Cisco Catalyst 9166I access point - Wi-Fi 6E tri-band 2,4/5/6 GHz, 4x4 MU-MIMO, 5 GigE, GigE, Bluetooth 5.0

The Cisco Catalyst 9166I is a high-performance Wi-Fi 6E access point designed for demanding enterprise environments. It delivers tri-band connectivity across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands with 4x4 MU-MIMO on each band, providing aggregate data rates up to 10.74 Gbps. With dual Ethernet ports including 5 Gigabit and Gigabit, PoE+ and PoE++ support, and integrated Bluetooth 5.0, this access point is ideal for high-density deployments requiring maximum throughput and reliability.

Advantages

Experience unparalleled wireless performance with Wi-Fi 6E technology, offering a dedicated 6 GHz spectrum for low-interference, high-speed connections. The 4x4 MU-MIMO and OFDMA ensure efficient handling of multiple client devices simultaneously. Enhanced security features include WPA3, AES, and Cisco Trust Anchor module. Flexible management via Cisco DNA Center or Catalyst 9800 Series controllers simplifies network operations.

Suitable for

• Enterprise offices and campuses
• High-density venues like auditoriums and conference centers
• Healthcare and education institutions
• Retail and hospitality environments

Key specifications

• Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
• Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz (Tri-band)
• MIMO: 4x4 MU-MIMO on each band
• Max Aggregate Data Rate: Up to 10.74 Gbps
• Ethernet Ports: 1 x 5 Gigabit (5GBASE-T), 1 x Gigabit (1GBASE-T)
• PoE Support: IEEE 802.3at (PoE+), IEEE 802.3bt (UPOE/PoE++)
• Antenna: Internal omnidirectional
• Bluetooth: 5.0 (BLE)
• Security: WPA3, AES, EAP, 802.1X, Cisco Trust Anchor
• Management: Cisco DNA Center, Catalyst 9800 Series, optional Meraki Cloud
• Processor: Quad-core CPU
• Memory: 4 GB DRAM, 2 GB Flash
• Mounting: Ceiling or wall
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair with a Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series wireless controller and ensure PoE++ power for full functionality. Ideal for upgrading existing Wi-Fi 5/6 networks to Wi-Fi 6E.