Cisco Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point CW9166I-MR

Cisco Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point CW9166I-MR

Brand: Cisco | Category: Wireless Access Points

SKU: CW9166I-MR | Part #: CW9166I-MR | MPN: CW9166I-MR

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About the Cisco Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point CW9166I-MR

The Cisco Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point CW9166I-MR is a Wi-Fi 6E tri-band indoor access point engineered for high-density enterprise deployments. It operates simultaneously across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands, enabling devices to leverage the newly available 6 GHz spectrum for reduced congestion and improved throughput. The architecture supports the latest 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) and 802.11be (Wi-Fi 6E) standards with integrated security, analytics, and unified management through Cisco Catalyst Center.

Designed for large-scale campus and healthcare facility deployments, the CW9166I-MR delivers enhanced capacity and performance in environments with high client density. The tri-band design enables intelligent traffic distribution and supports emerging Wi-Fi 6E devices while maintaining backward compatibility with legacy clients. Advanced features include beamforming, MU-MIMO, OFDMA, and real-time threat detection integrated at the access point level.

The CW9166I-MR integrates seamlessly into Cisco's cloud-native and on-premises management ecosystems, offering centralized configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting across distributed deployments. The access point is optimized for mission-critical applications including video conferencing, real-time analytics, and IoT device onboarding.

Ideal for

  • Large campus network refresh projects requiring 6 GHz band coverage and future-proof Wi-Fi 6E support across multiple buildings
  • Hospital and healthcare facility deployments supporting medical device connectivity, telehealth infrastructure, and high-density user areas
  • High-density conference centers and auditoriums with concurrent video streaming and interactive collaboration requirements
  • Research institutions and universities requiring tri-band spectrum management for mixed-generation device populations
  • Enterprise offices transitioning to wireless-primary networking with demand for reduced latency and improved bandwidth allocation
  • Venues requiring enhanced security posture with integrated threat intelligence and per-device policy enforcement

Technical specifications

ManufacturerCisco
Product NameCatalyst Center Wireless Access Point
Model NumberCW9166I-MR
Form FactorIndoor Wall-Mount
Bands SupportedTri-band (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz)
Wi-Fi Standards802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), 802.11be (Wi-Fi 6E)
Maximum Data RateUp to 11 Gbps aggregate
Spatial Streams4x4:4 MIMO per band
Antenna ConfigurationInternal multi-element arrays
Channel Bandwidth Support20/40/80/160 MHz
Security FeaturesWPA3, 802.1X, integrated threat detection
Power RequirementsPoE+ (802.3bt)
Typical Power ConsumptionApproximately 30-40W operational
ManagementCisco Catalyst Center cloud/on-premises management
Launch DateQ1 2024
Regulatory ComplianceFCC, CE, regional spectrum requirements for 6 GHz
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C
Humidity Range5% to 95% non-condensing

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Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryWireless Access Points
SKUCW9166I-MR
Part NumberCW9166I-MR
ConditionNew
Product NameCatalyst Center Wireless Access Point
Model NumberCW9166I-MR
Form FactorIndoor Wall-Mount
Bands SupportedTri-band (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz)
Wi-Fi Standards802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), 802.11be (Wi-Fi 6E)
Maximum Data RateUp to 11 Gbps aggregate
Spatial Streams4x4:4 MIMO per band
Antenna ConfigurationInternal multi-element arrays
Channel Bandwidth Support20/40/80/160 MHz
Security FeaturesWPA3, 802.1X, integrated threat detection
Power RequirementsPoE+ (802.3bt)
Typical Power ConsumptionApproximately 30-40W operational
ManagementCisco Catalyst Center cloud/on-premises management
Launch DateQ1 2024
Regulatory ComplianceFCC, CE, regional spectrum requirements for 6 GHz
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C
Humidity Range5% to 95% non-condensing

Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point CW9166I-MR

What does the Cisco Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point CW9166I-MR do?

The Cisco Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point CW9166I-MR is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Arista environments.

What are the headline specs of the Cisco Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point CW9166I-MR?

Key specifications for the Cisco Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point CW9166I-MR: new condition; manufacturer Cisco; product name Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point; model number CW9166I-MR; form factor Indoor Wall-Mount; bands supported Tri-band (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz); wi-fi standards 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), 802.11be (Wi-Fi 6E). Manufacturer part number CW9166I-MR. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the Cisco Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point CW9166I-MR compatible with my infrastructure?

The Cisco Catalyst Center Wireless Access Point CW9166I-MR interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.