Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9117AX Access Point, denoted as C9117AXI-D, represents a pinnacle in wireless networking technology, designed to meet the diverse connectivity needs of modern organizations. Equipped with internal antennas, this access point ensures discreet deployment while delivering robust Wi-Fi 6 capabilities. Featuring an impressive 8x8:8 MIMO configuration, it maximizes spectral efficiency and network capacity, making it ideal for high-density environments with demanding connectivity requirements. Tailored for the D domain, it complies with regional regulatory standards, facilitating seamless integration into networks within the designated region. With advanced security features and Cisco's renowned reliability, the Catalyst 9117AXI-D guarantees a secure and seamless wireless experience for users and devices alike. Whether deployed in office buildings, campuses, or public venues, the Catalyst 9117AXI-D Access Point sets the standard for next-generation wireless connectivity, empowering organizations to stay connected and productive in today's dynamic digital landscape.
Specification
C9117AXI-D Specification
C9117AXI-D Specification | |
Description | Cisco Catalyst 9117AX Access Point, Internal antenna; Wi-Fi 6; 8x8:8 MIMO, D Domain |
Software | â—  Cisco Unified Wireless Network Software Release 8.9 or later â—  Cisco IOS ® XE Software Release 16.11 or later |
Supported wireless LAN controllers | â—Â Â Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controllers â—Â Â Cisco 3500, 5520, and 8540 Series Wireless Controllers, and Cisco Virtual Wireless Controller |
802.11n version 2.0 (and related) capabilities | â—Â Â 8x8 MIMO with four spatial streams for 5-GHz band â—Â Â 4x4 MIMO with four spatial streams for 2.4-GHz band â—Â Â Maximal Ratio Combining (MRC) â—Â Â 20- and 40-MHz channels â—Â Â PHY data rates up to 600 Mbps (40 MHz with 5 GHz) â—Â Â Packet aggregation: A-MPDU (transmit and receive), A-MSDU (transmit and receive) â—Â Â Cyclic Shift Diversity (CSD) support |
802.11ac | â—Â Â 8x8 downlink MU-MIMO with eight spatial streams â—Â Â MRC â—Â Â 802.11ac beamforming â—Â Â 20-, 40-, 80, and 160-MHz channels â—Â Â PHY data rates up to 3.5 Gbps at 5 GHz â—Â Â Packet aggregation: A-MPDU (transmit and receive), A-MSDU (transmit and receive) â—Â Â CSD support |
802.11ax | â—Â Â 8x8 MIMO with eight spatial streams for 5-GHz band â—Â Â 4x4 MIMO with four spatial streams for 2.4-GHz band â—Â Â Downlink OFDMA â—Â Â TWT â—Â Â MRC â—Â Â 802.11ax beamforming â—Â Â 20-, 40-, 80, and 160-MHz channels â—Â Â PHY data rates up to 5 Gbps at 5 GHz â—Â Â Packet aggregation: A-MPDU (transmit and receive), A-MSDU (transmit and receive) â—Â Â CSD support |
Integrated antenna | â—Â Â 2.4 GHz, peak gain 4 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional in azimuth â—Â Â 5 GHz, peak gain 6 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional in azimuth |
Interfaces | â—  1x 100, 1000, 2500, 5000 Multigigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) – IEEE 802.3bz â—  Management console port (RJ-45) â—  USB 2.0 with up to 3.75W (enabled via future software) |
Indicators | â—Â Â Status LED indicates boot loader status, association status, operating status, boot loader warnings, and boot loader errors |
Dimensions (W x L x H) | â—  Access point (without mounting bracket and mounting features): 8.70 x 8.70 x 1.94 in. (22 x 22 x 4.93 cm) â—  Access point (without mounting bracket): 8.70 x 8.70 x 2.19 in. (22 x 22 x 5.56 cm) |
Weight | â—Â Â 3.02 lb (1.4 kg) |
Input power requirements | â—  802.3at Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), 802.3bt Cisco Universal PoE (Cisco UPOE+, Cisco UPOE ®) â—  Cisco power injector, AIR-PWRINJ6= â—  802.3af PoE â—  Cisco power injector, AIR-PWRINJ5= (Note: This injector supports only 802.3af) Note: When 802.3af PoE is the source of power, both 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radios will be reduced to 2x2 and Ethernet downgraded to 2.5 Gbps; in addition, the USB port will be off. |
Environmental | â—  Nonoperating (storage) temperature: -22° to 158°F (-30° to 70°C) â—  Nonoperating (storage) altitude test: 25ËšC, 15,000 ft. â—  Operating temperature: 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C) â—  Operating humidity: 10% to 90% (noncondensing) â—  Operating altitude test: 40ËšC, 9843 ft. |
System memory | â—Â Â 2048 MB DRAM â—Â Â 1024 MB flash |
DFS | â—Â Â 802.11 dynamic frequency selection (DFS) |
Warranty | Limited lifetime hardware warranty |
Available transmit power settings | 2.4 GHz â—Â Â 23 dBm (200 mW) â—Â Â 20 dBm (100 mW) â—Â Â 17 dBm (50 mW) â—Â Â 14 dBm (25 mW) â—Â Â 11 dBm (12.5 mW) â—Â Â 8 dBm (6.25 mW) â—Â Â 5 dBm (3.13 mW) â—Â Â 2 dBm (1.56 mW) â—Â Â -1 dBm (0.78 mW) â—Â Â -4 dBm (0.4 mW) â—Â Â -6 dBm (0.25 mW) 5 GHz â—Â Â 26 dBm (400 mW) â—Â Â 23 dBm (200 mW) â—Â Â 20 dBm (100 mW) â—Â Â 17 dBm (50 mW) â—Â Â 14 dBm (25 mW) â—Â Â 11 dBm (12.5 mW) â—Â Â 8 dBm (6.25 mW) â—Â Â 5 dBm (3.13 mW) â—Â Â 2 dBm (1.56 mW) â—Â Â -1 dBm (0.78 mW) â—Â Â -4 dBm (0.4 mW) |
Frequency band and 20-MHz operating channels | D (D regulatory domain): â— 2.412 to 2.462 GHz; 11 channels |