Description
The Cisco Catalyst CW9800H1 Wireless Controller is a next-generation, high-performance wireless LAN controller engineered to meet the demands of modern Wi-Fi 6E and 6GHz-enabled networks. Built from the ground up for maximum efficiency, the CW9800H1 delivers up to 36% higher performance while consuming up to 40% less power compared to legacy Catalyst 9800 platforms.
Designed in a compact 1RU rack-mount form factor, the CW9800H1 provides space-saving flexibility for enterprise data centers while supporting up to 6,000 access points, 64,000 clients, and 100 Gbps throughput—making it ideal for large-scale deployments, smart workplaces, cloud-driven applications, and IoT-rich environments.
Powered by Cisco IOS XE, the controller enables advanced automation, security, and operational simplicity. Features such as hot patching, streaming telemetry, Secure Boot, WPA3 readiness, and Cisco Encrypted Traffic Analytics ensure that wireless infrastructure becomes your strongest first line of defense. When integrated with Cisco Catalyst Center, the CW9800H1 unlocks AI-powered insights, automated troubleshooting, and intelligent network optimization.
The Cisco Catalyst CW9800H1 is the future-ready wireless controller built to deliver scalable, secure, and sustainable enterprise Wi-Fi experiences.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cisco |
| Model | Catalyst CW9800H1 |
| SKU | CW9800H1 |
| Product Type | Wireless LAN Controller |
| Form Factor | 1RU Rack-Mount |
| Wireless Standard Support | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6/6E) |
| 6GHz Support | Yes |
| Maximum Throughput | Up to 100 Gbps |
| Access Point Capacity | Up to 6,000 APs |
| Client Capacity | Up to 64,000 Clients |
| Uplink Configuration | 4 × 25 Gbps Ports |
| Ports & Interfaces | RJ45, USB, SFP, SFP+ |
| Memory | 240 GB RAM |
| Network Services Supported | DHCP, SNMP, Syslog, SSH, HTTP, HTTPS |
| Security Features | WPA3, Secure Boot, Hardware Authenticity, ETA Encryption |
| Automation & Telemetry | Open APIs, Streaming Telemetry, Model-Driven Insights |
| Mounting Type | Rack Mountable |
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty |
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