Description
Engineered for demanding outdoor and industrial deployments, the Cisco IW3702 Dual Band Wireless Access Point is built to deliver seamless, high-density connectivity where other APs struggle. This rugged outdoor access point combines powerful performance, robust security, and centralized management to keep mission-critical networks running smoothly in campus, outdoor venue, warehouse, and harsh environment settings. With dual-band operation and a total throughput of up to 1.71 Gbit/s, it supports a large number of devices simultaneously, ensuring smooth collaboration, real-time data transfer, and reliable guest access even during peak usage.
- High-performance dual-band throughput: The IW3702 supports simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz operation with a combined bandwidth of up to 1.71 Gbit/s, enabling fast video, voice, and data transmissions for dense client environments without compromise.
- Rugged outdoor design: Built to withstand sun, rain, dust, and temperature extremes, the AP features a durable enclosure and field-proven reliability that keeps networks online around the clock in outdoor spaces and industrial settings.
- Advanced security and policy controls: Includes enterprise-grade protections such as WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X authentication, guest access isolation, VLAN tagging, and integrated firewall features to safeguard sensitive data and manage guest traffic effectively.
- Flexible deployment and scalable management: Seamlessly integrates with Cisco wireless controllers and Cisco DNA Center, supporting centralized management, policy enforcement, and simple firmware updates across multiple outdoor access points.
- Adaptive coverage and efficiency: Equipped with MIMO technology and beamforming to improve signal quality, extend coverage, and reduce interference, delivering consistent performance for mobile devices and IoT endpoints in outdoor spaces.
Technical Details of Cisco IW3702
- Standards supported: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac; dual-band operation on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
- Maximum theoretical data rate: Up to 1.71 Gbit/s aggregate throughput
- Antenna configuration: Internal or externally mountable antennas (configuration dependent), supports MU-MIMO for efficient multi-client communication
- Ethernet and power: One or more PoE-capable Ethernet ports (PoE/PoE+) to simplify power delivery and cabling in outdoor environments
- Security features: WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X with RADIUS, VLAN tagging, guest access isolation, firewall rules, and secure onboarding
- Environmental rating: Outdoor-ready enclosure designed for rain, dust, and temperature extremes; suitable for campus perimeters, industrial yards, and field sites
- Management: Centralized control via Cisco controllers and Cisco DNA Center for policy, monitoring, and firmware management
- Mounting and installation: Compatible with wall, pole, and outdoor mounting configurations; weatherproof connectors and robust mounting hardware included
- Dimensions and weight: Compact outdoor form factor designed to minimize footprint while maximizing coverage; weight and exact dimensions optimized for outdoor installations
How to install Cisco IW3702
Installing the IW3702 outdoors begins with a site assessment to determine optimal mounting location, line-of-sight considerations, and potential interference from nearby networks. Select a weatherproof mounting site that provides clear exposure to the target coverage area while keeping cabling and power pathways safely protected. Mounting hardware is designed for rugged outdoor use and can be attached to walls, poles, or other rugged structures. After mounting, connect the AP to a PoE-enabled switch or power injector, ensuring the power source meets the device’s requirements for reliable operation in extreme temperatures.
Configure basic network parameters before bringing the AP online. Assign a unique management IP, enable secure access with a strong admin password, and apply initial firewall and VLAN policies consistent with your security posture. If you are using a Cisco wireless controller or Cisco DNA Center, enroll the IW3702 into the central management platform to simplify policy deployment, firmware updates, and monitoring. For stand-alone deployments, implement basic SSIDs with appropriate security settings (for example, a dedicated corporate SSID with WPA2/WPA3 and 802.1X authentication, plus a guest network with captive portal).
Optimization steps are critical for outdoor environments: tune transmit power to balance coverage and interference, enable MU-MIMO where supported to improve efficiency, and enable band steering to guide clients toward the optimal 5 GHz network when appropriate. Regularly check firmware updates from Cisco to ensure you have the latest security patches and performance enhancements. Finally, implement monitoring and alerting through your preferred management platform to detect device health issues, signal degradation, or security events before they impact end users.
In practice, the IW3702 delivers consistent, reliable outdoor performance with minimal daily maintenance. Its rugged construction reduces the likelihood of weather-related outages, while its compatibility with Cisco management ecosystems enables fast issue resolution, streamlined deployments, and scalable growth as your network expands to cover new outdoor areas or industrial facilities.
Frequently asked questions
- What environments is the Cisco IW3702 designed for? It is engineered for outdoor and industrial environments, ideal for campus perimeters, outdoor campuses, warehouses, stadiums, construction sites, and other harsh outdoor settings where reliable wireless connectivity is essential.
- What wireless standards does it support? The IW3702 supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, enabling modern client devices to connect with high performance and robust security.
- Can the IW3702 be managed from a central controller? Yes. It integrates with Cisco wireless controllers and Cisco DNA Center for centralized policy management, firmware updates, and monitoring, which simplifies large-scale outdoor deployments.
- Does the device support MU-MIMO and beamforming? Yes. The IW3702 employs MIMO technology and beamforming to improve signal quality, extend coverage, and efficiently serve multiple clients simultaneously in high-density areas.
- What security features are included? The unit provides enterprise-grade security options, including WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X authentication, VLAN tagging, guest access control, firewall capabilities, and secure onboarding to protect data and network integrity.
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