CW9172I Wi-Fi 7 access point with flexible Meraki cloud management

Cisco's CW9172I datasheet identifies CW9172I as a cloud-managed Wi-Fi 7-compatible access point. The model supports 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz client-access radios and can operate in tri-band mode or in a dual-band configuration that uses 4x4 operation on 5 GHz when 6 GHz is disabled. Cisco documents a single 100/1000/2.5GBASE-T Ethernet interface, USB 2.0 connectivity, BLE capability, and a dedicated radio for wireless security and RF analysis. The CW9172I is managed through the Meraki Dashboard when deployed in Meraki cloud mode. Cisco also documents an alternative Catalyst 9800 Wireless LAN Controller management mode, so the quote should establish the intended operating mode before licensing and deployment are finalized. The datasheet states that a Cisco subscription or Meraki access-point license is required; the hardware row alone does not establish the correct license SKU or term. Cisco lists 802.3af, 802.3at, and 802.3bt compliance with model-specific power requirements. HTS will validate regulatory availability, 6 GHz operating requirements, mounting, power, uplink speed, license, and coverage design for the customer's country and site.