CISCO Cisco Catalyst 9136i - Radio Access Point - 1gbe, 5gbe, 2.5gbe - Wi-Fi 6e - Bluetooth - 2.4 GHz, 5 G

The Cisco Catalyst 9136 Series access point (model C9136I) is a Wi‑Fi 6E enterprise access point that supports 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and the new 6 GHz band. Designed for resilient, secure, and high‑capacity wireless networks, the unit features multiple radios and PoE support to deliver higher throughput, lower latency, and improved spectrum availability compared with previous generations.

Advantages

The Catalyst 9136I uses Wi‑Fi 6E to add the 6 GHz band, providing up to 1.2 GHz of additional clear spectrum for reduced interference and increased capacity. The access point includes two 4x4 radios and one 8x8 radio to support more simultaneous clients and higher aggregate throughput. Built‑in security features include support for WPA3, WPA2 and TLS, and the device supports multiple Ethernet speeds (100, 1000, 2500, 5000 Mbit/s) and Power over Ethernet for flexible deployment.

Suitable for

• Enterprise office environments requiring high client density
• Spaces needing low‑latency connectivity for real‑time applications
• Environments that demand enhanced wireless security (WPA3)
• Locations where PoE and multi‑gig Ethernet backhaul are required

Key specifications

• Supported bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz (Wi‑Fi 6E)
• Radios/antennas: two 4x4 radios and one 8x8 radio; 3 antennas (integrated)
• Security: WPA3, WPA2, TLS
• Ethernet LAN (RJ‑45) ports: 2; supported speeds 100 / 1000 / 2500 / 5000 Mbit/s
• Power: Power over Ethernet (PoE) support (standards including 802.3af/at)
• Standards: IEEE 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11a/b/g/d/h and relevant Ethernet standards
• Color and weight: White; approximately 1.65 kg

How to use

Mount the access point according to site planning and local electrical codes, and connect to the network using the RJ‑45 ports with a compatible PoE switch or injector. Configure SSIDs, security (WPA3/WPA2), and radio settings through your Cisco wireless controller or management platform. Place the device to provide optimal coverage for the intended area and verify firmware is up to date before deployment.

Recommendations

For best performance, allocate the 6 GHz band to Wi‑Fi 6E clients when available, use a multi‑gig Ethernet uplink for high throughput environments, and enable WPA3 to maximize network security.