Data Sheet

Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N Selectable-Band

Access Point with Single Point Setup
Secure and Easy to Deploy Wireless-N Networking with Gigabit Ethernet Connectivity

Highlights
● Provides selectable-band high-bandwidth 802.11n wireless connectivity for maximum performance
● Supports high-speed connections with Gigabit Ethernet LAN interface for demanding applications
● Single Point Setup simplifies the deployment of multiple wireless access points
● Bridges wired LANs together wirelessly to reduce cabling and installation costs
● Easy to set up and manage by using the configuration wizard
● Safeguards business information with enhanced security, including advanced encryption, secure
authentication, and rogue access point detection

Product Overview
As business applications become more powerful and sophisticated, organizations are looking for new ways to
extend the performance and reach of their office networks. Delivering secure, high-speed wireless connectivity to
employees, partners, and guests anywhere in the office is key. The Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N Selectable-Band
Access Point with Single Point Setup makes it easy to deliver advanced 802.11n wireless networking with
business-class features – at an affordable price. This flexible solution is perfect for connecting up to 20 employees
on a single WAP321. With Single Point Setup, the wireless LAN can scale up to a total of eight WAP321 devices to
provide broader coverage and to support additional users as business needs change.

Built specifically for small businesses, the Cisco WAP321 offers selectable-band 802.11n wireless technology
to deliver high throughput and extended range throughout your office. Advanced quality-of-service (QoS) features
let you prioritize traffic to support bandwidth-sensitive applications. This sophisticated control enables you to take
advantage of voice over WLAN (VoWLAN) to place or receive calls over the wireless LAN infrastructure.

Designed for growing organizations, the Cisco WAP321 offers the ability to smoothly scale your network by
bridging wired LANs together wirelessly, to reduce cabling and installation costs. It supports multiple Service Set
Identifiers (SSIDs) to enable you to segregate traffic for different departments, users, and communication devices.

For companies that need to provide secure wireless guest access, the Cisco WAP321 offers captive portal support
that lets you create a wireless hotspot with visitor authentication.

The Cisco WAP321 is simple to set up and use, with intuitive wizard-based configuration to get you up and running
in minutes. A sleek, compact design with flexible mounting options enables the access point to smoothly blend into
any small business environment. Power over Ethernet (PoE) support makes the device easy to install without the
need for separate power plugs or expensive new wiring.

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 To enhance reliability and safeguard sensitive business information data, the Cisco WAP321 supports WiFi
Protected Access (WPA2), encoding all your wireless transmissions with powerful encryption. 802.1X RADIUS
authentication helps keep unauthorized users out. Single Point Setup is a controllerless multi-access point
deployment technology that allows you to deploy and manage multiple access points in a simple and cost-effective
way across your premises.

Single Point Setup provides a unique centralized method to administer and control wireless services across
multiple devices. Via one access point on the LAN, you have a single view of the whole WLAN to replicate
configuration, security, and management across all access points.

With the Cisco WAP321, you can build on your existing network to deliver high-performance wireless access with
the scalability you need as your business grows and evolves.

Figure 1 shows a typical configuration using this wireless access point. Figures 2 and 3 show the front and back,
respectively, of the Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N Selectable-Band Access Point with Single Point Setup.

Figure 1. Typical Configuration

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 Figure 2. Front Panel of the Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N Selectable-Band Access Point with Single Point Setup

Figure 3. Back Panel of the Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N Selectable-Band Access Point with Single Point Setup

Features
● Highly secure, high-speed 802.11n wireless networking delivers enhanced throughput and extended
range for bandwidth-intensive applications.
● Wizard-based setup and configuration enables fast, simple deployment.
● Single Point Setup controllerless multi-access point deployment and management technology makes
configuration simple.
● Gigabit Ethernet LAN interface provides high-speed connectivity for faster downloads and
demanding applications.
● Selectable-band wireless access lets you switch bands to minimize interference from other office
devices and improve performance.
● Robust security, including WPA2, 802.1X with RADIUS secure authentication, and rogue access
point detection, helps protect sensitive business information.
● Support for PoE enables easy installation without the expense of additional wiring.
● Workgroup Bridge mode lets you expand your network by wirelessly connecting to a second
Ethernet network.

