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Cisco MERAKI CW9166D1 Installation Manual

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CW9166D1 Installation Guide
CW9166D1 Installation Guide
The Cisco Catalyst Wireless 9166D1 is a tri-band enterprise-class WiFi 6E cloud-managed access point supporting the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and the newly opened
unlicensed 6 GHz frequency bands. Designed for the ultra-high capacity and highest density, these APs meet the needs of the most demanding and mission-
critical environments. The Catalyst Wireless 9166D1 is designed with an integrated directional antenna allowing the coverage pattern to favor the area the AP is
facing - ideal for warehouse, auditoriums, etc. The access point includes a fourth radio dedicated to optimizing the RF environment and securing the airwaves.
The AP also has an additional Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) capable radio used for location and other IoT applications. In addition, the CW9166D1 has a USB
port.
About this Guide
This guide provides instructions on how to install and configure your CW9166D1 access points. This guide also provides mounting instructions and limited
troubleshooting procedures. For more wireless installation guides, refer to the
Product Overview
Physical Specifications
Interfaces
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1x 100/1000/2.5G/5G BASE-T Ethernet (RJ45)
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1x DC power connector (8 mm, center positive)
Power
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Power over Ethernet: 42.5 - 57 V (802.3at and 802.3bt compliant)
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Power consumption: 30W to 40W (802.3at required)
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Power over Ethernet injector (MA-INJ-6) and DC adapter (MA-PWR-50WAC)
Power over Ethernet injector and DC adapter sold separately
Actual power consumption may vary depending on the AP usage
CW9166D1
wireless installation guides section
on our documentation website.
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  • Page 1 CW9166D1 Installation Guide The Cisco Catalyst Wireless 9166D1 is a tri-band enterprise-class WiFi 6E cloud-managed access point supporting the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and the newly opened unlicensed 6 GHz frequency bands. Designed for the ultra-high capacity and highest density, these APs meet the needs of the most demanding and mission- critical environments.
  • Page 2 USB will be disabled when powered by 802.3 at/PoE+ It is recommended that you ensure that LLDP is enabled to allow proper power negotiation Environment • Operating temperature: -4 °F to 122 °F (-20°C to 50 °C) • Storage and Transportation Temperature: -4 °F to 122°F (-20 °C to 50 °C) •...
  • Page 3 A - Cable access bay B - LED indicator C - USB Slot - with protective cover...
  • Page 4 D - USB Slot - with protective cover E - Rubber stands F - Ports location G - Kensington lock slot...
  • Page 5 K - Reset button L - Kensington lock slot M - DC 54V power input port N - Security hasp for padlocking AP to mounting bracket The Meraki AP comes with the default Cisco universal mounting bracket (AIR-AP-BRACKET-2) that has the following features:...
  • Page 6 O - Security Hasp P - Access Point Mounting Keyholes Q- T-rail attachment points R - Cable access slot The Meraki AP comes with an articulating arm (CW-MNT-ART2-00) that has the following features:...
  • Page 7 1 - M4 X 10mm screw with washer 2 - AIR-AP-BRACKET-2 (Not included in this kit.) 3 - Access point bracket plate 4 - M8 x40 Hex bolts 5 - Mounting arm 6 - M8 washer (external-tooth) 7 - M8 flanged lock nut...
  • Page 8 8 - Pole or wall mounting flange Security Features These AP feature multiple options for physically securing the access point after installation: 1. Security hasp – The universal mounting bracket has a security hasp and can be used to secure the access point to the universal mounting bracket. Engaging the security screw prevents accidental dislodging and theft.
  • Page 9 CW9166D1 Cloud-Managed Access Point Cisco Universal Mount Bracket - AIR-AP-BRACKET-2...
  • Page 10 Cisco Articulating Arm - CW-MNT-ART2-00 (Optional)
  • Page 11 T-Rail mount attachment (AIR-AP-T-RAIL-R) and screws (5 Nos - 6-32 x 1/4 included) (Optional)
  • Page 12 Safety and Warnings These operations are to be taken with respect to all local laws. Please take the following into consideration for safe operation: • Power off the unit before you begin. Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. •...

