Configuration of Cisco AP 9115

[gprintemps]

Hi,

Following my understanding, Cisco AP 9115 can be configured using Mobility Express or a controller. 

What's the status concerning Mobility Express? Is it now available or still planned?

If Mobility Express is not available, does it mean the AP can ONLY be configured using a controller? 

If it is correct, can someone confirm that currently, there is no way to configure it without a controller?

Best Regards  

[patoberli]

Based on the latest release notes for Mobility Express: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/access_point/mob_exp/89/release_notes/b_ME_RN_89.html
The catalyst series is not yet supported for ME and requires a WLC running 8.9.x or newer, or a Cat9800 or I think Cat9300.

[gprintemps]

Thanks for the confirmation.

Meantime, is there a way to configure it using the console or ONLY a controller can be used?

I would like to buy it for a personal usage and buying a controller is exceeding my budget...

Regards,

[patoberli · Accepted solution]

Currently only with controller is possible. I guess once they release 8.10.x they add Mobility Express (or maybe in a newer 8.9 release) you can use it standalone. But currently you require a WLC to use it.
There is also the virtual vWLC, maybe that is an idea? Otherwise the cheapest compatible WLC is probably the model 3504.

[gprintemps]

Thanks for your quick answer.

Then, I will have to wait...