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 ● Elegant, compact design with internal antennas and versatile mounting kit enables installation on a ceiling,
wall, or desktop.
● Intelligent QoS prioritizes network traffic to keep critical network applications running at top performance.
● Power-saving sleep mode and port control features help maximize energy efficiency.
● Highly secure guest access enables safe wireless connectivity for visitors.
● Support for IPv6 lets you deploy future networking applications and operating systems without
costly upgrades.

Specifications
Table 1 lists the specifications, package contents, and minimum requirements for the Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N
Selectable-Band Access Point with Single Point Setup.

Table 1. Specifications

Specifications Description
Standards IEEE 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.3, 802.3u, 802.1X (security authentication), 802.1Q (VLAN), 802.11i
(WPA2 security), 802.11e (wireless QoS), IPv4 (RFC 791), IPv6 (RFC 2460)
Ports Ethernet, Power
Switch Power button (on/off)

Buttons Reset
Cabling type Category 5e or better
LEDs Power, Wireless, LAN

Operating system Linux

Physical Interfaces
Ports Gigabit Ethernet, 12V DC power with support for 802.3af PoE

Power supply Not included with access point, but supports external power 12V DC power jack (Energy Star 2.0 compliant
with Efficiency Level 5) and 802.3af PoE
Buttons Power (on/off) push button; Reset button

Lock slot Slot for Kensington lock

LED Power, Wireless, Ethernet
Physical Specifications
Physical dimensions (W x D x H) 6.66 x 6.67 x 1.38 in. (169.08 x 169.42 x 35 mm)
Weight 0.606 lb or 275g
PoE

PoE 802.3af
Peak PoE power 10.6W
Network Capabilities

Network protocols IEEE 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.3, 802.3u, 802.1X (security authentication), 802.1Q (VLAN), 802.11i
(WPA2 security), 802.11e (wireless QoS), IPv4 (RFC 791), IPv6 (RFC 2460), RADIUS, syslog,
HTTP/HTTPS, Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

VLAN support Yes

Number of VLANs 1 management VLAN plus 8 VLANs for SSID
Multiple SSIDs 8
802.1X supplicant Yes
802.11d No
SSID to VLAN mapping Yes
Auto channel selection Yes

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 Specifications Description
Spanning tree Yes
Load balancing Yes
IPv6 Yes
● IPv6 host support
● IPv6 RADIUS, syslog, Network Time Protocol (NTP), etc.

Layer 2 802.1Q-based VLANS, 8 active VLANS plus 1 management VLAN

Security
WEP/WPA/WPA2 Yes, including Enterprise authentication
Access control Yes, management access control list (ACL) plus MAC ACL
Secure management HTTPS
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Yes (soft WPS, no hardware push button)
SSID broadcast Yes

Rogue access point detection Yes

Mounting and Physical Security
Multiple mounting options Desktop installation; mounting bracket included for easy ceiling or wall mounting

Physical security lock Kensington lock slot

Quality of Service
Quality of service (QoS) Wi-Fi Multimedia Traffic Specification (WMM TSPEC)

Performance
Wireless throughput Data rate =300 Mbps; actual client throughput will vary.
Recommended user support Up to 32 connective users, 20 active users

Configuration
Web user interface Built-in web user interface for easy browser-based configuration (HTTP/HTTPS)
Multi-Access Point Management

Single Point Setup Yes

Maximum access points per 8
cluster

Active clients per cluster 80

Management
Management protocols Web browser, SNMP v3, Bonjour
Remote management Yes
Event logging Local, remote syslog, email alerts
Network diagnostics Logging and packet capture
Web firmware upgrade Firmware upgradable through web browser, imported/exported configuration file
Dynamic Host Configuration DHCP client
Protocol (DHCP)
IPv6 host Yes
HTTP redirect Yes, and captive portal
Wireless
Frequency Selectable-band 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz (not concurrent)
Radio and modulation type Single radio, orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM)
WLAN 802.11n

Operating channels 1 to 13 (depending on country)

Wireless isolation Wireless isolation between clients
External antennas None

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 Specifications Description
Internal antennas Internal fixed PIFA antenna
Antenna gain in dBi 2 dBi each antenna
Transmitted output power ● 802.11b @ 11 Mbps: 17 dBm
● 802.11g @ 54 Mbps: 13 dBm
● 802.11n @ HT20HT40, MCS15: 13 dBm

