Cisco Meraki CW9176D1-CFG Wi-Fi 7 Access Point - Tri-Radio, 4x4 MIMO (12 Spatial Streams), 10 Gbps Port, Integrated GNSS/GPS, and IoT Radio for Next-Gen Connectivity - CW9176D1-CFG

Cisco’s Wi-Fi 7 access points usher in a new era of wireless connectivity, optimized for today’s high-density environments and critical applications. Engineered for unprecedented speed, robust security, and reliable performance, these access points integrate easily into various deployment models, supporting both on-premises and cloud-based network configurations to match your organizational setup.

The Catalyst 9176 Series enhances user experience with low-latency, high-performance Wi-Fi 7, empowering applications like video streaming, augmented reality, and virtual reality. Leveraging 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands, this series offers greater capacity, higher data rates, and a more stable network with reduced interference for even the most demanding environments.

The Catalyst 9176 Series features include the 9176I model with an omni-directional antenna, ideal for general deployments, and the 9176D1 model, which provides a built-in directional antenna, perfect for high-ceiling areas such as auditoriums and warehouses. Both models are designed to provide adaptable, high-performance coverage while minimizing the need for additional hardware.

These access points also support flexible network management. If you initially deploy on-premises, the 9176 Series allows seamless migration to cloud-based management through the Meraki platform, eliminating the need for additional equipment and reducing long-term costs. This series unites the power of Catalyst’s on-premises platform with Meraki’s cloud IT platform for an optimized network experience.

Enhanced Cisco Meraki Integration

The Cisco Wireless 9176 Series access points, paired with the Meraki cloud, deliver a unified platform for monitoring and managing networks at scale. The Meraki dashboard provides intuitive tools for managing policies, segmentation, and network optimization, offering administrators robust oversight and automated tools across thousands of devices and sites worldwide.

Features include:

• Real-time location analytics with Cisco Spaces
• Secure access control through Cisco Identity Services Engine
• Meraki Health for predictive network optimization
• Meraki Vision, which includes sensors and smart cameras for enhanced network visibility

Cisco Catalyst 9800 WLC Compatibility

The Catalyst 9176 Series integrates with the Catalyst 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers and Cisco Catalyst Center, combining network intelligence with automation for consistency and security across your network. This pairing enables:

• Access to Cisco Spaces for location-based analytics
• Cisco Identity Services Engine for enhanced security management
• Advanced assurance through Catalyst Center with Intelligence Capture (iCAP)

High-Performance, Future-Ready Wi-Fi 7 Solution

The Catalyst 9176 Series includes configurable flex radios that can operate in 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz modes, offering dual-band or tri-band configurations with 6 GHz support. This ensures enhanced bandwidth, lower interference, and maximized performance, ideal for the latest generation of high-demand applications.

Designed as a cloud-managed 4x4:4 Wi-Fi 7 access point, the CW9176 achieves aggregate frame rates of up to 18 Gbps*, featuring WIDS/WIPS for network security, real-time RF optimization, and integrated Bluetooth scanning. This platform is engineered to handle intensive, high-density applications, from HD video to enterprise-grade security and IoT management.

Simplified Network Insights and Analytics

The CW9176 access points benefit from Meraki Health, which provides data-driven insights, anomaly detection, performance scoring, and client density mapping. These advanced analytics make it easier to monitor and optimize network health and usage patterns.

Flexible Management Options

The Cisco Wireless 9176 Series offers dual management options, allowing deployment on-premises with Catalyst 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers or through Meraki’s cloud platform, giving organizations the freedom to adjust as network needs change over time.