GETTING STARTED GUIDE Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points First Published: October 12, 2021 Cisco Systems, Inc. 1 www.cisco.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points 1 About this Guide 2 About the Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Wireless Access Point 3 Safety Instructions 4 Unpacking 5 AP Views, Ports, and Connectors 6 Preparing the AP for Installation 7 Installation Overview 8 Performing a Pre-Installation Configuration 9 Mounting the Access Point 10 Powering the Access Point 11 Configuring and Deploying the Access Point 12 Checking the Access Point LEDs 13 Miscellaneous Usage and Configuration Guidelines 14 FAQs
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points 1 About this Guide This guide provides instructions on how to install your Cisco Catalyst 9136I series access point and provides links to resources that can help you configure it. This guide also provides mounting instructions and troubleshooting information. Note that the C9136I series access point is referred to as the access point or the AP in this document.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio to enable IoT use cases such as location tracking and wayfinding. Intelligent Capture probes the network and provides Cisco DNA Center with deep analysis. Spatial Reuse (also known as Basic Service Set (BSS) coloring) which allows APs and their clients to differentiate between BSSs, thus permitting more simultaneous transmissions.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Antennas and Radios The C9136I series access point configurations are: C9136I-x Internal Antennas The C9136I models (C9136I-x) have four internal dual-band antennas with a dedicated 2.4 GHz radio and a 5 GHz radio, four internal single-band antennas with a dedicated 5 GHz radio, four internal single-band antennas with a dedicated 6-GHz radio, one internal single-band antenna with a dedicated 2.4 GHz IOT radio, and one dual-band antenna with a dedicated 2.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Warning This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than 20A. Statement 1005 Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074 Warning In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas should be located at a minimum of 12 inches (30 cm) or more from the body of all persons.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points • AIR-AP-BRACKET-1= for low profile installations • AIR-AP-BRACKET-2= for electrical or network boxes, above ceiling mounts • Mid-span power injector AIR-PWRINJ7= when PoE is not available 5 AP Views, Ports, and Connectors Figure 1 Face of the 9136AXI Model 1 Status LED 2 Location of the ports and connectors on the head of the AP. 3 7 USB 2.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Figure 2 Ports and Connectors on the Head of the C9136I Model 1 Kensington lock slot 5 5GbE port 1 2 Security hasp for padlocking AP to mounting bracket 6 5GbE port 0 7 USB 2.0 port 3 Mode button For information on how to use the Mode button, see “Using the Mode Button” section.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points d C9136I (Internal Antenna) Radiation Patterns The AP is undergoing tests. The image placeholders will get replaced with the actual images after obtaining the results.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points 6 Preparing the AP for Installation Before you mount and deploy your access point, we recommend that you perform a site survey (or use the site planning tool) to determine the best location to install your access point. You should have the following information about your wireless network available: Access point locations. Access point mounting options: below a suspended ceiling, on a flat horizontal surface, or on a desk top.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points 8 Performing a Pre-Installation Configuration The following procedures ensure that your access point installation and initial operation go as expected. This procedure is optional. Note Performing a pre-installation configuration is an optional procedure. If your network controller is properly configured, you can install your access point in its final location and connect it to the network from there.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points d. Make sure DHCP is enabled on the network. The access point must receive its IP address through DHCP. Note An 802.11ax Cisco AP will be assigned an IP address from the DHCP server only if a default router (gateway) is configured on the DHCP server (enabling the AP to receive its gateway IP address) and the gateway ARP is resolved. e. CAPWAP UDP ports must not be blocked in the network. f. The access point must be able to find the IP address of the controller.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points 9 Mounting the Access Point Cisco Catalyst 9136I series access points can be mounted in several configurations – on a suspended ceiling, on a hard ceiling or wall, on an electrical or network box, and above a suspended ceiling. For access point mounting instructions, go to the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/access_point/mounting/guide/apmount.html The standard mounting hardware supported by the AP is listed in Table 1.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Figure 4 1 Locking the AP to the Bracket Position of the hasps for the locks on the back of the AP 14
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points 10 Powering the Access Point Caution Ensure that the AP is powered using a UL-compliant PoE power source. You must connect the unit only to PoE network without routing to the outside plant. The AP can be powered only through Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) using the following: 802.3at (PoE+): Any 802.3at (30.0 W) compliant switch port or Cisco Power Injector AIR-PWRINJ7= 802.3af: Any 802.3af (15.4 W) compliant switch port Note If 802.3af is used, both the 2.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points DHCP server discovery—This feature uses DHCP option 43 to provide controller IP addresses to the access points. Cisco switches support a DHCP server option that is typically used for this capability. For more information about DHCP option 43, see the “Configuring DHCP Option 43” section on page 19. DNS discovery—The access point can discover controllers through your domain name server (DNS).
