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What is the Cisco 600 Access Point?
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The Cisco 600 Access Point is an enterprise-class Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) solution delivering high-performance, secure wireless connectivity for small to mid-sized venues.
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What are the key features of the Cisco 600 Access Point?
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Key features include dual-band Wi-Fi 6, OFDMA, MU-MIMO, WPA3 security, 802.3at PoE support, Cisco DNA Center integration and Intelligent Wireless Mesh.
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Which Wi-Fi standards does the Cisco 600 Access Point support?
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The Cisco 600 Access Point supports IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) along with backward compatibility for 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11a/b/g.
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What is the maximum data throughput of the Cisco 600 Access Point?
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It delivers aggregate speeds up to 2.4 Gbps on the 5 GHz radio and 574 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz radio for total throughput of nearly 3 Gbps.
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What security features does the Cisco 600 Access Point offer?
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Security features include WPA3 encryption, Secure Boot, Trust Anchor, Encrypted Traffic Analytics, rogue AP detection and integrated firewall policies.
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Does the Cisco 600 Access Point support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
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Yes, it supports IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) and is backward compatible with 802.3af for flexible deployment without external power adapters.
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How many clients can the Cisco 600 Access Point support?
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Each Cisco 600 Access Point can reliably serve up to 200 concurrent client devices, depending on traffic patterns and application mix.
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What coverage area does the Cisco 600 Access Point provide?
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In open environments, it covers up to 1,200 square feet (approximately a 12-15 meter radius), subject to building materials and placement.
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How is the Cisco 600 Access Point deployed and managed?
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It can be managed via on-premises Cisco Catalyst controllers, Cisco DNA Center for policy automation or cloud-based Meraki Dashboard for centralized control.
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What mounting options are available for the Cisco 600 Access Point?
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Supported mounts include T-bar ceiling, drywall ceiling, wall-mount brackets and desktop placement with included hardware kits.
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Is the Cisco 600 Access Point suitable for high-density environments?
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Yes, with OFDMA, MU-MIMO and Target Wake Time it optimizes spectrum efficiency and battery life in auditoriums, classrooms and open offices.
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Does the Cisco 600 Access Point support mesh networking?
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Yes, it supports Cisco Intelligent Wireless Mesh Technology (IWMesh) for flexible, cable-free backhaul and rapid site expansion.
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What licensing is required for the Cisco 600 Access Point?
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Basic operation requires no additional license when used with Catalyst controllers; advanced analytics and automation need Cisco DNA Essentials or Advantage subscriptions.
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How do I update the firmware on the Cisco 600 Access Point?
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Download the latest image from Cisco Software Download, then push updates via your controller, Cisco DNA Center or CLI using the archive download-sw command.
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What warranty and support options are available?
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Cisco 600 Access Points include a 1-year limited hardware warranty; optional Smart Net Total Care offers 24×7 support, advanced hardware replacement and software updates.
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What are common deployment use cases for the Cisco 600 Access Point?
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Ideal use cases include corporate offices, retail stores, classrooms, healthcare clinics and hospitality venues requiring secure, high-density Wi-Fi 6 coverage.
