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What wireless standards are supported by the Cisco Aironet 2800 Series Access Points?
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The Cisco Aironet 2800 Series supports dual-band IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 with 4x4:4 MU-MIMO on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, backward-compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n, delivering up to 5.2 Gbps aggregate data rate.
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What is the maximum data throughput of a Cisco Aironet 2800 Series access point?
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Each Aironet 2800 AP delivers up to 5.2 Gbps aggregate throughput (approximately 4.8 Gbps on 5 GHz and 400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz) to support high-density applications.
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How does MU-MIMO enhance performance on the Aironet 2800 Series?
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MU-MIMO simultaneously transmits multiple spatial streams to different clients, increasing spectral efficiency and delivering higher aggregate throughput in crowded environments.
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What Power over Ethernet (PoE) options are available for the 2800 Series?
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The 2800 Series supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+ (up to 30 W) and Cisco Universal PoE (up to 60 W), enabling flexible deployment without external power injectors.
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Which network management platforms are compatible with the Aironet 2800 Series?
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Manage the 2800 Series via Cisco Catalyst Wireless Controllers (8.x+), Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, or run standalone with Cisco Mobility Express for controller-less operation.
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How many simultaneous clients can a 2800 Series AP support?
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A single 2800 Series AP can handle up to 200 active clients per radio (400 total), with dynamic client load balancing for optimal performance.
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Does the 2800 Series support controller-less deployment with Cisco Mobility Express?
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Yes. Cisco Mobility Express enables full wireless feature sets directly on the AP, eliminating the need for a separate controller in small to medium-sized networks.
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What integrated security features are included with the Aironet 2800 Series?
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Built-in security features include Cisco CleanAir spectrum intelligence, Flexible Radio Assignment, rogue AP detection, client profiling, and support for 802.1X, WPA3, and TrustSec segmentation.
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Can I use Cisco DNA Center with the 2800 Series Access Points?
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Yes. The 2800 Series integrates with Cisco DNA Center to deliver policy-based automation, assurance analytics, segmentation and network insights under DNA Essentials or Advantage licenses.
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What are typical deployment scenarios for the 2800 Series Access Points?
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The 2800 Series excels in high-density venues such as auditoriums, lecture halls, enterprise offices, and retail environments requiring scalable performance, advanced security, and IoT integration.
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How does Flexible Radio Assignment optimize wireless capacity on the 2800 Series?
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Flexible Radio Assignment dynamically shifts one of the AP’s radios between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz based on RF conditions, ensuring balanced capacity and optimal coverage.
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What is the coverage range of a Cisco Aironet 2800 Series Access Point?
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Under typical indoor conditions, a 2800 Series AP provides coverage up to 2,000 sq ft; actual range varies by building materials, antenna choice and RF environment.
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What are the power consumption specifications for the 2800 Series?
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The 2800 Series consumes 16.5 W under 802.3af, up to 30 W with 802.3at PoE+, and supports optional internal/external power supplies for high-power features.
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What licensing is required to unlock advanced features on the 2800 Series?
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Advanced automation, assurance and segmentation are unlocked with Cisco DNA Essentials or Advantage subscriptions; AireOS feature sets follow the Wireless LAN Controller AP-count licensing model.
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Is Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) integrated into the 2800 Series Access Points?
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Yes. An integrated BLE radio enables location-based services, proximity marketing and IoT connectivity without additional hardware.
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What warranty and support options are available for the 2800 Series?
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The 2800 Series ships with a limited lifetime hardware warranty and 90-day Cisco TAC support; optional Cisco SMARTnet and Cisco DNA Support contracts extend technical assistance and software updates.
