Cisco Catalyst 9166 Series Access Points (AP) allow you to choose between on-premises and cloud management. They are the next-generation APs perfect for mission-critical deployments and support the new 6GHz band for Wi-Fi. They are resilient, secure, and intelligent.
Introduction to the Cisco 9166-D1 Access Point:
The Cisco 9166-D1 Access Point is a cutting-edge wireless solution designed to provide superior performance and scalability for modern network infrastructures. As part of Cisco’s industry-leading lineup of access points, the 9166-D1 stands out for its ability to handle high-density environments and deliver fast, reliable, and secure connectivity for a diverse range of applications.
| Part Numbers | Cisco Catalyst access points ● CW9166D1-x: Cisco Catalyst 9166 Series with integrated, directional antennas Regulatory domains: (x = regulatory domain)Customers are responsible for verifying approval for use in their individual countries. To verify approval and to identify the regulatory domain that corresponds to a particular country, visit https://www.cisco.com/go/aironet/compliance. (Not all regulatory domains have been approved). As they are approved, the part numbers will be available on the Global Price List and/or regional price lists. ● CW9166D1-MR: Cisco Catalyst 9166 Series, w/MerakiCloud-managed version using Meraki Dashboard | |||||||||
Key Features and Advantages:
Wi-Fi 6E Technology: The Cisco 9166-D1 is equipped with Wi-Fi 6E technology, which extends the capabilities of Wi-Fi 6 to operate in the 6 GHz spectrum. This opens up a wider bandwidth and significantly reduces interference, allowing for faster and more reliable connections, even in congested areas.
| Antennas & Environmental | Catalyst 9166D1 ● 2.4GHz: Peak gain 6 dBi, directional antenna, (70×70) ● 5GHz: Peak gain 6 dBi, directional antenna, (70×70) ● 5GHz (XOR): Peak gain 8 dBi, directional antenna, (60×60) ● 6GHz: Peak gain 8 dBi, directional antenna, (60×60) Environmental Catalyst 9166D1 ● Operating temperature: -4° to 122°F (-20° to 50°C) Catalyst 9166D1 ● Cisco IOS® XE Software Release 17.12.1 or later (not a gold release yet) | |||||||||
Use Cases:
The versatility and performance of the Cisco 9166-D1 Access Point make it an excellent choice for various deployment scenarios. The Access Point has an inbuilt high gain directional antenna that allows dual-purpose mounting solutions and is not required for additional antenna purchasing. As an example, Access Point can be mounted on a high roof warehouse environment for Omni directional coverage and mounted in the wall for directional coverage requirements. There will be no extra cost for antenna purchasing.
This is similar to the Aruba 567 Access points and Aruba was the first in releasing dual-purpose WiFi 6 Access Points to customers.
Conclusion:
The Cisco 9166-D1 Access Point is a game-changer in warehouse wireless networking. Its state-of-the-art technology, high performance, and adaptability to high-density environments make it a top choice for businesses and organizations looking to provide reliable and secure connectivity to their users. With the 9166-D1, you can unleash the power of seamless connectivity and elevate the network experience to a new level.
