Cisco Catalyst Wireless Access Point CW9164I-B

Cisco Catalyst Wireless Access Point CW9164I-B

Brand: Cisco | Category: Wireless Access Points

SKU: CW9164I-B | Part #: CW9164I-B | MPN: CW9164I-B

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About the Cisco Catalyst Wireless Access Point CW9164I-B

The Cisco Catalyst 9164I is a Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) indoor access point designed for high-density enterprise deployments requiring multi-gigabit wireless performance and spectrum flexibility. Operating across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands simultaneously, the 9164I delivers up to 11.6 Gbps aggregate throughput with support for 160 MHz channel widths and OFDMA scheduling to reduce latency in congested environments.

Architecturally, the 9164I integrates dual-band and 6 GHz radio capability within a compact form factor suitable for ceiling or wall mounting in institutional settings. The platform supports 802.11ax frame aggregation, spatial multiplexing via multi-user MIMO (MU-MIMO), and Target Wake Time (TWT) for extended client battery life—critical for campus-wide and financial sector deployments sustaining hundreds of concurrent wireless devices per AP.

The 9164I operates in FlexConnect or centralized modes within the Catalyst 9800 wireless controller architecture, enabling segmented network policies, guest access isolation, and granular Quality of Service (QoS) controls. Built-in security features include WPA3 encryption, 802.1X authentication integration, and encrypted management traffic, meeting compliance requirements for regulated industries.

Ideal for

  • University campuses with high-density student accommodation, lecture halls, and library networks requiring seamless roaming and simultaneous multi-band spectrum utilization
  • Banking and financial services facilities deploying secure guest Wi-Fi alongside internal corporate networks with strict traffic segregation and encryption mandates
  • Healthcare facilities supporting wireless medical devices, BYOD staff connectivity, and patient-facing networks with WPA3 and 802.1X enforcement
  • Enterprise office environments transitioning from Wi-Fi 5 infrastructure, needing backward compatibility with legacy 802.11ac clients while enabling Wi-Fi 6E capable endpoints
  • Government and public sector institutions requiring scalable, centrally-managed wireless networks with audit logging and regulatory compliance reporting
  • Retail and hospitality venues delivering high-throughput guest internet while maintaining isolated internal operations networks

Technical specifications

ManufacturerCisco
ModelCatalyst 9164I-B
ManufacturerPartNumberCW9164I-B
CategoryWireless Access Point
WirelessStandard802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
OperatingBands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz
AggregateThroughput11.6 Gbps
MaxChannelWidth160 MHz
RadioConfigurationDual-band concurrent with 6 GHz capability
MIMOTechnologyMulti-user MIMO (MU-MIMO)
SecurityProtocolsWPA3, 802.1X, AES encryption
ControllerModesFlexConnect, Centralized
ControllerCompatibilityCisco Catalyst 9800 Series
FormFactorCompact indoor ceiling/wall mount
PowerConsumptionUp to 95W (PoE+ high power)
GuestAccessSupportSegmented SSID isolation
RoamingSupportFast roaming, 802.11r/k/v
TargetWakeTime802.11ax TWT for power efficiency
LaunchQuarter2023 Q3

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Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryWireless Access Points
SKUCW9164I-B
Part NumberCW9164I-B
ConditionNew
ModelCatalyst 9164I-B
ManufacturerPartNumberCW9164I-B
WirelessStandard802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
OperatingBands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz
AggregateThroughput11.6 Gbps
MaxChannelWidth160 MHz
RadioConfigurationDual-band concurrent with 6 GHz capability
MIMOTechnologyMulti-user MIMO (MU-MIMO)
SecurityProtocolsWPA3, 802.1X, AES encryption
ControllerModesFlexConnect, Centralized
ControllerCompatibilityCisco Catalyst 9800 Series
FormFactorCompact indoor ceiling/wall mount
PowerConsumptionUp to 95W (PoE+ high power)
GuestAccessSupportSegmented SSID isolation
RoamingSupportFast roaming, 802.11r/k/v
TargetWakeTime802.11ax TWT for power efficiency
LaunchQuarter2023 Q3

Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Catalyst Wireless Access Point CW9164I-B

What does the Cisco Catalyst Wireless Access Point CW9164I-B do?

The Cisco Catalyst Wireless Access Point CW9164I-B 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 Wireless Access Point CW9164I-B?

Key specifications for the Cisco Catalyst Wireless Access Point CW9164I-B: new condition; manufacturer Cisco; model Catalyst 9164I-B; manufacturerpartnumber CW9164I-B; category Wireless Access Point; wirelessstandard 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E); operatingbands 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz. Manufacturer part number CW9164I-B. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the Cisco Catalyst Wireless Access Point CW9164I-B compatible with my infrastructure?

The Cisco Catalyst Wireless Access Point CW9164I-B 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.