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Cisco AIR-AP1542D-B-K9 End of Life & End of Support

Cisco Aironet 1542D Outdoor Access Point

Supported through Apr 30, 2027

The Aironet 1542D was a value tier 802.11ac Wave 2 outdoor access point with a directional antenna, built for perimeter and courtyard coverage. Cisco's bulletin directs migration to the Catalyst 9124AX Wi-Fi 6 outdoor access point series. It carries the same end of sale and support timeline as the 1830 and 1840 indoor series, all announced the same day.

Cisco AIR-AP1542D-B-K9 lifecycle milestone dates

End-of-Sale Date
May 1, 2022
End of Software Maintenance
May 1, 2023
Last Date of Support (LDoS)
Apr 30, 2027

Dates per Cisco’s official End-of-Sale/End-of-Life bulletin. Verify against your support contract before acting.

Running past End-of-Sale or Last Date of Support means no new Cisco TAC, hardware replacement, or security fixes. Uniqcli, an authorized Cisco partner, scopes a like-for-like or better replacement, confirms TAA compliance, accepts the Government Purchase Card (GPC), and plans a low-risk cutover.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Cisco AIR-AP1542D-B-K9 end of life?

Cisco announced End-of-Sale for the AIR-AP1542D-B-K9 effective May 1, 2022. The Last Date of Support (LDoS) is Apr 30, 2027, after which Cisco no longer provides support. Check the milestone dates on this page and plan your refresh accordingly.

What replaces the Cisco AIR-AP1542D-B-K9?

Cisco's recommended migration is the Cisco Catalyst 9124AX Outdoor Access Point (Wi-Fi 6). Uniqcli, an authorized Cisco partner, can quote the replacement TAA-compliant and GPC-payable, and help plan the cutover.

Can I still get support for the AIR-AP1542D-B-K9?

Yes, until the Last Date of Support (Apr 30, 2027) with an active SmartNet/Solution Support contract. After LDoS, independent third-party maintenance can extend hardware coverage. Uniqcli can review your install base, confirm coverage, and quote extended support or a refresh side by side.