Cisco Catalyst C9115AXI: Wi‑Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (5.38 Gbps)

The Cisco Catalyst C9115AXI Dual Band 802.11ax Indoor Access Point is engineered for modern enterprises that demand uncompromising wireless performance, strong security, and scalable management. Built to handle dense device environments—from bustling corporate campuses to classrooms, hotels, and healthcare facilities—the C9115AXI delivers high-throughput Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) capabilities with efficient spectrum utilization. It combines robust RF performance with Cisco’s trusted security framework and centralized management to simplify deployment, monitoring, and ongoing optimization. This AP is designed to grow with your organization, enabling seamless policy-based control, intelligent RF optimization, and reliable client experiences across dozens or thousands of devices. In short, it’s purpose-built to accelerate digital initiatives while maintaining the reliability and security organizations rely on.

• Wi‑Fi 6 technology for high-density environments: Harness OFDMA, MU‑MIMO, and improved sleep modes to deliver higher real-world speeds, lower latency, and better efficiency when dozens or hundreds of devices are connected simultaneously.
• Dual-band operation with 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz support: Optimizes client connections across legacy and modern devices, enabling agile load balancing and reduced interference in crowded spaces.
• Enterprise-grade security and policy control: Includes robust encryption (WPA2/WPA3), 802.1X authentication, secure boot, and integration with Cisco security and network access controls for consistent protection across the network.
• Seamless management and scalability: Designed for Cisco DNA Center and compatible management platforms, enabling zero-touch provisioning, automated roaming policies, centralized analytics, and effortless firmware updates for large-scale deployments.
• Indoor deployment with flexible power and mounting options: Built for ceiling and wall installations in offices, campuses, hospitality, and healthcare settings; supports PoE+ powering for simple, centralized installations and reliability.

Technical Details of Cisco Catalyst C9115AXI

• Model: Cisco Catalyst C9115AXI
• Wireless Standard: 802.11ax (Wi‑Fi 6)
• Bands: Dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
• Maximum Data Rate: Up to 5.38 Gbps aggregate throughput
• Antenna/MIMO: Supports advanced MU‑MIMO with efficient OFDMA channelization
• Security: WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X, secure boot, and Cisco security integrations
• Management: Compatible with Cisco DNA Center for zero-touch provisioning, policy-based management, and analytics
• Deployment: Indoor access point suitable for ceiling/wall mounting
• Power: PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at) powered for flexible installation

how to install Cisco Catalyst C9115AXI

• Plan the deployment in a location that provides strong PoE+ connectivity and minimal RF interference, ensuring adequate coverage for the target area and predictable roaming paths for clients.
• Mount the AP securely on a ceiling or wall using the included mounting kit, following the installation guidelines for optimal RF performance and cable routing.
• Connect the AP to a PoE+ capable network switch or injector, ensuring power and data are supplied via 802.3at compliant equipment.
• Power up the device and verify LEDs indicate normal operation. Use Cisco DNA Center or your preferred Cisco-compatible management platform to adopt the AP into the network.
• Configure SSIDs, security settings (WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X where required), RF policies, channel width, and guest access. Apply appropriate policies for seamless roaming, QoS, and network access control, then monitor performance and adjust RF optimization as needed.

Frequently asked questions

Q: What is the primary benefit of Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) in this access point?

A: Wi‑Fi 6 delivers higher throughput, better efficiency in dense environments, and lower latency through technologies like OFDMA and MU‑MIMO, allowing more devices to connect with faster, more stable performance in crowded spaces.

Q: How is the C9115AXI managed within a larger Cisco network?

A: The C9115AXI integrates with Cisco DNA Center for zero-touch provisioning, policy-based management, and real-time analytics. This enables scalable orchestration from dozens to thousands of APs with consistent security and performance controls.

Q: Is this access point suitable for indoor deployment?

A: Yes. The C9115AXI is specifically designed for indoor environments, including offices, classrooms, hotels, healthcare facilities, and other indoor spaces where high-density wireless coverage is required.

Q: What security features are included?

A: It includes enterprise-grade security features such as WPA2/WPA3 encryption, 802.1X authentication, secure boot, and integration with Cisco security policies to help protect against evolving threats.

Q: What power options does it support?

A: The access point supports Power over Ethernet (PoE+), enabling a streamlined installation with a single network cable for both power and data. This simplifies cabling and reduces the need for separate power supplies.