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What is the Cisco 4800 Access Point?
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The Cisco 4800 Access Point is a high-performance Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) device optimized for enterprise and large-campus deployments, delivering enhanced capacity, coverage, and security.
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Which wireless standards does the Cisco 4800 support?
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The Cisco 4800 supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard as well as legacy 802.11ac Wave 2, 802.11n, 802.11a/b/g for seamless compatibility.
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What maximum data rates can the Cisco 4800 deliver?
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The Cisco 4800 delivers up to 5.38 Gbps aggregate throughput—2.4 Gbps on the 5 GHz band and 600 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band.
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How many spatial streams does the Cisco 4800 support?
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The Cisco 4800 supports 4x4 MU-MIMO on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, enabling simultaneous data delivery to multiple clients.
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Does the Cisco 4800 require Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
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Yes. The Cisco 4800 requires 802.3at PoE+ for full functionality and supports 802.3bt (Type 3) for advanced features.
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What mounting options are available for the Cisco 4800?
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You can mount the Cisco 4800 on a standard T-bar ceiling grid, hard ceiling, or wall using the included universal mounting bracket.
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Can the Cisco 4800 operate in mesh mode?
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Yes. Cisco Unified Wireless Network software enables flexible mesh deployments without physical Ethernet connections to every AP.
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How is the Cisco 4800 managed?
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Manage the Cisco 4800 via Cisco DNA Center or a Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) for centralized provisioning, monitoring, and automation.
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Does the Cisco 4800 integrate with Cisco DNA Center?
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Yes. Full integration with Cisco DNA Center enables intent-based networking, AI-driven analytics, and automated policy enforcement.
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What security features are built into the Cisco 4800?
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The Cisco 4800 includes WPA3, Secure Boot, MACsec encryption, rogue AP detection, and Cisco CleanAir® for advanced RF threat mitigation.
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How many clients can a Cisco 4800 support?
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Each Cisco 4800 AP can concurrently serve up to 400+ clients, depending on traffic profiles and environmental factors.
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What is the typical coverage range of the Cisco 4800?
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Under typical enterprise conditions, the Cisco 4800 delivers reliable coverage up to 50 meters indoors and 100 meters line-of-sight outdoors.
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How do I upgrade the firmware on the Cisco 4800?
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Use Cisco Prime Infrastructure, WLC GUI, or Cisco DNA Center to schedule and push OS image upgrades with zero touch provisioning.
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What is the operating temperature range of the Cisco 4800?
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The Cisco 4800 operates reliably from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) in indoor enterprise environments.
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What differentiates the Cisco 4800 from the Cisco 3800 Access Point?
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Compared to the 3800, the 4800 adds full Wi-Fi 6 support, higher throughput, improved client density handling, and enhanced security features.
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Is the Cisco 4800 backward compatible with earlier Cisco controllers?
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Yes. The Cisco 4800 is backward compatible with Cisco 3504, 5520, 8540 WLCs and earlier Unified AP platforms with proper software versions.
