C9105AXI-A – Wi-Fi 6 2×2:2 AP – Internal Antennas – 1G PoE – A Domain
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C9105AXI-A Description
C9105AXI-A is a Cisco Catalyst 9105AXI indoor Wi-Fi 6 access point for controller-based wireless deployments in the -A regulatory domain. It provides dual-band, dual-concurrent 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz operation with 2x2:2 MU-MIMO, internal antennas, and a 1 x 10/100/1000 Base-T PoE-in uplink. The model follows the C9105AXI-x ordering pattern where the suffix identifies the regulatory domain, and the access point is powered by 802.3af PoE, 802.3at PoE+, or a supported Cisco injector for indoor campus and branch wireless access.
Quick Specs
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Specification |
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Product ID |
C9105AXI-A |
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Product type |
Indoor Wi-Fi 6 wireless access point |
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Ordering pattern |
C9105AXI-x with x as the regulatory-domain suffix |
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Regulatory-domain check |
-A suffix must match the target country approval record |
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Management model |
Controller-based access point |
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Wireless standards |
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
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Radio design |
Dual-band dual-concurrent 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios |
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MIMO profile |
2×2:2 SS MU-MIMO |
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Antenna design |
Internal dual-band antennas plus internal IoT BLE antenna |
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Ethernet uplink |
1 x 10/100/1000 Base-T PoE-in uplink |
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PoE input |
802.3af PoE or 802.3at PoE+ switch port or Cisco injector |
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Default mounting bracket |
AIR-AP-BRACKET-8 |
Application Scenarios
C9105AXI-A fits indoor refresh projects that need a Cisco Catalyst 9105AX Series access point with internal antennas, 2×2:2 Wi-Fi 6 radios, and a 1G PoE uplink.
Use this SKU for Cisco wireless controller deployments where the AP must discover and join a controller through supported CAPWAP discovery methods after it receives network addressing.
Deploy C9105AXI-A where the mounting plan follows Cisco’s 9105AXI ceiling-oriented guidance and does not require the wall-plate Ethernet downlink profile of C9105AXW.
Product Comparison
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Parameter |
C9105AXI-A |
C9105AXW-A | |
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Ordering pattern |
C9105AXI-x regulatory-domain SKU |
C9105AXW-x regulatory-domain SKU |
C9105AXI-x with x as the regulatory-domain suffix |
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Product type |
Indoor access point with internal antennas |
Wall-plate access point with internal antennas |
Indoor Wi-Fi 6 wireless access point |
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Wi-Fi generation |
Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax |
Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax |
Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax |
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MIMO profile |
2×2:2 MIMO |
2×2:2 MIMO |
2×2:2 SS MU-MIMO |
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Mounting focus |
Ceiling mount with AIR-AP-BRACKET-8 |
Wall-plate mount with AIR-AP-BRACKET-W4 |
Wall-plate mount with AIR-AP-BRACKET-W4 |
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Ethernet uplink |
1 x 10/100/1000 Base-T PoE-in |
1 x 100/1000/2500 Base-T uplink |
1 x 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet uplink |
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Downlink Ethernet ports |
No downlink LAN ports listed for C9105AXI |
3 x 10/100/1000 Base-T LAN ports |
No downlink LAN ports listed for C9105AXI |
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LAN1 PSE support |
Not listed for C9105AXI |
LAN1 supports 10.5W PSE power budget |
LAN1 supports 10.5W PSE power budget |
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PoE feature mode |
802.3af supports 2×2 radios and 1G link speed |
802.3at required for USB or LAN1 PSE feature rows |
802.3af supports 2×2 radios and 1G link speed |
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Dimensions |
5.9 x 5.9 x 1.18 in. |
3.54 x 6.3 x 1.3 in. |
5.9 x 5.9 x 1.18 in. (150 x 150 x 30 mm) |
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Weight |
0.7 lb. |
0.8 lb. |
0.7 lb. (329.5 g) |
- In a C9105AXI-A vs C9105AXW-A comparison, the main difference is mounting and wired port layout: C9105AXI-A is the ceiling-oriented AXI model, while C9105AXW-A is the wall-plate model with LAN downlink ports.