Receiver sensitivity ● 802.11b: 11 Mbps @ –86 dBm

● 802.11g: 54 Mbps @ –71 dBm
● 802.11n: 300 Mbps @ –64 dBm

Wireless Distribution System Yes

(WDS)
Roaming Yes
Fast roaming 802.11i preauthentication

Active WLAN clients Same as number of users: 32 max connected users, 20 active users recommended
Multiple SSIDs 8
Wireless VLAN map Yes

WLAN security Yes

Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) Yes, with automatic power save, and Voice profile
Operating Modes

Access point Access Point mode, WDS bridging, Workgroup Bridge mode

Environmental

Power 12V 1A DC input, and IEEE 802.3af compliant PoE

Certifications FCC class B, CE, IC, Wi-Fi
Operating temperature 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)

Storage temperature –20° to 70°C (–4° to 158°F)

Operating humidity 10% to 85% noncondensing
Storage humidity 5% to 90% noncondensing

Mean time between failures 492281 hours

(MTBF)
Package Contents
● Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N Selectable-Band Access Point with Single Point Setup
● Ceiling/wall mounting kit
● User guide on CD-ROM
● Quick-start guide
● Ethernet network cable

Minimum Requirements
● 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n wireless adapter with TCP/IP protocol installed per PC
● Switch/router with PoE support or PoE injector when used with PoE
● Web-based configuration: Java-enabled web browser

Warranty
Access point Limited lifetime

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 Ordering Information
Table 2 gives ordering information for the Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N Selectable-Band Access Point with Single
Point Setup.

Table 2. Ordering Information

Part Number Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N Selectable-Band Access Point with Single Point Setup
WAP321-A-K9 Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N Selectable-Band Access Point with Single Point Setup (U.S./Canada, Australia, New
Zealand, India, Argentina, Brazil, Hong Kong, Singapore)
WAP321-E-K9 Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N Selectable-Band Access Point with Single Point Setup (Europe, Japan, Korea, Russia)
WAP321-C-K9 Cisco WAP321 Wireless-N Selectable-Band Access Point with Single Point Setup (China, Malaysia, Taiwan)
Part Number Cisco Small Business Power over Ethernet Injector
SB-PWR-INJ1-AU Cisco Small Business Power over Ethernet Injector (Australia, New Zealand)
SB-PWR-INJ1-UK Cisco Small Business Power over Ethernet Injector (United Kingdom)
SB-PWR-INJ1-NA Cisco Small Business Power over Ethernet Injector (North America)

SB-PWR-INJ1-JP Cisco Small Business Power over Ethernet Injector (Japan)

SB-PWR-INJ1-CN Cisco Small Business Power over Ethernet Injector (China, Hong Kong)
SB-PWR-INJ1-EU Cisco Small Business Power over Ethernet Injector (Europe)

SB-PWR-INJ1-IN Cisco Small Business Power over Ethernet Injector (India)

Part Number Cisco Small Business 12V Power Adapter
SB-PWR-12V-AU Cisco Small Business 12V Power Adapter (Australia, New Zealand)

SB-PWR-12V-UK Cisco Small Business 12V Power Adapter (United Kingdom)

SB-PWR-12V-NA Cisco Small Business 12V Power Adapter (North America)
SB-PWR-12V-JP Cisco Small Business 12V Power Adapter (Japan)

SB-PWR-12V-CN Cisco Small Business 12V Power Adapter (China, Hong Kong)
SB-PWR-12V-EU Cisco Small Business 12V Power Adapter (Europe)
SB-PWR-12V-KR Cisco Small Business 12V Power Adapter (Korea)

SB-PWR-12V-AR Cisco Small Business 12V Power Adapter (Argentina)

SB-PWR-12V-BR Cisco Small Business 12V Power Adapter (Brazil)

Cisco Limited Lifetime Warranty for Cisco Small Business Series Products
This Cisco Small Business product comes with a limited lifetime hardware warranty for complete peace of mind. Product
warranty terms and other information applicable to Cisco products are available at www.cisco.com/go/warranty.

Cisco Small Business Support Service

This optional service offers affordable, 3-year peace-of-mind coverage. This subscription-based, device-level
service helps you protect your investment and derive maximum value from Cisco Small Business products.
Delivered by Cisco and backed by your trusted partner, this comprehensive service includes software updates,
extended access to the Cisco Small Business Support Center, and expedited hardware replacement, should it
be required.

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