Catalyst 9166I AP (W6E tri-band,CPNT D 4X4) W/MERAKI

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Quick Summary

The Cisco Meraki CW9166I is a cloud-managed, tri-band Wi-Fi 6E access point that delivers up to 7.78 Gbps aggregated throughput across the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands. Perfect for business, office and retail deployments in Australia, this indoor AP blends Catalyst-grade hardware with the intuitive Meraki Dashboard—making it easy to buy Cisco Meraki CW9166I AP solutions from an authorised reseller, scale quickly and keep wireless networks resilient and secure. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Use Cases

High-density corporate offices requiring low-latency, high-bandwidth wireless
Retail stores that need reliable indoor POS and guest Wi-Fi with simple cloud management
Education and healthcare sites looking to future-proof with 6 GHz spectrum
Warehouses or conference areas that demand seamless roaming and IoT/BLE services
Multi-site businesses seeking fast deployment and centralised monitoring across Australia

Key Features

Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E (4×4:4 radios per band) with OFDMA, MU-MIMO and 1024-QAM support
Dedicated scanning radio for 24 × 7 Air Marshal WIDS/WIPS & spectrum analytics
Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy and IoT radio for asset tracking & sensors
Single 5 GbE mGig port plus USB 2.0 (4.5 W) for peripheral expansion
Automatic cloud-based RF optimisation and application-aware traffic shaping
Advanced enterprise security with WPA3, Layer-7 firewall and guest isolation
Flexible management: switch between Meraki Cloud and Catalyst 9800 WLC at any time

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Technical Specifications

Radios: 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n/ax, 5 GHz 802.11a/n/ac/ax, 6 GHz 802.11ax + dedicated security & BLE radios
Aggregate Frame Rate: 7.78 Gbps (tri-band)
Ethernet: 1 × 100 / 1 000 / 2.5 / 5 GbE RJ-45 (mGig)
Power: 30.5 W (802.3bt) or 25 W (802.3at); PoE injector / AC adaptor sold separately
Antenna Gain: 3 dBi (2.4 GHz) / 5 dBi (5 GHz) / 4 dBi (6 GHz) omnidirectional
Dimensions & Weight: 241 × 241 × 56.9 mm; 1.60 kg
Environment: 0 – 50 °C operating temperature; 10 – 90 % RH non-condensing
Warranty: Lifetime hardware replacement

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Comparison

Model	Wi-Fi Gen	Bands	Radio Streams	Aggregate Throughput	Ethernet
CW9166I	Wi-Fi 6E	2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz	4 × 4 × 4 (each)	7.78 Gbps	1 × 5 GbE
MR56	Wi-Fi 6	2.4 / 5 GHz	4 × 4 (2.4) / 8 × 8 (5)	5.38 Gbps	1 × 5 GbE
MR46	Wi-Fi 6	2.4 / 5 GHz	4 × 4 (each)	2.98 Gbps	1 × 2.5 GbE

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FAQs

Does the CW9166I support the new 6 GHz spectrum?

Yes—its software-defined flex radio can operate in 6 GHz mode, unlocking additional channels for higher capacity and less interference. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

What licence do I need to activate this access point?

A Meraki MR Enterprise or Advanced licence (1, 3, 5, 7 or 10 year term) is required per AP to enable cloud management, analytics and support. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Can I power the CW9166I with standard PoE?

It runs in full performance on PoE+ (802.3at) and gains USB power with UPoE/802.3bt. Standard 802.3af is not supported. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Where can I buy and what about pricing in Australia?

You can purchase through any Cisco Meraki authorised reseller. Contact us for competitive pricing on single units or volume bundles across Australia.

Is this model backwards-compatible with older Wi-Fi clients?

Absolutely. It supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac devices while optimising performance for newer Wi-Fi 6/6E clients. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Licensing and Support

Each CW9166I requires an active Meraki licence, which unlocks cloud management, security updates and 24 × 7 enterprise support. Hardware is covered by a lifetime warranty with advanced replacement, and Australasia-based authorised resellers provide local presales advice, deployment services and ongoing wireless optimisation. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Buy from an Authorised Cisco Meraki Reseller in Australia

Cloudifi is a certified Cisco authorised reseller and supplier offering genuine Meraki equipment with full support and local warranty. Whether you’re purchasing a single CW9166I unit or a complete site bundle, we provide expert guidance, fast delivery, and competitive pricing in Australia.

Volume Pricing and Custom Quotes

Deploying at scale? We offer volume pricing, promo discounts, and fast turnaround on custom quotes for resellers, IT teams, and project integrators. As your trusted Cisco Meraki channel partner, we help you simplify procurement and deployment with expert-backed support across the full Cisco product range.

Cisco Meraki CW-9166I Datasheet (pdf)

Cisco Meraki MR Series Datasheet (pdf)

Type: Indoor Access Points