Overview
The Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller on Catalyst Access Points (C9117AXI-EWC) embeds the enterprise-class Cisco Catalyst 9800 wireless controller capabilities directly into the Cisco Catalyst 9100 access points. This converges advanced controller resiliency, security, and IT simplicity into a best-in-class wireless platform for single or multisite deployments.
With the controller embedded on the access point, organizations benefit from redundancy, seamless software updates, rogue detection, context-aware security, RF excellence, and next-generation technologies. The C9117AXI-EWC is built for intent-based networking with Cisco DNA, simplifying complexity, optimizing IT operations, and reducing costs.
The Cisco C9117AXI-EWC is the ideal solution for digital workplaces, combining the latest Wi-Fi 6 technology with automation, assurance, and human expertise. This empowers IT to make networks more relevant, digitally ready, and the lifeblood of modern organizations for Indoor environments.
Quick Specifications
Specification | Value |
---|---|
Max APs | Up to 100 |
Max Clients | Up to 2000 |
Max WLANs | 16 |
Deployment Modes | FlexConnect |
Product Details and Highlights
- Provides enterprise resiliency with redundancy and seamless software updates
- Enables context-aware security features like rogue detection and 802.1X
- Simplifies IT with Cisco DNA Center automation and assurance
- Supports latest Wi-Fi 6 technology and radio innovations
- Offers limited lifetime warranty with 10-day advance hardware replacement
Supported Products
Product | Compatibility |
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Catalyst 9100 APs | Supported |
802.11ac Wave 2 APs | Client mode |
Cisco DNA Center 1.3+ | Supported |
Comparison to Similar Models
Model | C9117AXI-EWC | Aironet Embedded Controller on 4800 |
---|---|---|
Max APs | Up to 100 | 25 |
Radio Technology | 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 | 802.11ac Wave 2 |
Resiliency | High | Medium |
Security | Advanced | Basic |
Warranty | Limited lifetime | 1 year |
Full Specifications
Spec | Value |
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Operating System | IOS XE |
Management | DNA Center, webUI, mobile app, APIs |
Radio Technology | 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 |
Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz, 5GHz |
Spatial Streams | 2×2, 4×4 |
Channel Width | 20/40/80 MHz |
Tx Power | Up to 30dBm |
Antennas | Internal |
Minimum software requirement | Cisco IOS XE Software Release 16.12.2 or later |
Licensing
- Requires Cisco DNA subscription license purchased with access point
- Enables full functionality and management with DNA Center
- Smart Licensing used for ease of management
Installation and Deployment
- Can be installed by authorized Cisco partners and resellers
- Cisco Services available for planning, deployment, and migration
- Support for FlexConnect, local switching, and centralized modes
Compliance and Safety
- Designed and tested to meet regulatory compliance for different countries
- Standards bodies include FCC, EU, TELEC
- Wi-Fi Alliance certified
Warranty and Support
- Limited lifetime hardware warranty with 10-day advance replacement
- 90 day software support included
- Cisco support services available 24/7
End of Life Policy
- Hardware typically supported for 5-7 years after end-of-sale
- Minimum 1 year renewal for software updates
- More details at Cisco EOL Policy
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