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What is Cisco Business 100 Series Access Point?
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The Cisco Business 100 Series Access Point is a dual-band 802.11ac Wave 2 device designed for small businesses, delivering up to 1.2 Gbps aggregated throughput.
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What wireless standards does the Cisco Business 100 Series support?
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It supports IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2, 802.11n, 802.11a/b/g for backward compatibility across existing and newer devices.
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What are the maximum data rates for the Cisco Business 100 Series?
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It delivers up to 867 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and 300 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band, totaling 1.167 Gbps of aggregate bandwidth.
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How many simultaneous clients can the Cisco Business 100 Series handle?
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Each access point can efficiently support 30–50 active clients, depending on network traffic and application demands.
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Does the Cisco Business 100 Series support MU-MIMO?
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Yes, it features MU-MIMO with beamforming to serve multiple devices concurrently and improve overall network efficiency.
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Can the Cisco Business 100 Series be powered via PoE?
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Yes, it supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+ for flexible, low-cost deployments without the need for external power adapters.
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How many SSIDs can I configure on the Cisco Business 100 Series?
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You can configure up to four SSIDs per radio (eight SSIDs total) to segment traffic for employees, guests, and IoT devices.
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Does the Cisco Business 100 Series offer dual-band connectivity?
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Yes, it operates simultaneously on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands to maximize device compatibility and network performance.
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How do I set up and manage the Cisco Business 100 Series?
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Setup and management are done in minutes via the Cisco Business Mobile App or intuitive web UI, with step-by-step wizards.
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Does the Cisco Business 100 Series support guest network isolation?
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Yes, it includes built-in guest isolation to protect your primary network while providing secure internet access to visitors.
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What security features are available on the Cisco Business 100 Series?
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It supports WPA3, WPA2 Enterprise, MAC filtering, rogue AP detection, and secure onboarding to safeguard your wireless infrastructure.
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Can I use the Cisco Business Mobile App to configure the access point?
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Yes, the Cisco Business Mobile App enables one-touch provisioning, real-time monitoring, and remote firmware updates.
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Is the Cisco Business 100 Series suitable for small and medium businesses?
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Absolutely; it delivers enterprise-grade reliability, high performance, and simplified management tailored for SMB environments.
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What mounting options are available for the Cisco Business 100 Series?
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It includes ceiling, wall, and desktop mounting kits, offering versatile installation choices for office and open-plan layouts.
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Does the Cisco Business 100 Series support mesh networking?
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Yes, it supports Cisco’s mesh technology for seamless coverage extension without the need for additional cabling.
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What warranty does Cisco offer for the Business 100 Series?
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Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty with next-business-day replacement and free software updates for up to five years.
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What is the operating temperature range of the Cisco Business 100 Series?
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The operating temperature range is 0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F), suitable for typical office environments.