Product Type | Access Point |
Model | CW9176I |
Form Factor | Ceiling mountable / Wall mountable |
Environment | Indoor |
Weight | 1.75 kg (3.86 lb) |
Power Requirements | PoE+ (802.3at) / Cisco Universal PoE (UPOE) |
Power Consumption (Max) | 31.5 W |
Flash Memory | 16 GB |
RAM | 4 GB |
Service & Support Type | Limited lifetime warranty |
Cisco CW9176I Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Access Point with UWB, Global

Key Benefits

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- Future-ready with support for Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) across tri-band operation
- Enhanced precision and IoT capability with integrated Ultra-Wideband (UWB) radio
- Multigigabit Ethernet uplinks (up to 10 Gbps) ensure high-speed and scalable deployment
Product Overview
The Cisco CW9176I Global version is an advanced tri-band access point supporting Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), engineered for high-performance indoor wireless networks. It operates across the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands with 4x4 MU-MIMO omni antennas, delivering reliable performance in high-density scenarios. With 16 GB flash and 4 GB DRAM, alongside multigigabit (up to 10 Gbps) Ethernet and an integrated UWB radio, it supports next-gen connectivity and advanced location services. Ideal for enterprises and campuses, it is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be (Wi-Fi 7) |
Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz; 6 GHz |
MIMO Type | 4x4 MU-MIMO |
Antenna Type | Internal Omni-directional antennas |
Radio Count | Tri-radio |
Max Supported Clients | Up to 200 per radio |
Integrated UWB Support | Yes |
Modulation Types | 1024-QAM, OFDMA |
Compliance & Origin
Networking Compliant Standards | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be |
Country of Origin | |
TAA Compliance | |
Certifications | UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, RoHS, WEEE, EN 60601-1-2 |
Advanced Security Features
Wireless Security | WPA3, WPA2-Enterprise, 802.1X |
Rogue AP Detection | Yes |
Integrated IDS/IPS | Yes, with DNA Center integration |
Content Filtering | Yes (requires Cisco Umbrella subscription) |
Secure Boot | Supported |
Malware Protection | Cisco Talos backed threat intelligence (license required) |
Interfaces
Networking Type | Ethernet |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbps |
Networking / Ports Qty | 3 |
Uplink Interface | 1x Multigigabit Ethernet (2.5G/5G/10GBase-T) |
Secondary Interface | 1x 1 Gbps Ethernet |
Console Port | 1x USB-C |
Power over Ethernet (PoE) | Supported |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 9.5 Inch (241.3 mm) |
Depth | 9.5 Inch (241.3 mm) |
Height | 2.0 Inch (50.8 mm) |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 93% (non-condensing) |
Mounting Options | Ceiling, Wall |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco Meraki Dashboard / Cisco Catalyst Center |
Cloud Management | Supported via Cisco Meraki or DNA Center |
Required License | Cisco DNA licenses for advanced features |
Software Updates | Included with active license |