Product Type | Access Point |
Model | C9120AXE-B |
Environment | Indoor |
Form Factor | Ceiling or wall mountable |
RAM | 2 GB |
Storage Capacity | 1 GB |
Weight | 1.1 kg |
Power Requirements | 802.3at PoE+ |
Power Consumption (Typical) | 23.2 W |
Power Consumption (Maximum) | 25.5 W |
Limited Warranty | Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty |
Cisco Catalyst 9120AXE-B Wi-Fi 6 Access Point, 2.5Gbps MU-MIMO

Key Benefits

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- Built on advanced Wi-Fi 6 with MU-MIMO and OFDMA, ensuring high-efficiency wireless coverage in dense environments.
- Supports multigigabit Ethernet connectivity, enabling future-proof network scalability without bottlenecks.
- Backed by Cisco's limited lifetime hardware warranty and TAA compliance, making it suitable for enterprise and government use.
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9120AXE-B is a next-generation Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) enterprise indoor access point offering enhanced wireless efficiency through 4x4 MU-MIMO and OFDMA technologies across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. It features multigigabit Ethernet support with 100/1000/2500 Mbps RJ-45 interfaces, along with a USB 2.0 and management console port. Its integrated RF ASIC enables intelligent radio frequency analytics. Built with 2 GB RAM and 1 GB of storage, it is designed for resilient enterprise environments and comes with TAA compliance and a limited lifetime hardware warranty.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
MIMO Configuration | 4x4 MU-MIMO |
Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
OFDMA Support | Yes, uplink and downlink |
Antenna Type | External Antennas (not included) |
Maximum Data Rate (2.4 GHz) | 574 Mbps |
Maximum Data Rate (5 GHz) | 4.8 Gbps |
Total Maximum Throughput | 5.38 Gbps |
Number of Spatial Streams | 4 |
Max Clients Per Radio | 200+ |
Beamforming | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL 60950-1, UL 62368-1, IEC 62368-1, FCC Part 15B/Class B, ICES-003 Class B, CE Marking |
Regulatory Compliance | RoHS, WEEE |
Advanced Security Features
RF ASIC | Dedicated hardware for RF analytics and scanning |
Wireless Security | WPA3, WPA2, WPA |
Secure Boot and Image Signing | Yes |
Rogue Access Point Detection | Yes |
Encrypted Traffic Analytics | Yes |
Identity PSK | Yes |
Interfaces
Uplink Interface | 1 x Multigigabit Ethernet (RJ-45), 100/1000/2500 Mbps |
USB Port | 1 x USB 2.0 |
Console Port | 1 x RJ-45 console port |
Data Transfer Rate | 2.5 Gbps |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 8.5 in (216 mm) |
Depth | 8.05 in (204.5 mm) |
Height | 2 in (50.8 mm) |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C) |
Operating Humidity (Non-condensing) | 10% to 90% |
Storage Temperature | -22°F to 158°F (-30°C to 70°C) |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 93% non-condensing |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco DNA Center or Embedded Wireless Controller (EWC) |
Licensing Model | Cisco DNA Subscription License Required |
Cloud Managed | Yes (via Cisco DNA Center) |
Embedded Controller | Yes, Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller on Access Point |