Cisco Wireless CW9171I Wi-Fi 7 Indoor Access Point, 2x2 2.4 GHz + 5/6 GHz, 2.5GbE, Global Use
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Cisco Wireless CW9171I Wi-Fi 7 Indoor Access Point (CW9171I-CFG) — Limited Lifetime Warranty
Compact Wi-Fi 7 for low to moderate density
The Cisco Wireless CW9171I is an 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) indoor access point for hotels, retail stores, clinics, classrooms and branch offices with low to moderate client density.
2.4 GHz plus a selectable 5 or 6 GHz radio
One 2x2 radio serves 2.4 GHz and a second 2x2 radio runs on either 5 GHz or 6 GHz, chosen by the operator. Cisco lists an aggregate PHY rate of up to 6.0 Gbps, with 320 MHz channels available on 6 GHz.
Wi-Fi 7 features
Multi-Link Operation, 4K QAM, 320 MHz channels on 6 GHz and preamble puncturing are supported, alongside a dedicated scanning radio and an IoT radio with Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3 (upgradable to BLE 6).
2.5 Gbps uplink on PoE+
A single 2.5 Gbps multigigabit Ethernet port carries data and power. Full dual-radio operation needs 802.3at (PoE+); on 802.3af the AP runs a single 1x1 2.4 GHz radio at 1 Gbps.
Meraki dashboard or Catalyst controller
The CW9171I is a global-use, unified access point that can be managed from the Meraki cloud dashboard or by a Cisco Catalyst 9800 controller with Catalyst Center, without buying a different part number.
Cisco Wireless CW9171I Datasheet — Technical Specifications
Radios
| Wi-Fi standard | IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) |
| 2.4 GHz radio | 2x2 MIMO, two spatial streams, 20 MHz channels |
| 5 GHz / 6 GHz radio | 2x2 MIMO, two spatial streams; operates on 5 GHz (20/40/80/160 MHz) or 6 GHz (20/40/80/160/320 MHz) |
| Aggregate PHY rate | Up to 6.0 Gbps (802.11be) |
| Additional radios | Scan/auxiliary radio; IoT radio with Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3 (upgradable to BLE 6) |
Antennas
| Type | Integrated omnidirectional |
| Peak gain | 2.4 GHz: 4 dBi; 5 GHz: 5.5 dBi; 6 GHz: 6 dBi |
Interfaces & Power
| Ethernet | 1 x 100M/1G/2.5G multigigabit (RJ-45) |
| Console | RJ-45 management console |
| USB | USB 2.0, 4.5 W |
| DC input | 54 V DC jack option |
| 802.3at (PoE+) | Full dual-radio operation, 2.5 Gbps link |
| 802.3af (PoE) | 1x1 2.4 GHz only, 5/6 GHz and USB disabled, 1 Gbps link |
| Power consumption | Idle 9.8 W; typical 11.4 W (dual radio, PoE+) |
Software
| Catalyst management | Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series controllers or Catalyst 9000 embedded wireless controller, Cisco IOS XE 17.18.2 or later |
| Meraki management | Meraki MR 32.1.5 or later |
Physical & Environmental
| Dimensions | 20 x 20 x 5.3 cm (7.8 x 7.8 x 2.1 in.) |
| Weight | 874 g (1.9 lb) |
| Mounting | AIR-AP-BRACKET-1 or AIR-AP-BRACKET-2 |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C to 50 °C (derating above 40 °C) |
| Operating humidity | 0% to 95% non-condensing |
| Storage temperature | -40 °C to 70 °C |
Compatibility & Software Support
What the -CFG part number means
CW9171I-CFG is the configurable ordering option for the CW9171I. In the Cisco Wireless ordering guide, Wi-Fi 7 access points are offered as RTG (ready to go, default choices for fastest shipment) or CFG (configurable, with selectable accessories and packaging). The access point hardware is the same CW9171I; there is no separate regulatory-domain or management-mode part number.
Meraki dashboard or Catalyst Center / 9800 controller
The CW9171I is a unified access point that runs in either Meraki management mode (Cisco Meraki cloud dashboard) or Catalyst management mode (Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controller, with Cisco Catalyst Center for on-premises operations). Cisco lists Cisco IOS XE 17.18.2 or later for controller mode and Meraki MR 32.1.5 or later for the dashboard. Cisco documents a conversion workflow so the same unit can move between modes later.
Licensing
Cisco requires a licence to operate the access point. When ordering, Cisco offers a Cisco Networking Subscription (Cisco Wireless Essentials or Cisco Wireless Advantage), Meraki co-term licensing for cloud-only use, or hardware only for customers who already hold licences; the Meraki documentation notes that a Cisco Subscription or Meraki access point licence is required. Licences are not included with this hardware listing.
Global use and regulatory domain
Cisco states that, beginning with Wi-Fi 7, Cisco Wireless access points are global use: one product ID can be deployed anywhere it is certified, without a region- or country-specific SKU. The CW9171I determines its location during onboarding and applies the matching regulatory settings. Cisco notes that customers are responsible for verifying approval for use in their country (cisco.com/go/compliance) and that 6 GHz operation is disabled in regions where it is not yet certified.
Warranty
Sold by SourceIT as a Singapore unit. Cisco states a limited lifetime hardware warranty, for as long as the original end user owns or uses the product, with advance replacement, in its Cisco Wireless 9171 Series data sheet. Keep your SourceIT invoice as proof of purchase for warranty claims.
Package Contents & Cisco Wireless Wi-Fi 7 Ordering Information
What the Part Number Covers
CW9171I-CFG is the CW9171I indoor access point ordered through the configurable (CFG) path, where mounting brackets and packaging are selected at order time. The Cisco data sheet does not publish a fixed in-the-box list; the AP mounts with AIR-AP-BRACKET-1 or AIR-AP-BRACKET-2. Licences and PoE injectors are separate.
Cisco Wireless Access Point Family
| Model | Key difference |
| CW9171I-CFG (this listing) | Wi-Fi 7, 2x2 2.4 GHz + 2x2 5 or 6 GHz, 2.5 GbE, compact indoor |
| CW9172H-CFG | Wi-Fi 7 tri-band 2x2 wall plate, 2.5 GbE uplink, 3 x GbE LAN with PoE output |
| CW9176I-CFG | Wi-Fi 7 tri-band 4x4, 10 GbE, GNSS and UWB, omnidirectional |
| Cisco Catalyst 9130AXI (C9130AXI-S) | Previous-generation Wi-Fi 6, 8x8 on 5 GHz |
| Cisco Catalyst 9120AXI (C9120AXI-S) | Previous-generation Wi-Fi 6, 4x4 |
Datasheet & Downloads
Frequently Asked Questions — Cisco Wireless CW9171I
What does -CFG mean?
It is the configurable ordering option, where accessories and packaging are chosen at order time. The AP itself is the standard global-use CW9171I.
Can it be managed by Meraki and by a Catalyst controller?
Yes. Cisco documents Meraki management mode (Meraki dashboard, MR 32.1.5 or later) and Catalyst management mode (Catalyst 9800 controller, IOS XE 17.18.2 or later), and a conversion workflow between them.
Does it use 5 GHz and 6 GHz at the same time?
No. The second radio runs on either 5 GHz or 6 GHz; the 2.4 GHz radio runs alongside it.
Is a licence required?
Yes. Cisco requires a Cisco Networking Subscription (Wireless Essentials or Advantage) or, for cloud-only use, Meraki co-term licensing. Licences are not included.
What PoE is needed?
802.3at (PoE+) for full dual-radio operation at 2.5 Gbps. On 802.3af only a 1x1 2.4 GHz radio runs.
