United States$5,000,000+
Inventory Delivered By
L
Lucas Bradley
4
AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 provided steady autonomous wireless performance for our branch office.
AIR-AP1042N-S-K9
Original Stock
Ready to Ship
802.11a/g/n Fixed Auto AP; Int Ant; S Reg Domain
FEATURED DEAL
Name:
AIR-AP1042N-S-K9
- Description:
- 802.11a/g/n Fixed Auto AP; Int Ant; S Reg Domain
- Rating:
Added to cart 28 times recently
- Availability:
In stock - Ready to Ship
- Brand:
- Cisco
- GTIN:
- 662748567377
- Condition:
- Warranty:
- 3
- List Price:
$795.00
- Price:
$420.0047.2% off
Quantity:
1
Business price:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Shipping:
Payment:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Need Additional Discount on Product?
Request a quote below - Get Exclusive Pricing and Support.
Shipping:
Payment:
TRUSTED, TRIED, PROVEN
Officially Accredited
& Verified By
Next-Gen IT
Solutions Powered By
AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 Overview
AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 is a high-performance wireless access point engineered for indoor environments, delivering dual-band connectivity over 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands using the 802.11n Wi-Fi standard. It is designed to provide reliable data throughput of up to 300Mbps, making it ideal for mid-sized enterprises that demand robust wireless networking in large offices, educational campuses, and hospitality venues.
Built with flexible deployment in mind, the AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 supports both ceiling and wall mounting options and integrates seamlessly with enterprise management systems through on-premises and SNMP management features. With its internal omnidirectional antenna design, secure wireless protocols (WEP, WPA, WPA2), and Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability, this access point stands out as an excellent choice for delivering dependable wireless connectivity in a variety of indoor settings.
AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 price is $420.00, a 47.2% saving from the Cisco list price of $795.00. AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
Request bulk order quote for AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 for additional pricing. Browse the full Cisco 1040 Access Point series or explore all Cisco products.
AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 Specifications
- Weight
- N/A
- Height
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Memory
- N/A
- Wi-Fi Standard
- 802.11n
- Product Type
- Wireless Product
- Wireless Type
- Access Point
- Max Range
- N/A
- Coverage Area
- N/A
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Antenna Gain
- N/A
- Power Supply
- PoE
- Ethernet Port
- 1x Gigabit
- Max Number of Devices Supported
- N/A
- Processor
- N/A
- Frequency Bands
- 2.4GHz / 5GHz
- Compliance
- FCC / CE / RoHS
- Mounting Options
- Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount
- Mesh Networking
- No
- Outdoor Use
- No
- Antenna Type
- Internal Omnidirectional
- Management Features
- On-Premises / SNMP
- Data Rate
- 300Mbps
- MIMO Technology
- SU-MIMO
- Protocols Supported
- 802.11a/b/g/n
- Beamforming
- No
- Security Features
- WEP / WPA / WPA2
- Product Name
- AIR-AP1042N-S-K9
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 |  AIR-LAP1042-CK9-10 |  AIR-AP1041N-E-K9 |  AIR-LAP1042-RK9-10 |  AIR-AP1042-NK9-5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Wireless Product | Wireless Product | Wireless Access Point | Wireless Product | Wireless Product |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point |
| Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11n | Wi-Fi 6 | 802.11n | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Data Rate | 300Mbps | 2.5Gbps | 300Mbps | 2.5Gbps | 2.5Gbps |
| Max Range | N/A | 150 meters | N/A | 100 meters | 100 meters |
| Coverage Area | N/A | 2000 square feet | N/A | 1500 square feet | 2000 square feet |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Antenna Type | Internal Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
| Antenna Gain | N/A | 5dBi | N/A | 8dBi | 5dBi |
| MIMO Technology | SU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | SU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO |
| Beamforming | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount |
| Power Supply | PoE | PoE | PoE | PoE | PoE |
