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Cisco CW9176I-CFG | Wireless 9176 Wi-Fi 7 Tri-Band Access Point, 18 Gbps

CW9176I-CFG

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Description

The Cisco Cisco CW9176I-CFG is a high-performance Wi-Fi 7 indoor access point designed for enterprise environments requiring ultra-high capacity and throughput. Featuring tri-band operation across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz with 4x4:4 MU-MIMO across all three radios, it delivers aggregate speeds up to 18 Gbps. The access point includes five radios: three client-serving radios, a dedicated tri-band security and scanning radio for 24/7 WIDS/WIPS, and an integrated Bluetooth 5.3 IoT radio. With a single 10 Gigabit Ethernet port and flexible deployment options supporting both Cisco Cisco cloud management and Catalyst 9800 on-premises controllers, the CW9176I is ideal for high-density deployments in offices, healthcare, education, and retail.

Features

Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with support for 320 MHz channels, 4K-QAM modulation, and Multi-Link Operation (MLO)
- 12 spatial streams total: 4x4:4 MU-MIMO across three simultaneous radios (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz)
- Aggregate throughput up to 18 Gbps with tri-radio concurrent operation
- Dedicated fourth radio for continuous tri-band (2.4/5/6 GHz) Air Marshal WIDS/WIPS, spectrum analysis, and location services
- Integrated fifth radio: Bluetooth 5.3 Low Energy (BLE) and ultra-wideband (UWB) for IoT applications and asset tracking
- 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplink (100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G multigigabit auto-negotiation)
- Software-defined flex radio: configurable for tri-band (2.4/5/6 GHz) or dual 5 GHz + 6 GHz operation
- Full 6 GHz band support with 160 MHz and 320 MHz channel widths for ultra-high throughput and reduced interference
- UL/DL OFDMA and UL/DL MU-MIMO for efficient multi-user environments
- BSS coloring (Spatial Reuse) for improved performance in dense RF environments
- Target Wake Time (TWT) for power-efficient operation with IoT and mobile devices
- Maximal ratio combining (MRC) and beamforming for extended range and reliability
- WPA3-Personal, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA3-Suite B, Enhanced Open, and 192-bit encryption
- 802.1X authentication with native Active Directory integration
- Hardware-accelerated AES encryption engine
- Intelligent Capture (iCAP) for deep packet inspection and network analytics
- Built-in GPS/GNSS module with external antenna port for location analytics and timing
- USB 2.0 port (9W) for external IoT devices and sensors
- Environmental sensors: power, pressure, and accelerometer for asset management and monitoring
- Cisco Meraki cloud management: zero-touch provisioning, automatic firmware updates, intuitive dashboard
- Cisco Catalyst Center and Catalyst 9800 WLC support: AI/ML-driven analytics, SD-Access, Software-Defined Networking
- Flexible mode migration: switch between cloud and on-premises management without hardware changes
- Unified global SKU (single PID) for worldwide deployment across all regulatory domains
- Mounting options: ceiling tile, T-bar, wall mount, or plenum-rated enclosures
- Operating modes: Local, FlexConnect, Monitor, Sniffer, Site Survey

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Technical Specifications

Wi-Fi Standard: 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7), backward compatible with 802.11ax/ac/n/a/g/b
- Radio Configuration: Tri-band with three 4x4:4 MU-MIMO radios (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz)
- Aggregate Data Rate: Up to 18 Gbps (tri-radio simultaneous operation)
- Additional Radios: Dedicated tri-band scanning radio (2.4/5/6 GHz) for WIDS/WIPS and spectrum analysis; integrated BLE 5.3 and UWB IoT radio
- Ethernet Interface: 1x 10GBASE-T (100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G) RJ-45 port
- Power Input: 802.3bt (PoE++ Class 6, 60W for full operation), 802.3at (PoE+, 25.5W degraded mode), 802.3af (PoE, configuration only)
- Power Consumption: 30W to 52W depending on mode and radio configuration
- Additional Ports: USB 2.0 (9W, disabled under 802.3at), console port (RJ-45, 115200 bps), external GPS/GNSS antenna port
- Antennas: Internal omnidirectional - 2.4 GHz: 5 dBi peak gain; 5 GHz: 5 dBi peak gain; 6 GHz: 6 dBi peak gain
- Channel Width Support: 20/40 MHz (802.11n), 20/40/80 MHz (802.11ac), 20/40/80/160 MHz (802.11ax), 20/40/80/160/320 MHz (802.11be)
- Advanced Features: UL/DL OFDMA, UL/DL MU-MIMO, BSS coloring, TWT, beamforming, up to 4K-QAM modulation
- Security: WPA3-Personal, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, 802.1X, AES encryption, 192-bit encryption support
- Built-in Sensors: GPS/GNSS module, power sensor, pressure sensor, accelerometer
- Management: Cisco Meraki cloud dashboard or Cisco Catalyst Center with Catalyst 9800 WLC; supports mode migration
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 9.5 x 2.0 in (24 x 24 x 5.1 cm)
- Weight: 3.4 lb (1.56 kg)
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
- Certifications: Wi-Fi Alliance Wi-Fi 7 (R1), Wi-Fi 6 (R2), Wi-Fi 6E, WPA3-R3, WPA3-Suite B, IEEE 802.3ab/af/at/bt/bz, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be

FAQs

Q: What power budget is required for full operation of the CW9176I?
A: The CW9176I requires 802.3bt PoE++ (Class 6) capable of delivering 60W for full operation with all three client-serving radios active at 4x4:4, 10 Gigabit Ethernet link speed, and USB functionality. With 802.3at PoE+ (25.5W), the AP operates in degraded mode with 2x2 on 2.4 GHz and 4x4 on 5/6 GHz, 2.5G link speed, and disabled USB. For staging only, 802.3af is supported but all radios remain off.

Q: Can the CW9176I be switched between cloud and on-premises management?
A: Yes, the CW9176I features a unified global SKU that supports flexible deployment and mode migration. It can be initially deployed with Cisco Meraki cloud management and later migrated to on-premises management with Catalyst 9800 WLC and Cisco Catalyst Center, or vice versa, without requiring hardware replacement or redistribution.

Q: What is the purpose of the fourth dedicated scanning radio?
A: The CW9176I includes a fourth dedicated tri-band radio (2.4/5/6 GHz) that operates full-time as a security and spectrum analysis radio. It provides 24/7 Air Marshal WIDS/WIPS capabilities, rogue AP detection, RF interference characterization, location analytics, and automated RF optimization without impacting client-serving capacity on the three main radios.

Q: Does the CW9176I support dual 5 GHz operation?
A: Yes, the CW9176I features a software-configurable flex radio that can operate in either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz mode. This allows deployment in a tri-band configuration (2.4/5/6 GHz) or a dual 5 GHz configuration (5/5/6 GHz), providing flexibility to maximize throughput in specific RF environments or to leverage dual 5 GHz for legacy client support alongside 6 GHz.

Q: What IoT and location capabilities does the CW9176I offer?
A: The CW9176I integrates a fifth radio supporting Bluetooth 5.3 Low Energy for BLE scanning, beaconing, and IoT device connectivity, plus ultra-wideband (UWB) support for precision location tracking. It includes a built-in GPS/GNSS module for outdoor location analytics and an external GPS antenna port. The USB 2.0 port (9W) supports external IoT sensors and devices when powered by 802.3bt.

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