Ap3g2-k9w7-tar.153-3.jf15.tar ((hot)) Jun 2026

: Lightweight mode (requires a Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) to operate).

(AIR-CAP3702P, AIR-CAP3702E, AIR-CAP3702I) Ap3g2-k9w7-tar.153-3.jf15.tar

Watch the AP's LED status light. When the LED turns (or after roughly 20-30 seconds depending on the model), release the MODE button. : Lightweight mode (requires a Wireless LAN Controller

: The feature set identifier. In Cisco terminology, w7 indicates Autonomous (standalone) IOS software. Conversely, w8 indicates Lightweight/CAPWAP firmware managed by a Wireless LAN Controller (WLC). The k9 indicates the presence of strong cryptographic encryption capabilities. : The feature set identifier

If your AP is currently running a Lightweight image ( k9w8 ) and you are trying to load this file to convert it to Autonomous mode, you cannot simply use the archive command. You will likely need to hold the on the AP during power-up to trigger a TFTP recovery process, renaming this file to the default expected name (usually c3700-k9w7-tar.default ) for the AP to accept it.

Let's break down the filename syntax:

: This code flags the software feature set. The string k9 confirms support for strong, regulated cryptographic encryption (such as AES/WPA3). The string w7 explicitly identifies the image as Autonomous (Standalone) Cisco IOS . Conversely, a w8 code signals a "Lightweight" LAP image requiring a WLC.