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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 - 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.
  • Page 2 Physical Security • Kensington lock hardpoint * Screws that can be attached to the security hasp of the universal mounting bracket • Concealed mount plate with anti-tamper cable bay Product View and Physical Features Your CW9166D1 has the following features:...
  • 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 H - USB Slot - with protective cover I - 5Gb ethernet port J - RJ45 console port (Not Available in Meraki Mode) 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: Security Features

    Scan CW9166D1 AP can be powered by PoE power in different modes as mentioned above when using a PoE capable switch. They can also be powered by a single 802.3bt capable PoE injector MA-INJ-6 Meraki multiGigabit 802.3bt Power over Ethernet Injector. It can also be powered by an AC power adaptor MA-...

  • Page 9: Factory Reset Button

    The CW9166D1 access point may be operated in the “Run Dark” mode for additional security and to reduce the visibility of the access point. In this mode, the LED will not be illuminated. This mode may be enabled through the Meraki Dashboard.

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    Package Contents The access point packages contain the following: CW9166D1 Cloud-Managed Access Point Cisco Universal Mount Bracket - AIR-AP-BRACKET-2...
  • Page 11 Cisco Articulating Arm - CW-MNT-ART2-00...
  • Page 12 T-Rail mount attachment (AIR-AP-T-RAIL-R) and screws (5 Nos - 6-32 x 1/4 included)

  • Page 13: Safety And Warnings

    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 14: 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 15 • 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 16: Installation Instructions

    Note: CW9166D1 does not support 802.3af power source. Note: CW9166D1 can be powered by a PoE Switch, PoE Injector or an AC adaptor. Powering up the AP with an AC adapter while connecting to a PoE source is not recommended. Proper functionality of the AP is not guaranteed and this can potentially cause damage to the AP hardware.
  • Page 17 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 18 3. Observe the ceiling grid clip width detent letter (A, B, or C) that corresponds to the T-rail width.
  • Page 19 4. Align the corresponding holes (A, B, or C) on the mounting bracket over the mounting holes on the ceiling grid clip.
  • Page 20 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. Wall Mount the AP using Universal Mounting Bracket To mount the AP on the wall first, identify the location of the wall 1.
  • Page 21 3. Locate the pilot holes and then insert a fastener(not included) into each mounting hole and tighten. 4. Place the universal mounting bracket over the faster holes and then use screws up to 6 mm in diameter and at least 1 - 1/4 inch length (not included) to tighten it flush to the wall...
  • Page 22 The AP is now ready to be mounted on the wall 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).
  • Page 23 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. 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 24 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. 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.
  • Page 25 2. Assemble the mounting arm by connecting the mounting arm and the wall mounting flange. Hand tighten the screws and nuts. 3. Connect the access point bracket plate and the mounting arm. Hand tighten the screws and nuts.
  • Page 26 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. 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 27 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 28 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.
  • Page 31 4. Attach the access point to the AIR-AP-BRACKET-2.
  • Page 32 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.
  • Page 34 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. 2. Assemble the access point bracket to the wall mounting flange. Hand tighten all screws and nuts. 3.
  • 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: Physical Security

    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. 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.
  • Page 37 The out-of-the-box setting of the CW9166D1 will have the second and third radio both operating in the 5 GHz frequency band (Dual 5 GHz mode). Note: When the CW9166D1 is operating in Dual 5 GHz mode, the operating channels are restricted to UNII 1 for the first 5 GHz radio and UNII 3 for the second 5 GHz radio.
  • Page 38 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...

  • Page 39: Basic Troubleshooting

    The list of the PSC channels is indicated above in green. Auto RF will choose a channel that is a PSC-supported channel for 20, 40, 80, and 160 MHz frequencies. Note: When disabling a channel that is being used by Auto Channel configuration settings, the system will make sure to disable all 80 MHz of the closest PSC channel.

  • Page 40: Warranty

    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 41 Manual (Installation) For additional information on Meraki hardware and for other installation guides, please refer to documentation.meraki.com.

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