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points The access point status LED indicates various conditions and are described in Table 2.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Troubleshooting the Access Point to Cisco Controller Join Process Note As specified in the Cisco Wireless Solutions Software Compatibility Matrix, ensure that your controller is running controller software release 8.9.111.0 or IOS-XE 16.12.1 or later to support C9136I or 8.10.105.0 or IOS-XE 16.12.2 or later to support C9136IE.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points The access point can only communicate with Cisco wireless controllers. The access point does not support Wireless Domain Services (WDS) and cannot communicate with WDS devices. However, the controller provides functionality equivalent to WDS when the access point joins it. CAPWAP does not support Layer 2. The access point must get an IP address and discover the controller using Layer 3, DHCP, DNS, or IP subnet broadcast.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points option 43 hex The hex string is assembled by concatenating the TLV values shown below: Type + Length + Value For example, suppose that there are two controllers with management interface IP addresses, 10.126.126.2 and 10.127.127.2. The type is f1(hex). The length is 2 * 4 = 8 = 08 (hex). The IP addresses translate to 0a7e7e02 and 0a7f7f02. Assembling the string then yields f1080a7e7e020a7f7f02.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points 15 Related Documentation All user documentation for the Cisco Catalyst 9136I series access point is available at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/wireless/catalyst-9130ax-series-access-points/tsd-products-support-serieshome.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points This device complies with Part 15 rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Guidelines for Operating Cisco Catalyst Access Points in Japan This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Cisco Catalyst access points in Japan. These guidelines are provided in both Japanese and English.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Statement 371—Power Cable and AC Adapter English Translation When installing the product, please use the provided or designated connection cables/power cables/AC adaptors. Using any other cables/adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL-certified cables (that have the “UL” shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by CISCO.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points device. Le présent émetteur radio a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure This section contains information on compliance with guidelines related to RF exposure. Generic Discussion on RF Exposure The Cisco products are designed to comply with the following national and international standards on Human Exposure to Radio Frequencies: US 47 Code of Federal Regulations Part 2 Subpart J American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers / IEEE C 95.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points As such the systems are designed to be operated as to avoid contact with the antennas by the end user. It is recommended to set the system in a location where the antennas can remain at least a minimum distance as specified from the user in accordance to the regulatory guidelines which are designed to reduce the overall exposure of the user or operator.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Par conséquent, les systèmes sont conçus pour être exploités en évitant que l'utilisateur n'entre en contact avec les antennes. Il est recommandé de poser le système là où les antennes sont à une distance minimale telle que précisée par l'utilisateur conformément aux directives réglementaires qui sont conçues pour réduire l'exposition générale de l'utilisateur ou de l'opérateur. Separation Distance Frequency 2.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Chinese Translation English Translation Administrative Rules for Low-power Radio-Frequency Devices Article 12 For those low-power radio-frequency devices that have already received a type-approval, companies, business units or users should not change its frequencies, increase its power or change its original features and functions.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Chinese Translation English Translation Low-power Radio-frequency Devices Technical Specifications 4.7 Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure 4.7.5 Within the 5.25-5.35 GHz band, U-NII devices will be restricted to indoor operations to reduce any potential for harmful interference to co-channel MSS operations. 4.7.6 The U-NII devices shall accept any interference from legal communications and shall not interfere the legal communications.
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Communications, Services, and Additional Information Figure 5 Brazil Regulatory Information Portuguese Translation Este equipamento não tem direito à proteção contra interferência prejudicial e não pode causar interferência em sistemas devidamente autorizados. English Translation This equipment is not entitled to the protection from harmful interference and may not cause interference with duly authorized systems.
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