient Operation: Supported

Management & Monitoring
Cisco Catalyst 9800 Controller Support: Supported
Cisco Catalyst Center Support: Supported
Cisco DNA Center Support: Supported
Embedded Wireless Controller (EWC): Supported
Web-Based Management: Supported
SNMP Monitoring: Supported
Centralized Policy Management: Supported
AI-Driven Network Analytics: Supported
Firmware Management: Supported
Remote Diagnostics: Supported
Real-Time Telemetry: Supported
Network Assurance: Supported

Voice & Collaboration Optimization
Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM): Supported
Voice Prioritization: Supported
Video Prioritization: Supported
Microsoft Teams Optimization: Supported
Cisco Webex Optimization: Supported
Zoom Optimization: Supported
Fast Roaming for Voice Devices: Supported
Low Latency Communications: Supported

Design & Construction
Color: White
Form Factor: Indoor Access Point
Mounting Type: Ceiling Mount, Wall Mount, T-Bar Mount
Enclosure Material: Enterprise-Grade Polycarbonate
Deployment Location: Indoor Use Only
Enterprise-Class Design: Supported

Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature: -30°C to 70°C
Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% Non-Condensing

Physical Specifications
Dimensions: 216 mm x 216 mm x 43 mm
Weight: Approximately 1.3 kg
Color: White
Mounting Options: Ceiling, Wall, T-Bar Mount

Package Contents
Cisco Catalyst 9120AXI Access Point
Mounting Hardware
Installation Guide
Regulatory Documentation

Key Features
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Certified Access Point
Dual-Band 4x4:4 MU-MIMO Architecture
Up to 5.38 Gbps Aggregate Throughput
Cisco RF ASIC Technology
Cisco CleanAir Pro Interference Mitigation
Cisco ClientLink Technology
Flexible Radio Assignment (FRA)
Dual 5 GHz Radio Capability
Multigigabit Ethernet Connectivity
Integrated Bluetooth 5 BLE Radio
Embedded Wireless Controller Support
WPA3 Enterprise Security
SD-Access Ready Architecture
Cisco Spaces Integration

Performance & Features
Designed for medium to high-density enterprise wireless deployments
Provides advanced RF intelligence through Cisco RF ASIC and CleanAir Pro technologies
Supports Wi-Fi 6 enhancements including OFDMA, MU-MIMO, BSS Coloring, and Target Wake Time for improved efficiency and capacity
Enables dual 5 GHz operation using Flexible Radio Assignment for increased throughput in dense environments
Optimized for cloud applications, video conferencing, unified communications, and business-critical workloads
Supports location-based services, asset tracking, IoT integration, and smart building initiatives
Offers enterprise-grade security, analytics, and centralized management through Cisco Catalyst and DNA platforms
Built for large-scale campus, enterprise, and mission-critical wireless environments

Typical Use Cases
Corporate Headquarters
Enterprise Offices
Universities and Schools
Healthcare Facilities
Hotels and Resorts
Retail Stores
Government Agencies
Manufacturing Facilities
Large Meeting Rooms
Lecture Theatres
Microsoft Teams Deployments
Cisco Webex Deployments
Zoom Rooms Connectivity
Smart Building Infrastructure
Campus-Wide Wireless Networks
High-Density Enterprise WLAN Deployments
Mission-Critical Wireless Infrastructure Projects