{"product_id":"cw9172i-rtg","title":"CW9172I-RTG - Cisco Wireless 9172I Wi-Fi 7 Access Point","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCisco Wireless 9172I\u003c\/strong\u003e (SKU: \u003cstrong\u003eCW9172I-RTG\u003c\/strong\u003e) is an advanced \u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi 7 enterprise indoor access point\u003c\/strong\u003e equipped with a high-performance eight-radio architecture, delivering next-generation wireless connectivity for modern business environments. This multi-band AP supports three distinct Wi-Fi frequency bands (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz) alongside additional radios for IoT, making it ideal for organisations seeking future-ready wireless infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Radio Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The AP operates in tri-band mode as 2.4 GHz (2x2:2), 5 GHz (2x2:2), 6 GHz (2x2:2), or in dual-band mode as 2.4 GHz (2x2:2), and 5 GHz (4x4:4). The CW9172I provides a maximum of 9 Gbps aggregate frame rate with concurrent 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz radios, ensuring exceptional throughput for bandwidth-intensive applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnified Management Platform:\u003c\/strong\u003e These access points seamlessly operate in a cloud, on-premises, or hybrid deployment mode. Designed for seamless integration with the Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controller, this AP delivers superior connectivity, expanded coverage, and support for advanced IoT applications. The CW9172I-RTG can also be managed either on-premises with Catalyst 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC) or cloud-managed through the Meraki dashboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi 7 (802.11be)\u003c\/strong\u003e technology with support for 802.11ax clients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTri-radio or dual-radio configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e with software-defined flex radio capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 9 Gbps aggregate throughput\u003c\/strong\u003e across all frequency bands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated omnidirectional antennas\u003c\/strong\u003e for comprehensive coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated fourth radio\u003c\/strong\u003e for real-time WIDS\/WIPS with automated RF optimisation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFifth integrated IoT radio\u003c\/strong\u003e with Bluetooth Low Energy scanning and beacon capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMU-MIMO and OFDMA\u003c\/strong\u003e support for efficient multi-device connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5 Gigabit Ethernet\u003c\/strong\u003e port for high-speed wired connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB 2.0 port\u003c\/strong\u003e for peripheral integration (requires 45W PoE)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e802.3at PoE\u003c\/strong\u003e powered (30W for full radio functionality)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnterprise-grade security\u003c\/strong\u003e with WPA3, AES encryption, and 802.1X authentication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobal use design\u003c\/strong\u003e with single SKU for worldwide deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Security and Analytics:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CW9172I's dedicated tri-band scanning and security radio continually assesses the environment, characterising RF interference and containing wireless threats like rogue access points. The AP supports machine learning-based anomaly detection, server root cause analysis, wireless client scoring based on performance and connectivity metrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and Energy-Efficient Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measuring 20 x 20 x 5.3 cm and weighing just 874 g, this compact access point features backward-compatible mounting options, streamlining brownfield deployments and reducing installation complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Healthcare clinics, retail stores, boutique hotels, student housing, satellite offices, regional branches, distributed enterprises, and any medium-density environment requiring reliable, high-performance \u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi 7 connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controllers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe CW9172I-RTG requires Cisco IOS XE 17.15.2b or later for on-premises controller-based management. Compatible with Catalyst 9800-40, 9800-80, 9800-L, CW9800M, and CW9800H1\/H2 controllers for centralised network management and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCisco Meraki Cloud Management\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCloud-managed deployment through the Meraki dashboard with intuitive browser-based interface, zero-touch provisioning, and 24\/7 monitoring. 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