  • Page 13: Pre-Install Preparation

    Pre-install Preparation You should complete the following steps before going on-site to perform an installation. Configure your Dashboard Network The following is a brief overview only of the steps required to add an access point to your network. For detailed instructions about creating, configuring, and managing Meraki wireless networks, refer to the online documentation (documentation.meraki.com).
  • Page 14 • If necessary, reconnect the AP to the LAN. Static IP via DHCP Reservations • Instead of associating to each Meraki AP individually to configure static IP addresses, an administrator can assign static IP addresses on the upstream DHCP server. Through “DHCP reservations,” IP addresses are “reserved” for the MAC addresses of the Meraki APs. Please consult the documentation for the DHCP server to configure DHCP reservations.

  • Page 15: Installation Instructions

    Proper functionality of the AP is not guaranteed and this can potentially cause damage to the AP hardware. Installation Instructions Choose Your Mounting Location The Cisco Catalyst Wireless 9166D1 Series Wi-Fi 6E Access Point can be mounted in the following places: • Suspended ceiling •...
  • Page 16 3. If being used in a mesh deployment, the AP should have a line of sight to at least two other Meraki devices. A Cisco Partner and/or site survey can help ensure that your AP placement is ideal. Install the AP For some mounting scenarios, the access point universal mounting bracket provides a quick, simple, and flexible means of mounting your device.
  • Page 17 The AP is now ready to be mounted on the wall...
  • Page 18 Electrical Junction Box Mount Using Universal Mounting Bracket The access point can be mounted to a 4” square cable junction box, a 3.5 or 4” round cable junction box, or various U.S. and European outlet boxes (mounting screws are not included). Using appropriate mounting hardware for your specific type of junction box, attach the universal mounting bracket to the junction box.
  • Page 19 2. To attach the AP to the universal mounting bracket properly, align the access point feet over the keyhole mounting slots on the mounting bracket.
  • Page 20 3. Since the cradle is already mounted to the wall/ceiling, gently guide the AP towards the mounting cradle until it clicks into place.
  • Page 21 Mounting on a Wall or Ceiling Using Articulating Bracket 1. Determine the mounting location for the access point and attach the wall mounting flange to the wall or ceiling using four M6 screws through the holes in the bracket.
  • Page 22 Caution: The mounting wall, attaching screws, and wall anchors must support a 50-lb (22.7–kg) static weight. Note: The mounting kit does not include the M6 screws for securing the bracket to the mounting surface. 2. Assemble the mounting arm by connecting the mounting arm and the wall mounting flange. Hand tighten the screws and nuts.
  • Page 23 3. Connect the access point bracket plate and the mounting arm. Hand tighten the screws and nuts.
  • Page 24 4. Attach the AIR-AP-BRACKET-2 to the access point bracket plate by using four M4 screws through the holes in the bracket. Hand tighten the four screws.
  • Page 25 5. Attach the access point to the AIR-AP-BRACKET-2. Use a 13 mm wrench to loosen or tighten the fasteners at the azimuth and elevation- adjustment pivots.
  • Page 26 6. Adjust the access point's azimuth (side-to-side position) and elevation (up-and-down position). Loosen the adjustment pivot nuts slightly to allow for adjustment. Use the azimuth and elevation markings on the articulating mounting arm and the flange brackets as a guide. You may adjust the azimuth angle up to ±60 degrees and elevation up to +60 / -90 degrees.
  • Page 27 7. After adjusting the access point position, tighten the pivot nuts. Tighten all nuts at the pivot points to 5.6 lb-ft to 5.9 lb-ft (7.6 Nm to 8.0 Nm) torque. 8. Connect the Ethernet cable to the access point using the termination kit. Mounting on a Pole or Mast Using Articulating Bracket Note: The pole or mast must be rigid enough to hold the weight of an access point along with the associated forces produced by wind loads.
  • Page 29 2. Connect the mounting arm to the access point bracket plate. Hand tighten the screws and nuts.
  • Page 30 3. Attach the AIR-AP-BRACKET-2 to the access point bracket using four M4 screws through the holes in the bracket. Snugly hand tighten the M4 four screws included in the mounting kit. 4. Attach the access point to the AIR-AP-BRACKET-2.
