Cisco Access Points Datasheet

Cisco Wireless Access Points Technical Datasheet

Complete technical specification matrix, Wi-Fi standard capabilities, and master part number index for Cisco Business (CBW), Catalyst 9100 Series, and Aironet Series wireless access points.

1. Product Overview & Key Highlights

Next-Generation Wi-Fi Standards: Enterprise Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave 2) support delivering ultra-fast throughput, lower latency, and high client density.
Flexible Deployment Modes: Supports Cisco DNA Center / Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC), Embedded Wireless Controller (EWC), and Controllerless Mesh / Cisco Business Mobile App setups.
Advanced Security & Telemetry: Features WPA3 encryption, Cisco CleanAir technology for RF spectrum intelligence, and integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) / IoT radio capabilities.
Multigigabit Uplinks: Equipped with 2.5G/5G mGig Ethernet ports and standard 1G Power over Ethernet (PoE/PoE+) interfaces for bottleneck-free performance.
Versatile Form Factors: Indoor enterprise ceiling/wall-mount designs, compact wall-plate options for hospitality, and ruggedized IP67-rated outdoor enclosures.

2. Access Point Series Architecture Comparison

Series	Wi-Fi Standard	Target Deployment	Management Architecture	MIMO / Spatial Streams	Uplink Speed
Cisco Business (CBW140/150/240)	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave 2)	Small & Medium Business (SMB)	Controllerless / Mobile App	Up to 4x4:4 MU-MIMO	1x 10/100/1000M RJ45 (PoE)
Cisco Business (CBW160/170/260)	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Next-Gen SMB / Branch	Controllerless / Cisco Business Dashboard	Up to 4x4:4 OFDMA	1x 1G / 2.5G mGig RJ45 (PoE+)
Catalyst 9115 / 9120 Series	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Enterprise Indoor High-Density	Cisco Catalyst WLC / EWC / DNA Center	4x4:4 (9115) / Dual 4x4 (9120)	1x 2.5G mGig RJ45 (802.3at PoE+)
Catalyst 9130 / 9136 Series	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax 6GHz)	Mission-Critical Enterprise	Cisco Catalyst WLC / DNA Center	8x8:8 / Tri-Radio 4x4	1x 5G mGig RJ45 (802.3bt UPOE)

3. Wireless Access Point Hardware Specifications Datasheet

Part Number	Wi-Fi Standard & Radios	Antenna Configuration	PoE Requirements	Ethernet Ports	Form Factor
CBW140AC-B	802.11ac Wave 2 Dual-Band	Internal Antennas (2x2:2)	IEEE 802.3af (8.3W)	1x 10/100/1000M RJ45	Compact Ceiling / Wall Mount
CBW150AX-B	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Dual-Band	Internal Antennas (2x2:2)	IEEE 802.3af (13W)	1x 10/100/1000M RJ45	Ceiling / Wall Mount
CBW240AC-B	802.11ac Wave 2 Dual-Band	Internal Antennas (4x4:4)	IEEE 802.3at PoE+ (13.2W)	2x 10/100/1000M RJ45	Ceiling / Wall Mount
C9115AXI-B	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Dual-Band + BLE	Internal Antennas (4x4:4)	IEEE 802.3at PoE+ (20.5W)	1x 2.5G mGig RJ45	Enterprise Indoor Low-Profile
C9120AXI-B	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) + Custom RF ASIC	Internal Smart Antennas (4x4:4)	IEEE 802.3at PoE+ (25.5W)	1x 2.5G mGig RJ45	Enterprise Indoor High-Density
C9130AXI-B	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Tri-Radio	Internal Flexible Radios (8x8 or 4x4+4x4)	IEEE 802.3bt / Cisco UPOE (30.5W)	1x 5G mGig RJ45	Mission-Critical Enterprise

4. Master Part Number Index

Part Number	Product Category	Description Summary
CBW140AC-B	Business Access Point	Cisco Business 140AC 802.11ac 2x2 Wave 2 Access Point (US Domain)
CBW145AC-B	Business Wall Plate AP	Cisco Business 145AC 802.11ac 2x2 Wall Plate Access Point
CBW150AX-B	Business Access Point	Cisco Business 150AX Wi-Fi 6 2x2 Ceiling Mount Access Point
CBW240AC-B	Business Access Point	Cisco Business 240AC 802.11ac 4x4 Wave 2 Access Point
CBW260AX-B	Business Outdoor AP	Cisco Business 260AX Wi-Fi 6 4x4 Outdoor Access Point
C9115AXI-B	Catalyst Access Point	Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Wi-Fi 6 4x4 Internal Antennas
C9115AXE-B	Catalyst Access Point	Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Wi-Fi 6 4x4 External Antennas
C9120AXI-B	Catalyst Access Point	Cisco Catalyst 9120AX Series Wi-Fi 6 4x4 Custom ASIC Internal Antennas
C9130AXI-B	Catalyst Access Point	Cisco Catalyst 9130AX Series Wi-Fi 6 8x8 Enterprise Access Point
AIR-PWRINJ6=	Power Injector	Cisco Gigabit Power over Ethernet (PoE) 30W Power Injector
AIR-AP-BRACKET-1=	Mounting Hardware	Cisco Aironet / Catalyst AP Low-Profile Mounting Bracket