Product Type | Wireless Access Point |
Model Number | CW9162I-MR |
Series | Cisco Catalyst 9160 Series |
Deployment Type | Indoor |
Wireless Technology | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
Radio Configuration | Tri-band (2x2 MU-MIMO) |
RAM | 2048 MB DRAM |
Flash Memory | 512 MB |
Mounting Options | Ceiling mount, Wall mount |
Power Options | 802.3af/at PoE |
PoE Power Consumption | 13.9W (typical), 15.4W (max) |
Cisco Catalyst 9162I AP (W6E, tri-band 2x2) with Meraki



Key Benefits

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- Delivers versatile tri-band coverage with Meraki cloud management for simplified network control.
- Supports modern and legacy Wi-Fi standards for backward compatibility in complex environments.
- TAA compliance and limited lifetime warranty provide confidence for large-scale, long-term IT deployments.
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9162I Access Point (CW9162I-MR) delivers tri-band 2x2 wireless connectivity with support for IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, ensuring fast, secure, and compatible networking across devices. Integrated 2048 MB DRAM enhances its ability to support multiple clients. This unit includes Meraki cloud-managed capabilities for centralized control and is fully TAA-compliant, suitable for government and enterprise deployments. Though it does not include built-in processor or cellular tech, it supports a variety of IEEE 802.3 power standards for flexible PoE installation. A limited lifetime warranty rounds out its enterprise-grade reliability.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
Bands Supported | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz |
Antenna Type | Internal antennas |
MIMO Configuration | 2x2 MU-MIMO on 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz |
Max Data Rate | 2.4 Gbps (combined throughput) |
Max Clients per Radio | Up to 200 clients per radio |
Modulation | OFDM, BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM, 256-QAM, 1024-QAM |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Regulatory Standards | FCC Part 15.247, CSA 22.2, CE Marking |
Certifications | UL 60950-1, UL 62368-1, RoHS, WEEE |
Environmental Compliance | WEEE, RoHS |
Advanced Security Features
Wireless Security | WPA3, WPA2-Enterprise, 802.1X |
Integrated Firewall | Yes (Layer 3 & Layer 7 firewall rules) |
Intrusion Detection/Prevention | Yes |
Rogue AP Detection | Yes |
Air Marshal (WIPS/WIDS) | Yes |
Content Filtering | Yes (via Meraki cloud subscription) |
Auto VPN and Secure Tunneling | Supported (with Meraki MX appliances) |
Interfaces
Uplink Interface | 1x 1 Gbps Ethernet (RJ-45) |
Secondary Interface | 1x BLE 5.0 and 802.15.4 (Zigbee) |
Console Port | 1x USB-C (console only) |
Supported Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.3ab, 802.3af, 802.3at |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 7.5 x 7.5 x 1.6 in (190.5 x 190.5 x 40.6 mm) |
Weight | 1.5 lbs (0.68 kg) |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Enclosure Material | Plastic |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management Platform | Cisco Meraki Dashboard |
License Requirement | Meraki Enterprise License required |
Management Capabilities | Web-based management, real-time monitoring, automatic firmware updates |
Included Features | Client visibility, traffic analytics, remote troubleshooting |