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Cisco Catalyst CW9172I
Cisco Catalyst CW9172I
★ 3.5 Value Score

Technical Specifications

  • Wi-Fi Standard: 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
  • Spatial Streams (MIMO): 4x4 MIMO (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz)
  • Aggregate Throughput: 9.6 Gbps
  • Radios: Tri-band (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz)
  • Uplink Port Speed: 10 Gigabit Ethernet
  • Max Clients: 250+
  • PoE Requirement: 95W (PoE++)
  • Coverage Area: Approximately 5,000 sq ft (400 sq m)
  • Data Rate (2.4 GHz): 1.2 Gbps
  • Data Rate (5 GHz): 4.8 Gbps
  • Data Rate (6 GHz): 3.6 Gbps
  • Channels Supported: 160 MHz (5/6 GHz)

Curation Review

  • ✔ Pros: Wi-Fi 6E with 6 GHz band support enables higher capacity and lower interference; 10 Gbps uplink reduces network bottlenecks; Excellent range and penetration for enterprise deployments; High client density support (250+ devices); Thread border router functionality for IoT networks; Advanced security features including 802.11w and WPA3
  • ✘ Cons: Requires PoE++ infrastructure (95W) which may not be available in legacy setups; 6 GHz band adoption still in early stages with limited client device support; Premium pricing makes it suitable only for high-performance deployments; Configuration and management require Cisco DNA/Meraki expertise; Power consumption higher than previous generation APs
  • Est. Price: $1,200 - $1,800

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