Product Type | Wireless Access Point |
Model | Catalyst Wireless 9162I |
Part Number | CW9162I-E |
Form Factor | Ceiling mount or wall mount |
Mounting Options | Flush, recessed, and exterior mounting kits supported |
Weight | 1.16 kg (2.55 lbs) |
Power Options | PoE 802.3at or local 802.3af with power adapter |
Power Consumption (Max) | 13.5W (@ 802.3at); limited functionality under 802.3af |
Processor | Quad-core ARM Cortex A53 at 1.6 GHz |
Memory | 2048 MB DRAM |
Flash Memory | 1024 MB NAND Flash |
Cisco Catalyst Wireless 9162I AP (W6E, tri-band 2x2)



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- Ideal for enterprises needing Regulatory Domain E-compliant wireless infrastructure
- TAA compliance makes it suitable for U.S. government and public sector applications
- Tri-band 2x2 configuration supports multiple frequencies for optimized device performance
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst Wireless 9162I AP (part number CW9162I-E) offers advanced capabilities in a tri-band 2x2 design for enterprise-grade wireless connectivity. It supports Regulatory Domain E, making it deployable in compliant regions. This access point is TAA compliant, ideal for government applications. With manufacturing origins in China and Mexico, it benefits from scalable production capabilities. Specific technical protocol support and throughput data are not available in this listing.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz |
Antenna Type | Internal omnidirectional antennas |
Radio Configuration | 2x2 MIMO on all 3 bands |
Maximum Spatial Streams | 6 (2 per band) |
Peak Wi-Fi Data Rate | Up to 2.4 Gbps per radio |
Location Services | Cisco CleanAir Pro, FastLocate supported |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | CHINA / MEXICO |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, UL, IC, CE, RCM, VCCI, NCC, BSMI |
Safety Standards | UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 62368-1 |
Environmental Compliance | RoHS, WEEE |
Advanced Security Features
WPA Security | WPA3, WPA2, WPA |
Secure Boot | Yes, digitally signed image support |
Trust Anchor Module (TAM) | Integrated hardware-based trust anchor |
MAC Filtering | Supported |
Rogue Device Detection | Yes |
IDS/IPS Capabilities | Yes, via Cisco DNA subscription |
Guest Access Features | Captive portal support, segmentation |
Interfaces
Ethernet Ports | 1 x 100M/1G/2.5G Multigigabit (RJ-45) |
Management Console Port | 1 x Micro-USB |
PoE Input | 802.3af/at PoE via RJ-45 |
USB Port | 1 x USB 2.0 (Type A) |
Data Transfer Rates | Up to 5.2 Gbps aggregate throughput |
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) | Integrated BLE 5.0 radio |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 22.4 x 22.4 x 5.08 cm (8.82 x 8.82 x 2 in) |
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 | 10% to 95% non-condensing |
Enclosure Rating | Indoor use only, IP20 rated |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management | Cisco DNA Center or Meraki Dashboard (via CW-controller conversion) |
Controller Support | Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controllers |
Software Licensing | Cisco DNA Essentials or Advantage license required |
Management Interface | Web UI, CLI, SNMP, Netconf/YANG |
Telemetry/Analytics | Deep Packet Inspection, Network Telemetry via Cisco DNA |