Cisco CW9174E-CFG - WiFi7 Access Point with external antenna

Cisco Part Number: CW9174E-CFG is a Cisco Wireless 9174E Access Point, Wi-Fi 7, Configurable

The Cisco Wireless CW9174E is a Wi-Fi 7 access point designed for moderate to high-density deployments with focused connectivity needs.

Key features and use cases include:

• It has five radios operating across three bands: 2.4 GHz (2x2:2), 5 GHz (4x4:4), and 6 GHz, with BLE/IoT and a dedicated scanning radio.
• The CW9174E supports 5 Gbps multigigabit Ethernet and USB connectivity.
• It is suitable for environments such as auditoriums, warehouses, long hallways, and areas with very high ceilings where directional antenna arrays can focus connectivity effectively.
• The device can be wall-mounted to cover long hallways or mounted higher than typical ceiling-mounted APs in spaces with ceilings exceeding 18 feet, improving client range.
• Proper cable types like CAT6 or CAT6a are recommended to support the 5-Gbps ports for optimal performance.
• When deploying multiple units in close proximity, it is advised to test for interference and adjust RF power or relocate units as needed to avoid RF degradation.

The CW9174E is part of Cisco’s Catalyst 9100 series and supports deployment with Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers or Meraki Cloud-based management, with a single SKU for global use without region-specific restrictions.

This access point supports advanced Wi-Fi 7 features such as 4K modulation, Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 320 MHz channel width, preamble puncturing, multi-resource units, and WPA3 security. It also leverages Cisco CleanAir Pro and AI/ML-driven scanning for enhanced RF visibility.

Supported Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Controllers include models 9800-H1, H2, M, 80, 40, L, and CL. Note that Embedded Wireless Controller (EWC) functionality is not supported on the CW9174x series.

For detailed technical specifications, deployment guidelines, and mounting options, refer to the Cisco Wireless CW9174 Series Access Point Deployment Guide.