Cisco Catalyst C9115E 802.11ax 5.38 Gbit/s Wireless Access Point

The Cisco Catalyst C9115E 802.11ax 5.38 Gbit/s Wireless Access Point is engineered for organizations that demand unparalleled wireless performance, reliability, and scalability. Built on Wi‑Fi 6 technology, this access point delivers higher throughput, improved efficiency in dense environments, and smarter power management to support modern workloads—from video conferencing and cloud apps to IoT sensors and mobile collaboration. The C9115E integrates seamlessly into Cisco’s Catalyst portfolio, providing centralized security, policy-based management, and a future‑proof platform that grows with your network. Whether you’re modernizing a campus, upgrading a corporate office, or extending coverage to multi‑floor facilities, this AP brings enterprise-grade reliability, simple deployment, and robust protection to keep your users seamlessly connected.

• High-density Wi‑Fi 6 performance: The C9115E uses IEEE 802.11ax with OFDMA and MU‑MIMO to optimize airtime, reduce latency, and deliver fluid experiences for hundreds of concurrent devices in classrooms, airports, offices, and other busy spaces.
• Up to 5.38 Gbps of aggregate throughput: Real‑world speeds that empower bandwidth‑hungry apps such as enterprise video, real‑time collaboration, large file transfers, and streaming, ensuring smooth user experiences even during peak loads.
• Enterprise-grade security and policy controls: Built-in protections, WPA3 encryption, and integration with Cisco security services to safeguard user data and enforce consistent access policies across the wireless network.
• Integrated management through Cisco DNA Center: Centralized configuration, telemetry, and policy orchestration for scalable, policy-driven administration across the Catalyst wireless fleet.
• Flexible deployment with PoE+ and Catalyst compatibility: Power via PoE+ simplifies cabling and placement; the C9115E works within existing Catalyst infrastructures to deliver a cohesive, scalable network.

Technical Details of Cisco Catalyst C9115E 802.11ax 5.38 Gbit/s Wireless Access Point

• Wireless standard: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi‑Fi 6) designed to improve efficiency, capacity, and performance in dense environments, enabling better user experiences in classrooms, offices, hotels, and large venues.
• Aggregate throughput: Up to 5.38 Gbps combined across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, delivering ample headroom for today’s multimedia and cloud workloads.
• Radio configuration: Dual‑band operation with support for multiple spatial streams to optimize coverage and capacity for diverse client devices.
• Security features: Enterprise-grade protections including WPA3, robust encryption, and compatibility with Cisco security services to safeguard data-in-transit and enforce network access policies.
• Management integration: Designed to work with Cisco DNA Center and Catalyst management tools for policy‑driven provisioning, centralized monitoring, and scalable administration across large deployments.
• Power and deployment: PoE+ capable to simplify installation by eliminating separate power wiring; flexible mounting options for ceiling, wall, or other strategic placements.
• Deployment versatility: Ideal for campus, branch, office, healthcare, and hospitality environments where reliable wireless performance and easy scale are essential.

How to install Cisco Catalyst C9115E

• Plan placement to balance coverage and interference: Use site surveys and design considerations to position the AP for optimal signal strength and minimal channel overlap in high‑density areas.
• Mount securely using the included hardware: Install the C9115E on ceilings or walls as appropriate for your space, ensuring a stable enclosure that allows proper airflow and heat dissipation.
• Connect to power and network: Use PoE+ from a compatible switch or injector to power the unit while connecting it to your wired network for backhaul and management access.
• Adopt the AP in your management platform: Integrate with Cisco DNA Center or the supported wireless controller to adopt the device, apply network policies, configure SSIDs, security settings, and quality of service rules.
• Verify performance and adjust settings: Confirm client associations, bandwidth allocation, and channel assignments; fine‑tune transmit power, MIMO configuration, and coverage maps to optimize user experience.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: Is the Cisco Catalyst C9115E compatible with existing Cisco infrastructure?

  A: Yes. The C9115E is designed to integrate with Cisco Catalyst networks and can be managed through Cisco DNA Center or compatible controllers for centralized policy, monitoring, and scalability across a large wireless footprint.

• Q: What wireless standard does it support?

  A: It supports IEEE 802.11ax, commonly known as Wi‑Fi 6, which provides higher efficiency, better capacity in dense environments, and improved performance for modern devices and applications.

• Q: What is the maximum throughput?

  A: The access point offers up to 5.38 Gbps of aggregate throughput, enabling fast, reliable experiences for video, collaboration, and cloud services across connected devices.

• Q: How is power delivered to the device?

  A: The C9115E is designed for PoE+ deployment, allowing power and data to be delivered over a single Ethernet connection, simplifying installation and reducing cabling.