Introduction

Product overview

Cisco's Wi-Fi 7 access points power the next generation of wireless experiences, designed to revolutionize connectivity and digital experiences. Offering unprecedented speeds, enhanced security, and resilient connectivity, these products are ideal for high-density environments and critical applications. They seamlessly integrate into your existing network, whether on-premises, cloud-based, or hybrid, providing flexible deployment options to suit various organizational needs.

The Cisco® Wireless Wi-Fi 7 access points enable transformative user experiences. Enterprises can leverage the predictability and low latency of Wi-Fi 7 to support better video streaming, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) applications. By connecting people and things within physical spaces, Cisco's wireless solutions with Wi-Fi 7 offer real-time insights and actions such as indoor navigation and personalized user experiences.

Create differentiated customer experiences, accelerate digital business transformation, and prepare networks for the future with Cisco's Wi-Fi 7 solutions. With faster data transfer rates, reduced network congestion, and simplified network management with AI-driven insights and automation, the Cisco Wireless 9178 Series Access Points provide the foundation for the future of wireless.

Features

2.4 GHz

Yes

5 GHz

Yes

6 GHz

Yes

Maximum data transfer rate

24000 Mbit/s

Ethernet LAN data rates

100,1000,2500,5000,10000 Mbit/s

Networking standards

IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11be, IEEE 802.11n

Bluetooth

Yes

Bluetooth version

5.3

Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)

Yes

MIMO

Yes

MIMO type

Multi User MIMO

Spread spectrum method

OFDMA

Band steering

Yes

BeamForming

Yes

Receiver sensitivity

2.4 GHz: 23 dBm (200 mW), -4 dBm (0.39 mW); 5 GHz: 23 dBm (200 mW), -4 dBm (0.39 mW); 6 GHz: 23 dBm (200 mW), -4 dBm (0.39 mW);

Security

Security algorithms

EAP, WPA2, WPA3

Ports & interfaces

Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports

2

USB 2.0 ports quantity

1

Power

Power over Ethernet (PoE)

Yes

Power consumption (typical)

9 W

Design

Placement

Ceiling, Wall

Product colour

White

Antenna

Antenna type

Internal

Antenna direction type

Omni-directional

Antennas quantity

6

Antenna gain level (max)

7 dBi

Performance

Flash memory

16000 MB

Internal memory

4096 MB

Weight & dimensions

Width

251.5 mm

Depth

251.5 mm

Height

50.8 mm

Weight

1.87 kg

Packaging content

Quantity per pack

1 pc(s)

Quick start guide

Yes

Operational conditions

Operating relative humidity (H-H)

10 - 90%

Operating temperature (T-T)

0 - 50 °C

Storage temperature (T-T)

-30 - 70 °C