- The C9105AXI-A difference for switchport planning is its 1G PoE-in uplink; C9105AXW-A uses a 2.5G-capable uplink and has additional LAN ports.
- For buyers comparing C9105AXI-A vs C9105AXW-A, which model to choose should be tied to ceiling versus wall-plate placement, downstream Ethernet needs, and PoE feature planning. C9105AXI-H is included as an additional same-family comparison point.
Selection Guide
1. Match the physical AP format
Choose C9105AXI-A when the approved design calls for the Catalyst 9105AXI indoor AP with internal antennas and the AIR-AP-BRACKET-8 mounting path.
2. Use C9105AXW-A for wall-plate port needs
Select C9105AXW-A instead when the room design needs wall-plate placement, 2.5G uplink behavior, or the Cisco-listed LAN downlink ports.
3. Verify controller and software fit
Confirm the wireless controller platform and software release before adding this AP to the BOM, especially when joining Catalyst 9800 or AireOS-based controller environments.
4. Check the regulatory-domain suffix
Validate that the -A regulatory-domain suffix is approved for the installation country through Cisco compliance resources before the quote moves forward.
Ordering Checklist
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Check Item |
What to Confirm |
Why It Matters |
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Exact AP PID |
Confirm C9105AXI-A in the hardware BOM |
Cisco documents the C9105AXI-x ordering pattern for the 9105AXI internal-antenna access point |
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Regulatory domain |
Verify the -A suffix against the deployment country |
Cisco treats x as the regulatory-domain placeholder and approval depends on country |
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Mounting hardware |
Confirm AIR-AP-BRACKET-8 and ceiling clip needs |
Cisco lists AIR-AP-BRACKET-8 as the default low-profile bracket for C9105AXI |
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PoE source |
Confirm 802.3af or 802.3at switch power or a supported Cisco injector |
The AP is powered through PoE and Cisco lists AIR-PWRINJ6= and AIR-PWRINJ5= injector options |
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Controller readiness |
Confirm the Cisco wireless controller software level and discovery method |
The AP must discover and join a controller before active wireless service |
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AXI versus AXW choice |
Recheck whether the site needs ceiling AP placement or wall-plate LAN downlinks |
The 9105AXI and 9105AXW differ in mounting focus and Ethernet port layout |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Parameter | Specification |
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| Product ID | C9105AXI-A | Product Type | Indoor Wi-Fi 6 wireless access point |
| Ordering Pattern | C9105AXI-x with x as regulatory-domain suffix | Regulatory Domain | -A suffix to be verified for target country approval |
| Management Model | Controller-based access point | Wireless Standards | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Radio Design | Dual-band dual-concurrent 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios | MIMO Profile | 2×2:2 SS MU-MIMO |
| Internal Antennas | Two dual-band internal antennas plus one internal IoT BLE antenna | 2.4 GHz Antenna Gain | 4 dBi internal omnidirectional antenna |
| 5 GHz Antenna Gain | 5 dBi internal omnidirectional antenna | Ethernet Uplink | 1 x 10/100/1000 Base-T PoE-in uplink |
| Console Port | RJ-45 management console port | PoE Input Options | 802.3af PoE or 802.3at PoE+ switch port or Cisco injector |
| PoE Feature Mode | 802.3af supports 2×2 radios and 1G link speed | Power Draw | 11W at powered device and 12.5W at power sourcing equipment |
| Default Bracket | AIR-AP-BRACKET-8 low-profile bracket | Dimensions | 5.9 x 5.9 x 1.18 in. (150 x 150 x 30 mm) |
| Weight | 0.7 lb. (329.5 g) | Operating Temperature | 32 to 122 F (0 to 50 C) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% noncondensing | Storage Temperature | -22 to 158 F (-30 to 70 C) |
| Operating Altitude Test | 40 C at 9843 ft. (3000 m) | Security Standards | WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X, AES |
| Controller Join Scope | AP must discover and join a Cisco wireless controller |
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