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- Page 1 ETTING TARTED UIDE Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points First Published: October 12, 2021 Cisco Systems, Inc. www.cisco.com...
- Page 2 Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points About this Guide About the Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Wireless Access Point Safety Instructions Unpacking AP Views, Ports, and Connectors Preparing the AP for Installation Installation Overview Performing a Pre-Installation Configuration Mounting the Access Point...
- Page 3 802.11ax and 802.11ac clients, along with a mixed deployment with other APs and controllers. These APs provide integrated security, resiliency and operational flexibility as well as increased network intelligence. A full listing of the AP's features and specifications are provided in the Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Point Data Sheet, at the following URL: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/catalyst-9100ax-access-points/nb-06-cat-9130-ser-ap...
- Page 4 FlexConnect—In FlexConnect mode (previously known as HREAP), the data traffic is switched locally and is not sent to the controller. In this mode, the Cisco AP behaves like an autonomous AP, but is managed by the Cisco WLC. Here, the AP continues to function even if connection to the controller is lost.
- Page 5 Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in the translated safety warnings document that is shipped with your access point. The translated warnings are also in the Translated Safety Warnings for Cisco Catalyst Access Points, which is available on Cisco.com.
- Page 6 Step 2 Return any packing material to the shipping container and save it for future use. Verify that you have received the items listed below. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Cisco Step 3 representative or reseller for instructions.
- Page 7 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 AP Views, Ports, and Connectors Figure 1 Face of the 9136AXI Model Status LED USB 2.0 port...
- Page 8 Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Figure 2 Ports and Connectors on the Head of the C9136I Model Kensington lock slot 5GbE port 1 Security hasp for padlocking AP to mounting bracket 5GbE port 0 Mode button For information on how to use the Mode button, see “Using...
- Page 9 Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points C9136I (Internal Antenna) Radiation Patterns The AP is undergoing tests. The image placeholders will get replaced with the actual images after obtaining the results.
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Ethernet will downgrade to 1GbE. However, the USB port will remain enabled. Cisco recommends that you make a site map showing access point locations so that you can record the device MAC addresses from each location and return them to the person who is planning or managing your wireless network. -
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Pre-Installation Configuration Setup To perform pre-installation configuration, perform the following steps: Make sure that the Cisco Wireless Controller DS port is connected to the network. Use the procedure for CLI Step 1 or web-browser interface as described in the appropriate Cisco Wireless Controller guide. -
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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. An 802.11ax Cisco AP will be assigned an IP address from the DHCP server only if a default router Note (gateway) is configured on the DHCP server (enabling the AP to receive its gateway IP address) and the gateway ARP is resolved. -
Page 13: Mounting The Access Point
Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points 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. - Page 14 Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points Figure 4 Locking the AP to the Bracket Position of the hasps for the locks on the back of the AP...
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Page 15: Powering The Access Point
802.3bt: Any 802.3bt compliant switch port Cisco Universal PoE (Cisco UPOE) Use the recommended AC power adapter from the Cisco accessories list with the device to reduce safety Caution issues. Configuring and Deploying the Access Point This section describes how to connect the access point to a controller. Because the configuration process takes place on the controller, see the Cisco Wireless Controller Configuration Guide for additional information. - Page 16 Cisco Wireless Controller. Also, if the access point is not on the same subnet as the Cisco Wireless Controller, be sure that there is a properly configured DHCP server on the same subnet as the access point. See the “Configuring...
- Page 17 Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points The access point status LED indicates various conditions and are described in Table Table 2 LED Status Indications Message Type LED State Message Meaning Association status Green Normal operating condition, but no wireless client associated...
- Page 18 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.
- Page 19 You can use DHCP Option 43 to provide a list of controller IP addresses to the access points, enabling them to find and join a controller. The following is a DHCP Option 43 configuration example on a Windows 2003 Enterprise DHCP server for use with Cisco Catalyst lightweight access points. For other DHCP server implementations, consult product documentation for configuring DHCP Option 43.
- Page 20 6 GHz band. What is Cisco Multigigabit Ethernet? Cisco Multigigabit Ethernet (mGig) is a unique Cisco innovation also available in the Cisco Catalyst 9136I series access point. With the increasing popularity of 802.11ax and new wireless applications, wireless devices now require more network bandwidth.
- Page 21 Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points 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-series- home.html For detailed information and guidelines for configuring and deploying your access point in a wireless network, see the following documentation: ...
- Page 22 Cisco Catalyst 9136I Series Access Points This device complies with Part 15 rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
- Page 23 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. Japanese Translation...
- Page 24 UL-certified cables (that have the “UL” shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by CISCO. The use of cables that are certified by Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law (that have “PSE” shown on the code) is not limited to CISCO-designated products.
- Page 25 Note This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. For more details, contact Cisco Corporate Compliance. The product carries the CE Mark:...
- Page 26 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: ...
- Page 27 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.
- Page 28 The Mobile Manufacturers Forum at this URL: www.mmfai.org Administrative Rules for Cisco Catalyst Access Points in Taiwan This section provides administrative rules for operating Cisco Catalyst access points in Taiwan. The rules for all access points are provided in both Chinese and English.
- Page 29 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.
- Page 30 Operation of Cisco Catalyst Access Points in Brazil This section contains special information for operation of Cisco Catalyst access points in Brazil. Access Point Models Certification Number...
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