Catalyst C9130AXI-E Wi-Fi 6 Access Point for High-Density Indoor Networks
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9130AXI-E is a next-generation indoor Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access point built for mission-critical enterprise environments. Part of the Catalyst 9100 Series, this model offers high-performance wireless connectivity, exceptional client density handling, and advanced security. Designed for the Europe regulatory domain (-E), it supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands with intelligent RF management, making it ideal for large enterprises, education, healthcare, and smart offices.
Product Details
The C9130AXI-E is a dual-radio, internal-antenna access point supporting up to 5.38 Gbps combined throughput. It operates on Wi-Fi 6 technology with 4x4 MU-MIMO on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios. The AP supports Cisco’s advanced wireless stack including CleanAir Pro, Flexible Radio Assignment, OFDMA, and Target Wake Time. It also integrates with Cisco DNA Center for centralized policy, automation, and analytics.
Product Features
Dual-band 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) AP with internal antennas
4x4:4 MU-MIMO on both radios
Up to 5.38 Gbps aggregate throughput
Flexible Radio Assignment for performance optimization
CleanAir Pro and advanced RF intelligence
Full WPA3, Cisco Trust Anchor, and secure boot
Supports Cisco DNA Center and Catalyst 9800 WLC
Powered by 802.3at PoE+ or Cisco UPOE
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
| Radio Configuration | 2.4 GHz (4x4:4), 5 GHz (4x4:4) |
| Max Data Rate | Up to 5.38 Gbps |
| Antenna Type | Internal |
| Ethernet Port | 1 x 5Gbps Multigigabit (RJ45) |
| PoE Support | 802.3at PoE+, Cisco UPOE |
| CleanAir Support | CleanAir Pro |
| Flexible Radio | Yes (dual 5 GHz or 2.4 + 5 GHz) |
| Security | WPA3, Secure Boot, Trust Anchor |
| Management | Cisco DNA Center, CLI, Web UI |
| Mounting Options | Ceiling, wall (brackets sold separately) |
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Antennas | MU-MIMO | Max Throughput | Multigig Port | Wi-Fi Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9130AXI-E | Internal | 4x4:4 | 5.38 Gbps | Yes (5G) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| C9115AXI-E | Internal | 2x2:2 | 1.77 Gbps | No | Wi-Fi 6 |
| C9120AXI-E | Internal | 4x4:4 | 4.8 Gbps | Yes (2.5G) | Wi-Fi 6 |
Latest Models Comparison
| Model | Wi-Fi Standard | MU-MIMO | Max Data Rate | Ethernet Port | Target Segment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9130AXI-E | Wi-Fi 6 | 4x4:4 | 5.38 Gbps | 1 x 5G RJ45 | Large Enterprise |
| C9166I-E | Wi-Fi 6E | 4x4:4 | 10.2 Gbps | 1 x 5G RJ45 | Enterprise, Wi-Fi 6E |
| C9120AXI-E | Wi-Fi 6 | 4x4:4 | 4.8 Gbps | 1 x 2.5G RJ45 | Mid to Large |
