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What is the Cisco Business 200 Series Access Point?
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The Cisco Business 200 Series Access Point is a dual-band, Wave 2 wireless solution designed for small and medium businesses seeking high-performance Wi-Fi with enterprise-grade features.
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Which wireless standards does the Cisco Business 200 Series support?
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The Cisco Business 200 Series supports IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 and is backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n, delivering combined data rates up to 1.2 Gbps.
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How many clients can a Cisco Business 200 Series Access Point handle?
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Each Cisco Business 200 Series Access Point can support up to 200 concurrent clients, leveraging MU-MIMO technology to optimize throughput and reduce latency.
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What are the power options for the Cisco Business 200 Series?
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The Cisco Business 200 Series can be powered via 802.3at Power over Ethernet (PoE+) or an optional 12V DC power adapter for flexible deployment.
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How is the Cisco Business 200 Series Access Point managed?
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You can manage the Cisco Business 200 Series Access Point using the Cisco Business Mobile app, the web-based GUI, or the on-premises Cisco Business 250 W Switch with built-in controller.
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What security features are included in the Cisco Business 200 Series?
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The Cisco Business 200 Series includes WPA3 encryption, rogue AP detection, guest access controls, and integrated client isolation for enhanced network security.
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Can Cisco Business 200 Series Access Points be deployed in a mesh network?
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Yes. The Cisco Business 200 Series supports Cisco’s Simple Mesh technology, allowing up to five APs per cluster to extend wireless coverage without additional cabling.
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What deployment scenarios are ideal for the Cisco Business 200 Series?
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The Cisco Business 200 Series is ideal for retail stores, offices, restaurants, and small hotels that require reliable, high-speed Wi-Fi with advanced security and easy management.
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What is the maximum wireless coverage of a Cisco Business 200 Series AP?
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Under optimal conditions, a Cisco Business 200 Series Access Point can cover up to 3,000 square feet of indoor space, depending on building materials and RF environment.
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How do I update the firmware on a Cisco Business 200 Series Access Point?
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Firmware updates can be performed via the Cisco Business Mobile app, the web GUI, or the on-premises switch controller by uploading the new firmware file and following the upgrade wizard.
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Is PoE injector included with the Cisco Business 200 Series?
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No. The Cisco Business 200 Series does not include a PoE injector. You must provide an 802.3at PoE+ switch or purchase a compatible PoE injector separately.
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What warranty and support options are available?
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Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty and 90-day software updates for the Business 200 Series, with optional Cisco SMARTnet support for extended coverage and rapid replacement.
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How many SSIDs can I configure on a Cisco Business 200 Series AP?
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You can configure up to eight SSIDs per radio, for a total of 16 SSIDs across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, each with customizable security and VLAN tagging.
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Does the Cisco Business 200 Series support guest networking?
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Yes. The Cisco Business 200 Series features a built-in guest access portal that allows you to create captive portals, customize login pages, and enforce bandwidth limits.
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What throughputs can I expect from the Cisco Business 200 Series?
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The Cisco Business 200 Series delivers up to 866 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and 300 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band, with aggregate throughput up to 1.2 Gbps under ideal conditions.
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Which models are available in the Cisco Business 200 Series?
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The Cisco Business 200 Series includes the CBW140AC for indoor use and CBW154AC for outdoor use, both sharing identical performance and management features.
