Cisco Catalyst IW9167E Heavy Duty Access Point Configuration Guide, Release 26.2.x

Configure AP to boot with different image options

Updated: September 28, 2026

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Configures an AP to boot up in CAPWAP, URWB, or WGB/uWGB mode.

This procedure describes how to configure the access point to boot up with CAPWAP, URWB, or WGB/uWGB mode.

Note

Switching between different modes causes a full factory reset. All configurations and data are removed.

Procedure

Use the enable command to enter the privileged EXEC mode.
Example:
```
Device# enable
```
Enter your password if prompted.
Use the configure boot mode { capwap | urwb | wgb } command to configure AP to CAPWAP, URWB, or WGB/uWGB mode.
Example:
```
Device# configure boot mode wgb
```
The AP reboots with the specified mode.

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Configure AP to boot with different image options

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