| Mesh Networking | No | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit | N/A | 2x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit |
| Max Number of Devices Supported | N/A | 256 | N/A | 150 | 200 |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11a/b/g/n | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11n, Ethernet | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax / Ethernet |
| Management Features | On-Premises / SNMP | Cloud Management / On-Premises / SNMP | On-Premises, SNMP | Cloud Management | Cloud Management / SNMP |
| Security Features | WEP / WPA / WPA2 | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X | WPA2, 802.1X | WPA3 / WPA2 / 802.1X | WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X |
| Compliance | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS |
| Processor | N/A | 1.2GHz Quad-Core | N/A | Quad-Core 1.2GHz | Dual-core 1.2GHz |
| Memory | N/A | 2GB | N/A | 1GB | 1GB |
| Outdoor Use | No | No | No | No | No |
| Product Name | AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 | AIR-LAP1042-CK9-10 Access Point | AIR-AP1041N-E-K9 | AIR-LAP1042-RK9-10 High Performance Access Point | AIR-AP1042-NK9-5 High Performance Access Point |
| Height | N/A | 4 inches | N/A | 2 inches | 2 inches |
| Width | N/A | 9 inches | N/A | 9 inches | 9 inches |
| Depth | N/A | 9 inches | N/A | 9 inches | 9 inches |
| Weight | N/A | 1.2 lbs | N/A | 3 lbs | 1.5 lbs |
| Wi‑Fi Standard |
Reviews & Ratings
A
Ava Sinclair
5
Reliable standalone AP with consistent signal strength and throughput.
H
Henry Collins
5
Straightforward configuration and dependable business WiFi connectivity.
C
Charlotte Reeves
4
Professional 802.11n access point with stable indoor coverage.
M
Mason Turner
5
Consistent uptime and predictable wireless performance.
A
Amelia Grant
5
Solid autonomous deployment with reliable daily operation.
S
Samuel Donovan
5
Great value Cisco AP offering dependable standalone WLAN functionality.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 access point?
The Cisco AIR-AP1042N-S-K9 is a fixed 802.11a/g/n indoor access point with internal antennas, designed for scalable enterprise Wi-Fi deployments in the South-Regulatory domain.
Which wireless standards does the AIR-AP1042N support?
This access point supports IEEE 802.11a, 802.11g and 802.11n standards for dual-band operation at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.
What is the maximum data throughput of the AIR-AP1042N?
It delivers up to 300 Mbps in 802.11n mode and 54 Mbps in legacy 802.11a/g modes per radio.
Does the AIR-AP1042N use internal or external antennas?
The AIR-AP1042N features built-in omnidirectional antennas optimized for medium-density indoor coverage.
What power options are available for this access point?
The AIR-AP1042N supports Power over Ethernet (802.3af) and an optional local AC power adapter.
Which Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers are compatible?
It is compatible with Cisco 2500, 5500, 7500 Series and Cisco Virtual Wireless Controllers running AireOS 7.0 or later.
Can I deploy the AIR-AP1042N as a standalone unit?
Yes, it can operate in autonomous mode or lightweight mode under a compatible Cisco Wireless LAN Controller.
What security features are supported?
It provides WPA2/WPA3 encryption, 802.1X authentication, rogue AP containment and Secure Shell (SSH) management.
How is the AIR-AP1042N configured and managed?
You can configure it via the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller GUI, CLI or Cisco Prime Infrastructure for centralized management.
Where is this access point best deployed?
The AIR-AP1042N is ideal for offices, classrooms and retail environments requiring medium-density enterprise Wi-Fi.
What mounting options are supported?
It ships with ceiling-tile and wall-mount brackets for flexible indoor installation.
Which regulatory domain does ‘S’ refer to?
‘S’ denotes the South-Regulatory domain, complying with regional transmit power and channel restrictions.
What is the typical power consumption?
Under full load, the AIR-AP1042N consumes approximately 7 watts in idle and up to 12 watts peak.
Does the AIR-AP1042N include a warranty?
Yes, it includes a Cisco 1-year limited hardware replacement warranty with optional extended-services upgrades.
Can I upgrade to newer Wi-Fi standards on this model?
No, the AIR-AP1042N is fixed-function for 802.11a/g/n; upgrading to Wi-Fi 5 or 6 requires a newer platform.