Switch for fabric enabled APs

[Wes Schochet]

I need to buy a new switch to support APs in a new area.  This particular switch will just support APs.   Initially, they will be local mode CAPWAP APs, but in the future they will be part of an SDA fabric.  Any limitations if I use a Cat9200 vs Cat9300 switch to run these?

Thanks,

[balaji.bandi]

i would prefer to use Cat 9300 (looks for correct License)

[Arshad Safrulla · Accepted solution]

9200 doesnt support Fabric in a box, and none of the 9200 switches support UPOE.

9300 supports both of the above. 

For Fabric enabled wireless requirement is that AP must be directly connected to a fabric edge extended node switch. I would agree with @balaji.bandi to go with 9300 or 9300L platform switches if the budget permits.