

The Cisco® Catalyst® 9120 Series Access Points are the next generation of enterprise access points. They are resilient, secure, and intelligent.
We are more dependent on our wireless networks than ever before. Additional devices connect to the network every year and the Cisco Catalyst 9120 Series Access Points will provide a seamless experience anywhere for everyone. Going beyond the Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard, the Catalyst 9120 provides integrated security, resiliency and operational flexibility as well as increased network intelligence.
Extending Cisco's intent-based network and perfect for networks of all sizes, the Catalyst 9120 scales to the growing demands of IoT while fully supporting the latest innovations and new technologies. Not only that, but the Catalyst 9120 is the leaders in performance, security and analytics.
The Catalyst 9120 Series Access Points, paired with Cisco DNA, are enterprise-class products that will address your current and future needs. These access points are the first step in updating your network and are able to take better advantage of all of the features and benefits that Wi-Fi 6 provides.
Feature | Specification |
Part Number | C9120AXE-x (where x represents the regulatory domain) |
Description | Indoor access point with external antennas, designed for challenging environments |
Regulatory Domains | Customers must verify approval for use in their respective countries (Cisco Compliance) |
Supported Controllers | Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series, Cisco 3500, 5520, and 8540 Series Wireless Controllers, Cisco Virtual Wireless Controller |
Wireless Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
MIMO Technology | 4x4 MU-MIMO with four spatial streams |
Frequency Bands | - 2.4 GHz (20 MHz channels) |
- 5 GHz (20, 40, 80, 160 MHz channels) | |
Maximum Data Rate | 5.38 Gbps (160 MHz on 5 GHz, 20 MHz on 2.4 GHz) |
Antenna Type | External antennas required (sold separately) |
External Antenna Support | Supports up to 6 dBi gain for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
Smart Antenna Connector | - Compact multi-RF DART interface |
- Requires AIR-CAB002-DART-R= cable for RP-TNC antennas | |
Interfaces | - 1x 100/1000/2500 Multigigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) |
- Management console port (RJ-45) | |
- USB 2.0 (future software support) | |
Power Input | - 802.3at PoE+ |
- 802.3bt Cisco Universal PoE (UPOE, UPOE+) | |
- Cisco Power Injectors: AIR-PWRINJ6= (PoE+), AIR-PWRINJ5= (802.3af) | |
PoE Power Consumption | - 802.3at (PoE+): 4x4 2.4 GHz, 4x4 5 GHz, 2.5G link, USB enabled (25.5W) |
- 802.3af (PoE): Reduced radio performance (13.4W) | |
Environmental Conditions | - Storage Temp: -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F) |
- Operating Temp: -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) | |
- Humidity: 10% to 90% (non-condensing) | |
- Operating Altitude: 9843 ft at 40°C | |
System Memory | - 2048 MB DRAM |
- 1024 MB Flash | |
Dimensions (W x L x H) | 8.5 x 8.05 x 2.0 inches (21.6 x 21.6 x 5.1 cm) |
Weight | 3 lb (1.36 kg) |
Transmit Power | - 2.4 GHz: 23 dBm (max), -4 dBm (min) |
- 5 GHz: 26 dBm (max), -1 dBm (min) | |
Warranty | Limited lifetime hardware warranty |
The Cisco® Catalyst® 9120 Series Access Points are the next generation of enterprise access points. They are resilient, secure, and intelligent.
We are more dependent on our wireless networks than ever before. Additional devices connect to the network every year and the Cisco Catalyst 9120 Series Access Points will provide a seamless experience anywhere for everyone. Going beyond the Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard, the Catalyst 9120 provides integrated security, resiliency and operational flexibility as well as increased network intelligence.
Extending Cisco's intent-based network and perfect for networks of all sizes, the Catalyst 9120 scales to the growing demands of IoT while fully supporting the latest innovations and new technologies. Not only that, but the Catalyst 9120 is the leaders in performance, security and analytics.
The Catalyst 9120 Series Access Points, paired with Cisco DNA, are enterprise-class products that will address your current and future needs. These access points are the first step in updating your network and are able to take better advantage of all of the features and benefits that Wi-Fi 6 provides.
Feature | Specification |
Part Number | C9120AXE-x (where x represents the regulatory domain) |
Description | Indoor access point with external antennas, designed for challenging environments |
Regulatory Domains | Customers must verify approval for use in their respective countries (Cisco Compliance) |
Supported Controllers | Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series, Cisco 3500, 5520, and 8540 Series Wireless Controllers, Cisco Virtual Wireless Controller |
Wireless Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
MIMO Technology | 4x4 MU-MIMO with four spatial streams |
Frequency Bands | - 2.4 GHz (20 MHz channels) |
- 5 GHz (20, 40, 80, 160 MHz channels) | |
Maximum Data Rate | 5.38 Gbps (160 MHz on 5 GHz, 20 MHz on 2.4 GHz) |
Antenna Type | External antennas required (sold separately) |
External Antenna Support | Supports up to 6 dBi gain for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
Smart Antenna Connector | - Compact multi-RF DART interface |
- Requires AIR-CAB002-DART-R= cable for RP-TNC antennas | |
Interfaces | - 1x 100/1000/2500 Multigigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) |
- Management console port (RJ-45) | |
- USB 2.0 (future software support) | |
Power Input | - 802.3at PoE+ |
- 802.3bt Cisco Universal PoE (UPOE, UPOE+) | |
- Cisco Power Injectors: AIR-PWRINJ6= (PoE+), AIR-PWRINJ5= (802.3af) | |
PoE Power Consumption | - 802.3at (PoE+): 4x4 2.4 GHz, 4x4 5 GHz, 2.5G link, USB enabled (25.5W) |
- 802.3af (PoE): Reduced radio performance (13.4W) | |
Environmental Conditions | - Storage Temp: -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F) |
- Operating Temp: -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) | |
- Humidity: 10% to 90% (non-condensing) | |
- Operating Altitude: 9843 ft at 40°C | |
System Memory | - 2048 MB DRAM |
- 1024 MB Flash | |
Dimensions (W x L x H) | 8.5 x 8.05 x 2.0 inches (21.6 x 21.6 x 5.1 cm) |
Weight | 3 lb (1.36 kg) |
Transmit Power | - 2.4 GHz: 23 dBm (max), -4 dBm (min) |
- 5 GHz: 26 dBm (max), -1 dBm (min) | |
Warranty | Limited lifetime hardware warranty |
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Catalyst 9120AXE Access Point Data Sheet |