| Product Type | Access Point |
| Model | C9120AXE |
| Environment | Indoor |
| Form Factor | Ceiling mountable or wall mountable |
| Max Power Consumption | 25.5 Watt |
| Power Options | IEEE 802.3af/at/bt PoE |
| RAM / Total Installed Size | 2048 MB |
| Flash Memory | 1024 MB |
| Service & Support Type | Limited lifetime hardware warranty |
Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller on Catalyst 9120AX Access Point

Key Benefits
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- Reduces infrastructure complexity with integrated wireless controller—ideal for streamlined enterprise deployments
- Supports high-density environments with dual-band 4x4 MIMO and Wi-Fi 6 for faster, more reliable connections
- Backed by Cisco’s limited lifetime warranty for long-term hardware assurance and lower total cost of ownership
Product Overview
The Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller on Catalyst 9120AX Access Point (Model C9120AXE) is a high-performance indoor wireless solution designed for enterprise environments. Supporting Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and legacy standards, it delivers exceptional throughput and capacity with dual-band operation (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) and 4x4 MIMO antennas, reaching speeds up to 2.5 Gbps. With embedded wireless controller capabilities, this access point simplifies deployment and management. It features Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth support, 2048 MB DRAM, and 1024 MB flash memory. Complying with IEEE 802.3at/bt/af and TAA standards, and consuming just 25.5W, it's ideal for education, healthcare, or enterprise use. Comes backed by a limited lifetime hardware warranty.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
| MIMO Type | 4x4 MU-MIMO |
| Radio Count | Dual |
| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Antennas | Detachable external antennas (E version) |
| Antenna Type | External |
| Max Number of Clients | 200+ clients per access point |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| TAA Compliance | Yes |
| Certifications | UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, ICES-003, FCC Part 15B, RoHS |
Advanced Security Features
| Security Features | WPA3, WPA2, WPA, 802.1X authentication |
| Secure Boot | Yes |
| Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA) | Yes |
| Wireless Rogue AP Detection | Yes |
| Policy Enforcement | Yes, via Embedded Controller |
Interfaces
| Networking Type | Ethernet |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Data Transfer Rate | 2.5 Gbps |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Data Link Protocol (Wireless) | Wi-Fi |
| Data Link Protocol (Bluetooth) | Bluetooth |
| Networking Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3bt |
| Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Networking / Ports Qty | 3 |
| Uplink Interface | 1 x Multigigabit (2.5G) Ethernet (RJ45) |
| Console Port | 1 x Micro USB, 1 x RJ-45 |
Physical & Environmental
| Width | 8.5 Inch |
| Depth | 8.05 Inch |
| Height | 2.0 Inch |
| Weight | 2.1 lb (0.95 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Management Interface | Embedded Wireless Controller (on device) |
| Controller Management | Web UI, CLI |
| Cloud Support | Cisco DNA Center optional integration |
| Licensing Model | Smart Licensing |