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What is the Cisco Catalyst 9100 WiFi 6 Access Point?
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The Cisco Catalyst 9100 is a WiFi 6 (802.11ax) access point series delivering high-performance, secure, and scalable wireless connectivity for enterprise and campus environments.
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Which WiFi 6 features does the Catalyst 9100 support?
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The Catalyst 9100 supports OFDMA, MU-MIMO, 1024-QAM, Target Wake Time and BSS Coloring to improve throughput, capacity, and battery life in dense environments.
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What throughput can I expect from the Catalyst 9100 Access Point?
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The Catalyst 9100 delivers up to 5.4 Gbps aggregate data rate (dual-radio), with up to 2.4 Gbps on 5 GHz and 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.
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How does the Catalyst 9100 handle high-density user environments?
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With OFDMA, MU-MIMO and Cisco’s Radio Resource Management, the Catalyst 9100 optimizes channel utilization and client distribution to support hundreds of simultaneous users.
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What deployment modes are available for the Catalyst 9100?
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You can deploy Catalyst 9100 access points in Cisco DNA Center-managed mode, Mobility Express standalone mode, or controller-based mode for flexible network architectures.
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How is the Catalyst 9100 powered?
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The Catalyst 9100 supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+ and Cisco Universal PoE for simplified installation and optimal power delivery.
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What security features are built into the Catalyst 9100?
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It offers WPA3, Secure Boot, MACsec encryption, Cisco Encrypted Traffic Analytics, and built-in threat detection to safeguard your wireless network.
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How is the Catalyst 9100 managed and monitored?
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Manage the Catalyst 9100 with Cisco DNA Center for policy-based automation, Analytics, Assurance and real-time performance insights.
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Is the Catalyst 9100 backward compatible with older WiFi standards?
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Yes, it supports legacy 802.11a/b/g/n/ac clients for seamless integration in mixed-protocol environments.
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What is the client capacity of the Catalyst 9100?
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Each Catalyst 9100 access point can support up to 200 active clients per radio, ensuring robust performance in medium to high-density scenarios.
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Does the Catalyst 9100 support IoT and Bluetooth services?
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Yes, integrated BLE and Zigbee radios enable location services, asset tracking, and IoT device connectivity without external gateways.
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How do I upgrade the firmware on a Catalyst 9100 Access Point?
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Use Cisco DNA Center or the Cisco CLI to perform automated, zero-touch firmware upgrades and ensure your AP runs the latest stable image.
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What antennas are available for the Catalyst 9100 series?
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Choose from internal omni antennas, external directional and omnidirectional antennas to optimize coverage and capacity for your deployment.
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Can the Catalyst 9100 be used outdoors?
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The Catalyst 9105 and 9120 models offer IP67-rated enclosures for rugged outdoor and industrial deployments.
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What licensing is required for full Catalyst 9100 functionality?
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A Cisco DNA Essentials or Advantage license is required for advanced features like automation, assurance, analytics, and software-defined access.
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How does Catalyst 9100 support seamless roaming?
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With 802.11k/r/v protocols and Cisco’s ClientLink technology, the Catalyst 9100 ensures fast, low-latency handoffs for real-time applications.
