Product Type | Access Point |
Model | CW9176I |
Form Factor | Ceiling mount or wall mount |
Environment | Indoor |
MIMO Type | 4x4 MU-MIMO |
Radio Count | Tri |
Flash Memory | 16 GB |
RAM | 4 GB DRAM |
Warranty | Limited lifetime warranty |
Cisco Wireless 9176I Access Point, Tri-band, 4x4 MU-MIMO, Global

Key Benefits

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- Supports the latest Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 technologies, ensuring long-term investment protection.
- Integrated UWB capabilities make it ideal for emerging location-based applications and IoT tracking.
- Built with enterprise-grade specs like tri-band radio, 4x4 MU-MIMO, and limited lifetime warranty for reliable indoor networking.
Product Overview
The Cisco Wireless 9176I Access Point (Model CW9176I) delivers advanced wireless connectivity for enterprise environments requiring high performance and broad connectivity. This tri-band access point operates over the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz ranges, supporting Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac/ax and the emerging 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) standard. Its 4x4 MU-MIMO design allows it to serve multiple users simultaneously, improving throughput even in dense settings.
With 4 GB DRAM and 16 GB flash storage, it supports advanced network functions and management. Integrated Ultra-Wideband (UWB) adds precision for location-based services. It offers both Bluetooth and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, with three ports for flexible setups and includes a limited lifetime warranty.
Ideal for indoor deployments such as smart buildings and enterprise venues, the Cisco CW9176I is built to deliver future-ready wireless performance in demanding network environments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be (Wi-Fi 7) |
Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz |
Antenna Type | Internal omnidirectional antennas |
Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Support | Yes |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 5.1 |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Not disclosed (Inquire) |
TAA Compliant | Inquire |
Regulatory Compliance | FCC, CE, IC, UL, Wi-Fi Alliance certified |
Safety Certifications | UL 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1 |
Environmental Compliance | RoHS, WEEE |
Advanced Security Features
WPA Encryption | WPA3 Enterprise, WPA2 |
Integrated Firewall | Layer 3 firewall with client policies |
Content Filtering | Available through Meraki Dashboard |
Malware Protection | Yes, via Cisco Umbrella integration |
Intrusion Detection/Prevention | Yes, with Meraki Threat Protection Suite |
Interfaces
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Number of Ethernet Ports | 3 |
Data Transfer Rate | 1 Gbps |
Data Link Protocols | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Gigabit Ethernet |
Supported Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 802.11be, 802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3bt |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 9.5 inches (241 mm) |
Depth | 9.5 inches (241 mm) |
Height | 2 inches (50.8 mm) |
Weight | 3.0 lb (1.36 kg) |
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 95% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Platform | Cisco Meraki Dashboard |
Cloud Management | Yes (via Cisco Meraki) |
Licensing Requirement | Cisco Meraki license required |
Included Cloud Features | Device monitoring, configuration, alerting, and firmware updates |