Learn how Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC) supports 6 GHz Standard Power mode on the Cisco Catalyst IW9165E, including operational requirements, power limitations, and deployment considerations.
The 6 GHz Standard Power mode is a regulatory-compliant operational mode for access points (APs) that requires coordination through an Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC) system.
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Standard Power APs must obtain available frequencies and power levels from the AFC system before operation.
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The AFC system determines allowable frequencies and maximum power based on regulatory body data (such as FCC for the U.S.).
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Transmission power is limited to a maximum of 36 dB EIRP, and APs are permitted in UNII-5 and UNII-7 bands in the -B (U.S) domain.
Standard power mode operation and deployment
The Cisco Catalyst IW9165E supports AFC 6 GHz Standard Power mode, enabling APs to operate in outdoor environments with regulatory compliance. The AFC system computes available frequencies and power, and coordinates AP operation to avoid interference.
| AP Deployment Mode |
6G Deployment Mode |
Low-power Indoor Support |
Standard Power Support |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indoor AP |
Outdoor |
No |
Yes |
| Max Conducted per Path Power (SP/AFC) |
Antenna Gain |
Tx x Rx Chains |
Max EIRP (SP/AFC) |
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| 20-80Mhz |
160Mhz |
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| 17 dBm |
17 dBm |
7 dBi |
2x2 |
27 dBm |