  • Page 31 5. Adjust the access point's azimuth (side-to-side position) and elevation (up-and-down position). Loosen the adjustment pivot nuts slightly to allow for adjustment. Use the azimuth and elevation markings on the articulating mounting arm and the flange brackets as a guide. You may adjust the azimuth angle up to ±60 degrees and elevation up to +60 / -90 degrees.
  • Page 33 Mounting the Access Point Using Single Axis Articulating Bracket 1. Determine the mounting location for the access point and attach the wall mounting flange to the wall or ceiling using four M6 screws through the holes in the bracket. Caution:The mounting surface, attaching screws, and wall anchors must support a 50 lb (22.7–kg) static weight. Note: The mounting kit does not include the M6 screws for securing the bracket to the mounting surface.
  • Page 34 3. Attach the AIR-AP-BRACKET-2 to the access point bracket using four M4 screws through the holes in the bracket. Hand tighten snug the four screws.
  • Page 35 4. Attach the access point to the AIR-AP-BRACKET-2. Use a 13-mm wrench to loosen or tighten the fasteners. 5. Adjust the access point's position.Loosen the adjustment pivot nut slightly to allow for adjustment. Use the markings on the flange bracket as a guide. You may adjust the angle ±50 degrees.
  • Page 36 6. After adjusting the access point position, tighten the pivot nut.Tighten the nut at the pivot point to 5.6 to 5.9 lb-ft (7.6 to 8.0 Nm) torque. 7. Connect the Ethernet cable to the access point using the termination kit. Drop Ceiling Mount using T-Rail Mount attachment To mount your AP on a drop ceiling T-rail (AIR-AP-T-RAIL-R - included), use the included T-Rail mount attachment.
  • Page 37 2. Use a screwdriver to tighten the two ceiling grid clip locking screws to prevent the clip from sliding along the T-rail. 3. Observe the ceiling grid clip width detent letter (A, B, or C) that corresponds to the T-rail width.
  • Page 38 4. Align the corresponding holes (A, B, or C) on the mounting bracket over the mounting holes on the ceiling grid clip.
  • Page 39 5. Hold the mounting bracket and insert a 6-32 x 1/4 in. screw into each of the four corresponding holes (A, B, or C) and tighten. Getting Power to the AP If mounting to an electrical junction box, feed the Ethernet cable through the cable access hole in the universal mounting bracket. If mounting to a wall or ceiling, the Ethernet cable will feed from behind the AP.
  • Page 40 LED Indicators and Run Dark Mode Your access point is equipped with a multi-color LED light on the front of the unit to convey information about system functionality and performance: • Orange - AP is booting (permanent Orange suggests hardware issue) •...
  • Page 41 AP has been installed using the universal mounting bracket, it should be secured via a security screw and/or Kensington lock. If the universal mounting bracket was not used, the AP can still be secured using a Kensington lock. Kensington Lock The access point contains a hard point that allows it to be secured to any nearby permanent structure using a standard Kensington lock.
  • Page 42 Once the 6 GHz band is enabled using the drop-down menu, 6 GHz capability can be enabled for all SSIDs. or an SSID that would require 6 GHz capability.
  • Page 43 Preferred Scanning Channels The 6 GHz frequency band introduces 59 20 MHz channels. Due to a large number of channels, the standard implements a new efficient process for clients to discover nearby access points. This is called Preferred Scanning Channels (PSC). PSCs are a set of 20-MHz channels that are spaced every 80 MHz. In order to support the PSC-based clients and effectively onboard the clients in the least possible time, the 6 GHz channel selection in the RF profile for CW9166D1 Auto RF configuration will be restricted to a set of PSC capable channels.

  • Page 44: Basic Troubleshooting

    If you are still experiencing hardware issues, please contact Cisco Meraki support by logging in to the Dashboard and using the Help option near the top of the page, then opening an email case or calling using the contact information on that page.
  • Page 45 Meraki datasheets. If your Cisco Meraki device fails and the problem cannot be resolved by troubleshooting, contact support to address the issue. Once support determines that the device is in a failed state, they can process an RMA and send out a replacement device free of charge. In most circumstances, the RMA will include a pre-paid shipping label so the faulty equipment can be returned.