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AIR-AP1542I-E-K9
802.11ac W2 Value Outdoor AP, Internal Ant, E Reg Dom.
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AIR-AP1542I-E-K9 is a rugged wireless access point engineered for outdoor and industrial environments. This high-performance device supports dual-band connectivity operating on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands and adheres to the Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) standard, enabling robust data transfers with speeds up to 1Gbps. Its advanced features, including MU-MIMO and beamforming, boost the reliability and efficiency of connections in demanding settings.
Designed for flexible deployment, the AIR-AP1542I-E-K9 offers secure PoE power supply and versatile outdoor mounting options that make it ideal for smart city installations, large campus outdoor areas, and industrial wireless networks. With support for mesh networking and comprehensive security protocols like WPA2 and 802.1X, this access point meets the high-performance and scalability requirements of modern wireless infrastructures.
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Scenario: A municipality deploys AIR-AP1542I-E-K9-802.11ac W2 Value Outdoor AP with internal antennas across urban plazas and transit hubs to support high-definition video surveillance and public Internet access. Benefit: Delivers reliable, weather-proof 802.11ac coverage with enterprise-grade security, enabling real-time traffic monitoring, reduced network latency for video analytics, and seamless citizen connectivity under harsh environmental conditions.
Scenario: A seaside resort integrates AIR-AP1542I-E-K9-802.11ac W2 Value Outdoor AP with integrated antennas along boardwalks, pool areas and event lawns to support high-density guest Wi-Fi and mobile point-of-sale systems. Benefit: Provides scalable, high-throughput outdoor 802.11ac coverage with self-optimizing RF and advanced QoS, boosting guest satisfaction, maximizing revenue-generating transactions, and ensuring uninterrupted service in rain, wind or bright sun.
Scenario: A manufacturing plant deploys AIR-AP1542I-E-K9-802.11ac W2 Value Outdoor AP on production yards and logistics corridors to connect IoT sensors, RFID readers and mobile handheld scanners. Benefit: Offers ruggedized, regulatory-compliant outdoor Wi-Fi with Cisco CleanAir™ and Fast Roaming, ensuring secure, low-latency communication for real-time asset tracking, predictive maintenance alerts and minimized operational downtime.
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| AIR-AP1542I-E-K9 |  AIR-AP1542D-E-K9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Wireless Product | Wireless Access Point |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | Access Point |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave 2) |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz, 5GHz | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Data Rate | 1Gbps | 300 Mbps (2.4GHz) / 867 Mbps (5GHz) |
| Max Range | N/A | N/A |
| Coverage Area | N/A | N/A |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Antenna Type | Omnidirectional | Internal Omni-directional |
| Antenna Gain | N/A | N/A |
| MIMO Technology | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO |
| Beamforming | Yes | Yes |
| Mounting Options | Outdoor Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount / Pole Mount |
| Power Supply | PoE | PoE |
| Mesh Networking | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Port | 1x Gigabit | 1x Gigabit |
| Max Number of Devices Supported | N/A | N/A |
| Protocols Supported | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Management Features | On-Premises, SNMP | Cloud Management / On-Premises / SNMP |
| Security Features | WPA2, 802.1X | WPA2 |
| Compliance | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS |
| Processor | N/A | N/A |
| Memory | N/A | N/A |
| Outdoor Use | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | AIR-AP1542I-E-K9 | AIR-AP1542D-E-K9 |
| Height | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A |
| Wi‑Fi Standard |
Indoor 802.11ac AP delivers stable wireless coverage and reliable performance for enterprise environments.
Professional-grade, easy deployment with consistent connectivity.
Durable AP providing smooth network operation and minimal interference.
Efficient, reliable indoor access point for office networks.
Smooth wireless performance with stable throughput.
The Cisco AIR-AP1542I-E-K9 is an 802.11ac Wave 2 outdoor access point with internal antennas, engineered for European regulatory domain deployments.
Yes, it supports 802.11ac Wave 2 with multi-user MIMO (MU-MIMO) to boost throughput and handle more simultaneous clients.
It delivers up to 867 Mbps on 5 GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, providing a total aggregate throughput of 1.2 Gbps.
This AP features 2×2 MIMO with two spatial streams and supports up to two MU-MIMO client streams for parallel data transmission.
It operates concurrently on dual bands: 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g/n) and 5 GHz (802.11a/n/ac).
Typical outdoor coverage reaches up to 150 meters, depending on mounting height and environmental conditions.
Yes, it ships with dual-band internal omnidirectional antennas optimized for reliable outdoor coverage.
It supports 802.3at PoE+ power input, eliminating the need for a separate external power adapter.
It operates in temperatures from –40 °C to +65 °C with up to 95% non-condensing humidity.
Yes, its IP67-rated enclosure ensures full protection against dust ingress and immersion in water up to 1 meter.
This model is certified for the European (E) regulatory domain, fully compliant with ETSI standards.
It includes pole, wall, and chimney mounting kits for flexible outdoor deployment.
It can be managed via Cisco Wireless LAN Controller, Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series, or Cisco DNA Center.
Yes, it supports autonomous mode (Mobility Express) and lightweight mode under an embedded or external controller.
It offers WPA3, 802.1X authentication, MAC filtering, rogue AP detection, and Secure Boot.
Cisco provides a limited lifetime warranty plus optional Smart Net Total Care for 24/7 support and hardware replacement.