C9117AXI-E - Cisco Catalyst 9100 Series Wi-Fi 6 Access Points Overview
C9117AXI-E - Cisco Catalyst 9100 Series Wi-Fi 6 Access Points is a genuine wireless coverage and secure client access product from Cisco, a global name in networking whose platforms are used by enterprises, service providers and data-center operators alike. Belonging to the Cisco Catalyst 9100 Series family, the C9117AXI-E unit is built to the original factory specification, so it integrates with existing Cisco deployments predictably and behaves exactly as the platform documentation describes. In the network, it is deployed as a standalone unit or as part of a larger managed network, following the standard operating procedures of the platform.
This unit follows the original factory specification for the Cisco Catalyst 9100 Series family, covering its intended role without compatibility surprises. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, and it interoperates with surrounding hardware using the same procedures as other Cisco equipment already deployed in the network.
Typical deployments include high-density wireless for offices and halls, branch and remote-site Wi-Fi coverage, and guest networks and IoT onboarding. Organizations commonly source it for refresh programs, capacity expansion and spares management, keeping a tested unit on hand so outages stay short and replacements are predictable. The factory detail for this unit reads: “Cisco Catalyst 9117AX Access Point, Internal antenna; Wi-Fi 6; 8x8:8 MIMO, E Domain”. This makes it a practical choice when original-spec hardware is required at a predictable cost.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Our warranty coverage and responsive technical support protect the purchase after it arrives, and our team can confirm revision levels and software compatibility before you order. For volume requirements we also offer configuration checks and staged delivery options.
Contact our sales team for current availability, lead time and shipping options for the C9117AXI-E. We respond quickly with stock status and a firm quote, so you can plan the refresh or expansion with confidence.
Key Specifications
Applications
Campus Coverage
High-density wireless for offices and halls.
Branch Wi-Fi
Cost-effective coverage for remote sites.
Guest & IoT
Isolated guest networks and IoT onboarding.
Buying a Pre-Owned C9117AXI-E
Verify the unit is tested, firmware confirmed, and condition documented. Every unit is fully tested and warranty covered. Contact our team for current stock and availability.
C9117AXI-E Specification | |
Description | Cisco Catalyst 9117AX Access Point, Internal antenna; Wi-Fi 6; 8x8:8 MIMO, E Domain |
Software | ● Cisco Unified Wireless Network Software Release 8.9 or later ● Cisco IOS ® XE Software Release 16.11 or later |
Supported wireless LAN controllers | ● Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controllers ● Cisco 3500, 5520, and 8540 Series Wireless Controllers, and Cisco Virtual Wireless Controller |
802.11n version 2.0 (and related) capabilities | ● 8x8 MIMO with four spatial streams for 5-GHz band ● 4x4 MIMO with four spatial streams for 2.4-GHz band ● Maximal Ratio Combining (MRC) ● 20- and 40-MHz channels ● PHY data rates up to 600 Mbps (40 MHz with 5 GHz) ● Packet aggregation: A-MPDU (transmit and receive), A-MSDU (transmit and receive) ● Cyclic Shift Diversity (CSD) support |
802.11ac | ● 8x8 downlink MU-MIMO with eight spatial streams ● MRC ● 802.11ac beamforming ● 20-, 40-, 80, and 160-MHz channels ● PHY data rates up to 3.5 Gbps at 5 GHz ● Packet aggregation: A-MPDU (transmit and receive), A-MSDU (transmit and receive) ● CSD support |
802.11ax | ● 8x8 MIMO with eight spatial streams for 5-GHz band ● 4x4 MIMO with four spatial streams for 2.4-GHz band ● Downlink OFDMA ● TWT ● MRC ● 802.11ax beamforming ● 20-, 40-, 80, and 160-MHz channels ● PHY data rates up to 5 Gbps at 5 GHz ● Packet aggregation: A-MPDU (transmit and receive), A-MSDU (transmit and receive) ● CSD support |
Integrated antenna | ● 2.4 GHz, peak gain 4 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional in azimuth ● 5 GHz, peak gain 6 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional in azimuth |
Interfaces | ● 1x 100, 1000, 2500, 5000 Multigigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) – IEEE 802.3bz ● Management console port (RJ-45) ● USB 2.0 with up to 3.75W (enabled via future software) |
Indicators | ● Status LED indicates boot loader status, association status, operating status, boot loader warnings, and boot loader errors |
Dimensions (W x L x H) | ● Access point (without mounting bracket and mounting features): 8.70 x 8.70 x 1.94 in. (22 x 22 x 4.93 cm) ● Access point (without mounting bracket): 8.70 x 8.70 x 2.19 in. (22 x 22 x 5.56 cm) |
Weight | ● 3.02 lb (1.4 kg) |
Input power requirements | ● 802.3at Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), 802.3bt Cisco Universal PoE (Cisco UPOE+, Cisco UPOE ®) ● Cisco power injector, AIR-PWRINJ6= ● 802.3af PoE ● Cisco power injector, AIR-PWRINJ5= (Note: This injector supports only 802.3af) Note: When 802.3af PoE is the source of power, both 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radios will be reduced to 2x2 and Ethernet downgraded to 2.5 Gbps; in addition, the USB port will be off. |
Environmental | ● Nonoperating (storage) temperature: -22° to 158°F (-30° to 70°C) ● Nonoperating (storage) altitude test: 25˚C, 15,000 ft. ● Operating temperature: 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C) ● Operating humidity: 10% to 90% (noncondensing) ● Operating altitude test: 40˚C, 9843 ft. |
System memory | ● 2048 MB DRAM ● 1024 MB flash |
DFS | ● 802.11 dynamic frequency selection (DFS) |
Warranty | Limited lifetime hardware warranty |
Available transmit power settings | 2.4 GHz ● 23 dBm (200 mW) ● 20 dBm (100 mW) ● 17 dBm (50 mW) ● 14 dBm (25 mW) ● 11 dBm (12.5 mW) ● 8 dBm (6.25 mW) ● 5 dBm (3.13 mW) ● 2 dBm (1.56 mW) ● -1 dBm (0.78 mW) ● -4 dBm (0.4 mW) ● -6 dBm (0.25 mW) 5 GHz ● 26 dBm (400 mW) ● 23 dBm (200 mW) ● 20 dBm (100 mW) ● 17 dBm (50 mW) ● 14 dBm (25 mW) ● 11 dBm (12.5 mW) ● 8 dBm (6.25 mW) ● 5 dBm (3.13 mW) ● 2 dBm (1.56 mW) ● -1 dBm (0.78 mW) ● -4 dBm (0.4 mW) |
Frequency band and 20-MHz operating channels | E (E regulatory domain): ● 2.412 to 2.472 GHz; 13 channels |
C9117AXI-E - Deployment Notes
This C9117AXI-E switch is suited to wiring-closet, distribution, or core roles depending on the port density and uplink options of the specific model. The port configuration is a key consideration when planning power budgets for attached devices such as IP phones and access points.
For a refresh or expansion, confirm the IOS/NX-OS software release supported by this specific SKU, the fan and power requirements, and the uplink modules that match your existing infrastructure. Our team can verify revision levels and software compatibility before you order.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and this C9117AXI-E variant is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Volume requirements can be staged with configuration checks.
