Cisco Meraki CW9178I Wi-Fi 7 Access Point - Quad-Radio, 4x4 MIMO (16 Spatial Streams), Dual 10 Gbps Ports, GNSS/GPS, and IoT Radio for Redundant High-Performance Connectivity - CW9178I-CFG

Cisco’s Wi-Fi 7 access points set a new standard in wireless performance, designed for high-capacity environments and critical operations. With blazing speeds, enhanced security, and reliable connectivity, these access points provide flexible deployment options to fit diverse organizational requirements, whether in on-premises, cloud, or hybrid networks.

Catalyst 9176 Series access points offer low-latency, high-efficiency Wi-Fi 7 for demanding applications like HD streaming, AR, and VR. Operating across the 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands, this series delivers high capacity, increased data rates, and reduced interference for consistent performance in challenging conditions.

The Catalyst 9176 Series includes models tailored for different needs. The 9176I features an omni-directional antenna suitable for general deployments, while the 9176D1 with a built-in directional antenna is ideal for high-ceiling spaces like auditoriums and warehouses, eliminating the need for external antennas and additional hardware.

For simplified network management, these access points allow seamless migration from on-premises to cloud-based management using the Meraki platform, offering both adaptability and cost-efficiency. By uniting Catalyst’s on-premises capabilities with Meraki’s cloud platform, the 9176 Series delivers an exceptional, unified network experience.

Seamless Cisco Meraki Integration

Pairing the Cisco 9176 Series access points with the Meraki cloud provides an intuitive, powerful platform for network monitoring and management at scale. The Meraki dashboard offers an interactive interface with tools to automate policy enforcement, network segmentation, and optimization, covering thousands of devices and sites globally.

Key features include:

• Cisco Spaces for advanced location-based insights
• Cisco Identity Services Engine for secure access management
• Meraki Health for real-time optimization and assurance
• Smart cameras and sensors through Meraki Vision for enhanced visibility

Compatibility with Cisco Catalyst 9800 WLC

The Catalyst 9176 Series integrates smoothly with Catalyst 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers and Cisco Catalyst Center, delivering cohesive network management with built-in security features, automated configuration, and analytics.

Available features:

• Location-based analytics via Cisco Spaces
• Identity-based secure access control
• Advanced network assurance with Catalyst Center’s Intelligence Capture (iCAP)

High-Efficiency, Future-Ready Wi-Fi 7 Access Points

The 9176 Series includes configurable flex radios that can operate in either 2.4 or 5 GHz modes, enabling dual-band or tri-band configurations that utilize the 6 GHz band for increased bandwidth and minimized interference—perfect for next-generation applications.

The cloud-managed CW9176 access point delivers impressive 18 Gbps* aggregate frame rates, with dedicated scanning radios for network security, automatic RF optimization, and integrated Bluetooth for IoT. This powerful setup is ideal for high-density, performance-intensive environments.

Simplified Insights and Advanced Analytics

With Meraki Health, the CW9176 access points offer intelligent insights, performance monitoring, and client density analysis to keep your network operating at its best.

Flexible Management Options

Cisco 9176 Series access points offer dual management modes, allowing you to deploy them on-premises with Catalyst 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers or through Meraki’s cloud-based dashboard, giving your organization the flexibility to adapt as needs evolve.