Cisco Catalyst 9100 Access Points

My organization is using Cisco Catalyst 9100 Access Points to provide secure corporate wireless services to end-users and customers across our entire footprint. We have approximately 8000 APs deployed that support both corporate access as well as multiple guest services. Typically, our wireless service provides employees the freedom to collaborate and move freely through the various workspaces the company offers.

Deployment was very easy. Controllers were virtual allowing for very speedy deployment. The APs also use the same bracket as almost all previous generations which have allowed for a 1:1 swap in a lot of places. As we look to expand our deployments and refresh cycles we can reuse cabling and mounting hardware and in most cases, there is very little need for adjustments.

All new access points we purchase are 9100 series. We utilize them for our corporate network as well as in our k-8 school system. In conjunction with our 9800 wireless controller they keep our wireless network fast and reliable.

If the wireless controller is configured it takes no time at all. If you are upgrading older model access point the 9100 use the same mounts so it’s just rip and replace.

using across whole organization. doing BYOD use cases

implementation is quick when WLC is properly deployed. after initial WLC preparation, other APs connected quickly and started to provide service. average 1 day took to implement and start using the wireless.

In our company, we are using Cisco Catalyst 9105 Access Points in our internal environment. The purpose of acquiring these access points more than 1 year ago was to promote a digital transformation and mobility in internet access within the company for employees and special guests. The Cisco Catalyst 9105 [Access Point] solved the wireless connectivity issue and expanded coverage with more modern Wifi 6 technology and high-speed 2.4Ghz and 5ghz radios. Connectivity and authentication take place through 802.1x authentication and are managed by a centralized Cisco WLC that is responsible for provisioning the 9105s in the network and controlling the radio frequency.

The company implemented the access points together with the Cisco supplier. A site survey was carried out to understand how many units were needed and the best installation position in the office. It was simple and we had no problems.

The Cisco Catalyst 9100 Series Access Points are being used throughout our organization as the latest model of access points. We are using these in applications ranging from office and plant production environments to warehouse locations. This model of access points addresses our need for continuing to upgrade our infrastructure as old technology goes end of life.

The implementation timeline of the Cisco Catalyst 9100 Series Access Points is the same as what we saw with previous Cisco models of access points. The command-line interface and configuration steps are very similar. We have had no bad experience and started seeing enhanced results as soon as they were put into production.

Utilized for corporate WiFi services, to enable business-grade wireless network communications. Also utilized for guest WiFi access to common areas of the facility. The entire campus utilizes Cisco WiFi for access, including some select outdoor areas. The WiFi solution addresses the need for mobility and collaboration of users, allows the ease of staff to interact with various users, and also allows access to critical information in various locations of the facility.

Fairly quick to get up and running with the Cisco solution, after the cabling and physical installation work is completed. There are useful guides and deployment documents that go over the initial setup for installation. The guides are most useful to go through the initial setup process fairly quickly and can be deployed while the physical installation progresses.

We are using Cisco Aironet and Catalyst 9100 Access Points, initially within our test lab and the reception area of our office as we were trying to determine [its] viability as the replacement product for our office.

Safe to say that we are happy with the results, and we are now currently deploying this to our other sites and offices.

Implementation was fairly quick, given that some of our teammates had [a] background in deploying Cisco Aironet and Catalyst 9100 Access Points (end to end, from design to physically installing them).

It is a very good access point with clean air. The coverage and also the stable connection gives enterprise experience to the users and [does] not give problems to users. For the speed, it is always perform[ing] well but it cannot compete with traditional LAN. Of course, the purpose of wireless is for convenience. [In] summary, the Cisco Aironet is good in pricing and performance.

For the first setup, by referring the guideline, it still takes some time. The setup way is not so straightforward. It took me around a few hours to set up my first unit. The following units were fast. It was consider[ed] plug and play once my first unit was ready. It will auto find my controller and add in itself.

We are using Cisco Catalyst 9100 Access Points for technical and professional development by professional services engineers. The Cisco Catalyst 9100 Access Points are also used to mock up client scenarios and environments to prepare for deployment or test changes to a production environment.

Less than five minutes and the AP was up and running on the WLC.