Enable MIMO 4x4 on AP 3700 series

[Arie --]

Hello,

I read the datasheet of Cisco AP 3700 series that it can enable the MIMO 4x4 if the AP connected to PoE+ port.

What configuration do I need to set on WLC/switch to enable the MIMO 4x4?

Thank you

[Rasika Nayanajith · Accepted solution]

3700 is a 802.11ac wave 1 AP which support SU-MIMO (Single User MIMO). Refer this for more information 

http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/aironet-3600-series/white_paper_c11-713103.html#_Toc383047851

MU-MIMO supports in 802.11ac wave2 products. Refer below to get a better understanding how MU-MIMO works. To support this your client should have MU-MIMO supports wireless NIC.

Cisco MU-MIMO Deep Dive

Configuration wise I do not think special settings as long as you enable all 802.11ac data rates you should be fine.

HTH

Rasika

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[Arie --]

Hi,

So, I just need to enable all 802.11ac data only on WLC to enable MIMO 4x4 on AP 3700 series?

About the power consumption on PoE+, how much the maximum Watt that will be consumed by the AP when the MIMO is enabled?

Thank you

[Moin Ilyas]

For the access point to operate at its full potential, using an 802.3at PoE switch or AIR-PWRINJ4 power injector is recommended.

For more details, please refer to the following link:

http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/access_point/3700/quick/guide/ap3700getstart.html

[Arie --]

Hi,

Thanks guys for the information. :)

Regards,

Arie

[gohussai]

No Special configuration needed if you enable 802.11ac data Rate on 5Ghz channel from WLC GUI for LAP.

Further more you need to understand difference between SU-MIMO and MU-MIMO.

check the video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZOJv6YGcAY