Aironet 2800 Series Enterprise Wi-Fi 5 Access Point
Product Description
The Cisco AIR-AP2802E-E-K9 is a high-performance enterprise indoor wireless access point from the Aironet 2800 Series, designed for mission-critical Wi-Fi deployments in dense environments.
It supports 802.11ac Wave 2 dual-band wireless with 4×4 MU-MIMO, delivering high throughput, strong client capacity, and advanced RF performance for demanding enterprise networks.
This external-antenna model allows customized coverage using directional or omnidirectional antennas, making it suitable for large offices, warehouses, lecture halls, hospitals, and high-density public indoor spaces.
With PoE+ support, advanced security, and controller-based or Mobility Express deployment options, the AP2802E-E-K9 is built for scalable enterprise wireless infrastructure.
Model Type
Indoor Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave 2) Enterprise Access Point with External Antennas
Category
Networking – Enterprise Indoor Wireless Infrastructure
Key Features
802.11ac Wave 2 Dual-Band Wi-Fi — Supports 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios with MU-MIMO for efficient multi-client performance.
High Throughput up to ~5.2 Gbps — Delivers very high wireless capacity suitable for dense enterprise deployments.
4×4 MU-MIMO Radio Architecture — Four spatial streams improve capacity, coverage, and reliability.
External Antenna Flexibility — Supports Cisco antenna options (typically up to ~6 dBi gain) for optimized RF design.
PoE+ Powered Deployment — Supports 802.3at PoE for simplified installation via a single Ethernet cable.
Enterprise Security & Controller Support — Works with Cisco Wireless Controllers, FlexConnect, and secure authentication modes.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Cisco AIR-AP2802E-E-K9 |
| Series | Aironet 2800 |
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 |
| Bands | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz |
| Radio Design | 4×4 MU-MIMO |
| Max Data Rate | Up to ~5.2 Gbps aggregate |
| Antennas | External (Cisco-compatible, sold separately) |
| Ethernet | 2× Gigabit ports (PoE+) |
| USB | 1× USB port |
| Power | 802.3at PoE+ or injector |
| Deployment | Indoor ceiling / wall mounting |
| Environment | Enterprise indoor deployment |
Typical Use Cases
Large Enterprise Offices — Provides high-capacity wireless for multi-floor corporate buildings.
Warehouses & Industrial Indoor Sites — External antennas allow directional coverage across aisles and racks.
Universities & Auditoriums — Handles high device density and multimedia traffic.
Healthcare & Retail Spaces — Ensures stable connectivity for staff, devices, and visitors.
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