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Cisco Systems, Inc.

Cisco Systems, Inc. 5-CBW240AC-B 5-pack access point

SKU CH-1MSW-9PS8J MPN 5-CBW240AC-B

Five-pack of dual-band wireless access points with 802.11ac Wave 1 and 2 MU-MIMO, dual Gigabit PoE ports and mesh extendability for business Wi-Fi

  • Interface type2 x Gigabit (10/100/1000BASE-T autosensing), Power over Ethe
  • Supported standardsIEEE 802.3 IEEE 802.3ab IEEE 802.3af/at IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/
  • Wireless speed802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbit/s 802.11a/g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 2
  • Security features802.11i, Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2), WAP3 (future), WPA
  • Antenna configuration2.4 GHz, peak gain 4 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional
  • Indicator lightsStatus LED indicates boot loader status, association status,
  • 11ac Wave 1 and 2 with MU-MIMO boosts multi-user throughput
  • Mesh extenders or access points mix to expand Wi-Fi coverage
  • 69 Gbit/s peak rate on 5 GHz for demanding apps
  • Dual Gigabit ports with PoE simplify wired backhaul and power
  • Internal omnidirectional antennas cover 2.4 GHz at 4 dBi and 5 GHz at 5 dBi

Cisco Business 240AC five-pack for small-business

The Cisco Business 240AC five-pack delivers IEEE 802.11ac Wave 1 and 2 access with MU-MIMO for small to medium businesses needing consistent coverage across multiple rooms. Each unit supports 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands with internal omnidirectional antennas rated at 4 dBi and 5 dBi peak gain. Two autosensing Gigabit Ethernet ports and PoE simplify cabling in ceiling or wall deployments. The pack suits offices, retail spaces and clinics that want a single SKU for multi-point rollout.

Sustained load behaviour with MU-MIMO and mesh

Under continuous client traffic the access points use 802.11ac data rates from 6.5 to 1733 Mbps on 5 GHz and 6.5 to 600 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, limited to 20 MHz channels and MCS 0 to 15. MU-MIMO serves multiple devices simultaneously, reducing airtime contention during video conferencing or 4K streaming. Mesh capability allows mixing with Cisco Business extenders to fill dead zones without additional controllers. The status LED reports boot, association and error states for quick health checks during peak hours.

Installation notes and common pitfalls

Mounting is straightforward using the supplied brackets and PoE power from a compatible switch or injector; no separate power adapter is required. The RJ-45 console port and USB 2.0 port are non-functional, so initial configuration must be done over the network interface. Ensure the PoE budget meets IEEE 802.3af/at on both Ethernet ports to avoid intermittent reboots. Operate within 0 °C to 50 °C and 10 % to 90 % non-condensing humidity for reliable service.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCISCO
Product lineBusiness 240AC
Model name5-CBW240AC-B
Connectivity
Supported standardsIEEE 802.3
IEEE 802.3ab
IEEE 802.3af/at
IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
IEEE 802.11h, 802.11d
Wireless speed802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbit/s
802.11a/g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbit/s
802.11n data rates on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz: 6.5 to 600 Mbit/s (only 20 MHz and MCS 0 to MCS 15)
802.11ac data rates (5 GHz): 6.5 to 1,733 Mbit/s (MCS0-MCS9)
Antenna configuration2.4 GHz, peak gain 4 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional
5 GHz, peak gain 5 dBi, internal antenna, omnidirectional
Ports & slots
Interface type2 x Gigabit (10/100/1000BASE-T autosensing), Power over Ethernet (PoE)
RJ-45 console port (not functional)
USB 2.0 (not functional)
Size & build
Product dimensions1.5 in × 7 in × 7 in
Product weight0.94 lb (0.43 kg)
Shipping weight2.27 kg
Package size457 × 406 × 152 mm
Environment & compliance
Temperature range0 °C - 50 °C (32 °F - 122 °F)
Humidity range10% - 90% (Non-Condensing)
More details
Security features802.11i, Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2), WAP3 (future), WPA
802.1X
Advanced Encryption Standards (AES)
Indicator lightsStatus LED indicates boot loader status, association status, operating status, boot loader warnings, boot loader errors

Questions about this item

How much heat does each Cisco Business 240AC access point generate when running continuously at 0°C to 50°C?

The units operate between 0°C and 50°C (32°F to 122°F) with internal antennas and a single status LED, drawing power through PoE on the two Gigabit Ethernet ports.

What PoE standard must my switch support to power all five Cisco Business 240AC access points?

Each access point requires IEEE 802.3af/at PoE on its two autosensing 10/100/1000BASE-T ports, so the switch must deliver at least 802.3af power on every connected port.

Can the Cisco Business 240AC access points mesh with older Cisco APs that only support 802.11n?

Yes, mesh technology supports mixing Cisco Business mesh extenders or access points, and the radios cover 802.11n rates of 6.5 to 600 Mbps on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.

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