{"product_id":"cisco-aironet-1602i-air-cap1602i-z-k9-wireless-ap-80211n-dual-band-poe-wty","title":"Cisco Aironet 1602I AIR-CAP1602I-Z-K9 Wireless AP 802.11n Dual Band PoE Wty","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;line-height:1.7;color:#222;max-width:700px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:20px;margin:0 0 12px;padding-bottom:10px;border-bottom:3px solid #0060a9;\"\u003eCisco Aironet 1602I — 802.11n Dual-Band Controller-Based Wireless Access Point\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cisco Aironet 1602I (AIR-CAP1602I-Z-K9) is a controller-based 802.11n enterprise wireless access point designed for indoor environments. With dual-band 2x2 MIMO and internal antennas, it delivers reliable coverage on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. Powered via PoE+ and managed through a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller, it provides centralised security, RF management, and policy enforcement across the wireless network. Backed by a 12-month Reboot IT warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:17px;margin:26px 0 10px;padding-bottom:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 16px;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-band 802.11n coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e — Operates on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz simultaneously, allowing legacy devices on 2.4GHz while modern clients enjoy the cleaner 5GHz band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2x2 MIMO internal antennas\u003c\/strong\u003e — Built-in antennas provide clean indoor coverage without exposed external aerials, ideal for office and commercial deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eController-based management\u003c\/strong\u003e — Integrates with Cisco Wireless LAN Controller for centralised configuration, firmware, RF planning, and security policy across the entire AP fleet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnterprise-grade security\u003c\/strong\u003e — WPA2, 802.1X\/EAP, AES encryption, and TKIP support for secure wireless across corporate and education environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoE+ powered\u003c\/strong\u003e — 802.3at PoE+ eliminates the need for separate power runs, simplifying cabling in new and retrofit installs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven enterprise platform\u003c\/strong\u003e — Cisco Aironet 1600 series widely deployed in education, retail, and commercial offices for consistent, manageable wireless coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:17px;margin:26px 0 10px;padding-bottom:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003ePerformance in Office and Commercial Environments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1602I suits indoor enterprise deployments where centralised management and reliable 802.11n coverage are the key requirements. With 2x2 MIMO and up to 300 Mbps per band, it handles typical office workloads — email, file access, web browsing, and VoIP — comfortably across a standard indoor cell. Internal antennas produce a broad, consistent coverage pattern suited to open-plan offices, meeting rooms, and corridors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing controller-based, the 1602I requires a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) or Cisco Mobility Express to operate. In controller-managed environments, this enables centralised SSID management, band steering, client load balancing, and rogue detection across all APs from a single interface, reducing day-to-day management overhead significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor organisations still running 802.11n infrastructure or expanding an existing Cisco wireless deployment, the 1602I delivers dependable coverage at a significantly lower cost than new 802.11ac equivalents where the workload does not require AC-tier speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:17px;margin:26px 0 10px;padding-bottom:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;background:#eef2f7;width:33%;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eCisco Aironet 1602I — AIR-CAP1602I-Z-K9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;background:#eef2f7;width:33%;\"\u003eWireless Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;background:#f5f8fb;\"\u003e802.11a\/b\/g\/n dual-band (2.4GHz and 5GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;background:#eef2f7;width:33%;\"\u003eMIMO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2x2:2 (two spatial streams per band)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;background:#eef2f7;width:33%;\"\u003eMax Data Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;background:#f5f8fb;\"\u003eUp to 300 Mbps per band\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;background:#eef2f7;width:33%;\"\u003eAntennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eInternal (I suffix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;background:#eef2f7;width:33%;\"\u003eManagement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;background:#f5f8fb;\"\u003eController-based — requires Cisco WLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;background:#eef2f7;width:33%;\"\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e802.3at PoE+ (or 802.3af with reduced power)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;background:#eef2f7;width:33%;\"\u003eSecurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;background:#f5f8fb;\"\u003eWPA2, 802.1X\/EAP, AES, TKIP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;background:#eef2f7;width:33%;\"\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eCeiling or wall mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;background:#eef2f7;width:33%;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;background:#f5f8fb;\"\u003e12-month Reboot IT warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:17px;margin:26px 0 10px;padding-bottom:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eIs the Cisco Aironet 1602I Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:50%;padding:14px 16px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;background:#edf7ee;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Best For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Existing Cisco WLC-managed environments\u003cbr\u003e• Indoor office, retail, and education deployments\u003cbr\u003e• Expanding 802.11n wireless infrastructure\u003cbr\u003e• PoE+-capable switching infrastructure\u003cbr\u003e• Budget-conscious enterprise wireless upgrades\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:50%;padding:14px 16px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;background:#fdf0ee;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✗ Not Recommended For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Standalone use (controller required)\u003cbr\u003e• Sites needing 802.11ac\/Wi-Fi 5 speeds\u003cbr\u003e• High-density environments with 50+ clients per AP\u003cbr\u003e• Outdoor or high-moisture locations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:17px;margin:26px 0 10px;padding-bottom:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eCondition Grades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;\"\u003eCosmetic Condition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;\"\u003eFunctional Testing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eA — Excellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eMinimal signs of use, near-new appearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eDual-band radio, PoE, Ethernet port, and status indicators verified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;background:#f5f8fb;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eB — Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;background:#f5f8fb;\"\u003eLight surface or mounting marks, fully 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