Device Type | Wireless access point |
Product Description | Cisco Catalyst 9166I - wireless access point - Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 6E - cloud-managed |
Form Factor | External - indoor |
Ruggedized Design | Indoor |
Weight | 3.53 lbs |
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Supported | UPOE |
RAM | 2 GB |
Flash Memory | 1 GB |
Data Transfer Rate | 7.78 Gbps |
Line Coding Format | OFDMA |
OS Required | Cisco IOS XE 17.9.1 or later |
Software Included | CAPWAP Software Image |
Features | DFS support, WLAN controller mode, LLDP support, Maximum Ratio Combining (MRC), universal power over Ethernet (UPOE), cyclic shift diversity (CSD), beamforming technology, packet aggregation A-MPDU, packet aggregation A-MSDU, band steering, Tri-Band, Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS), secure boot, 4x4:4 MU-MIMO technology, image signing, Cisco Trust Anchor module, BSS Coloring, Target Wake Time (TWT) |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - advance hardware replacement - lifetime - response time: 5 days |
Cisco Catalyst CW9166I ROW Wi-Fi 6E Tri-Band Indoor Access Point



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- Delivers ultra-fast, tri-band Wi-Fi 6E performance with up to 7.78 Gbps throughput—ideal for high-density enterprise environments
- Supports advanced security protocols and Cisco Trust Anchor, enhancing network integrity and regulatory compliance
- Cloud-managed architecture simplifies deployment, scaling, and maintenance while reducing overhead costs
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst CW9166I-ROW is an advanced Wi-Fi 6E wireless access point designed for indoor deployments needing high throughput and dense device support. Its tri-band (4x4+4x4+4x4) configuration ensures optimal use of the 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands. With features including MU-MIMO, OFDMA, and beamforming, it achieves speeds up to 7.78 Gbps, while technologies like band steering and CleanAir Pro boost signal clarity and performance.
The CW9166I supports cloud management and operates with Cisco IOS XE 17.9.1 or later. Built-in security features include WPA3, secure boot, and Cisco Trust Anchor. With UPOE-powered multigigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 5.1 LE, and dedicated management/USB ports, the device supports flexible implementation and integration into IoT-ready environments. Its internal antenna, rugged indoor design, and international compliance make it suitable for global enterprise deployment.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz |
Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E (IEEE 802.11ax) |
MU-MIMO Support | 4x4:4 MU-MIMO |
Antenna | Internal |
Directivity | Omni-directional |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.1 LE |
Communications Technology | Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) |
Compliance & Origin
COO | CHINA / MEXICO |
Localization | Mexico, United Kingdom |
TAA compliance | Yes |
Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.1ab (LLDP), IEEE 802.3at, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.3bt, IEEE 802.11ax, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6E, FCC Part 15.247, AS/NZS 60950-1, RSS-102, UL 2043, UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, FCC Part 15.407, FCC CFR47 Part 15 C, FCC CFR47 Part 15 B, UL Class III, CNS13438:2006, RSS-247, AS/NZS 2772.2, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, VCCI-CISPR 32:2016, RSP-100, RSS-GEN, EN 301 893 V2.1.1, AS/NZS 4268:2017, EN 300 328 V2.2.2, EN 50385:2017, 47 CFR Part 2.1091, QCVN 112:2017, Japan Std. 66, Japan Std. 71, EN 55032:2015/A11:2020, EN 61000-3-3:2013+A1:2019, IEC 61000-3-2:2019, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 62368-1 Third Edition, UL 62368-1 ThirdEdition, EN 62368-1 Third Edition, IEC 62368-1 Third Edition, EN 301 489-17 V3.2.4 (2020-09), EN 301 489-1 V2.2.3 (2019-11), KS C 9832, EN 62311:2020, KS X 3124:2020, KS X 3126:2020, EN 61000-6-1:2019, Draft EN 303 687 V0.0.14, EN55035:2017+A11:2020, AS/NZS 62368-1 Third Edition, CISPR 32:2015+AMD1:2019, AS/NZS CISPR32:2015+AMD1:2020, ICES-003 issue 7 Class B, KS C 9835:2019, LP002 |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Algorithm | AES, PEAP, WPA2-Enterprise, EAP-SIM, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA3-Personal, EAP-FAST, WPA3-Enhanced Open, WPA2-Personal, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, MSCHAPv2, EAP-GTC, PEAPv1 |
Authentication Method | MS-CHAP, MS-CHAP v.2, Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP), EAP-FAST, EAP-SIM |
Security Features | Secure Boot, Cisco Trust Anchor, Image Signing, WPA3 Support, BSS Coloring, Band Steering |
Interfaces
Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
Data Link Protocol | Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, 5 Gigabit Ethernet, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 5.1 LE, IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
Interfaces | 1 x 100M/1G/2.5/5 Gigabit Ethernet (UPOE) - RJ-45 ¦ 1 x management - RJ-45 ¦ 1 x USB 2.0 |
Remote Management Protocol | HTTP |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 9.5 in |
Depth | 9.5 in |
Height | 2.2 in |
Min Operating Temperature | 32 °F |
Max Operating Temperature | 122 °F |
Humidity Range Operating | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) |
Status Indicators | Status |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud-Managed | Yes |
Management Platform | Cisco Meraki Dashboard or Catalyst Controller |