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Overview
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Specifications
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Overview
The Cisco Catalyst IW9165D is a ruggedized, high-performance wireless access point designed for fixed infrastructure deployments where running fiber is impractical or cost-prohibitive. With built-in directional antennas, external RF options, and support for Wi-Fi 6/6E or Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB), this model enables long-range, high-throughput wireless communication in the most demanding outdoor and industrial settings.
Built with a robust IP67 enclosure, the IW9165D thrives in environments exposed to dust, water, temperature extremes, and vibration—making it ideal for transportation corridors, remote facilities, and utility sites. The unit can serve as a fixed backhaul node in mesh networks, point-to-multipoint configurations, or connect mobile assets along a trackside or wayside deployment.
Key Features:
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Integrated directional antenna for focused, high-gain coverage (15 dBi)
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Dual-mode operation: software-selectable Wi-Fi AP or URWB
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IP67-rated enclosure for outdoor and industrial resilience
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Extended temperature range: -40°C to +75°C (DC powered)
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Pole-mount ready: supports tilt and slant alignment for optimized signal
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External antenna ports for mixed or extended coverage architectures
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Supports edge use cases in rail, mining, ports, energy, and utilities
Ideal Applications:
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Wireless backhaul in mines, ports, rail corridors, substations, or transport depots
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Point-to-point or mesh deployments where trenching fiber is not viable
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Long-range line-of-sight communications with high availability
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Infrastructure links in harsh, remote, or mobile environments
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Specifications
Available Models in the IW9167 Series
Each model shares core specifications such as tri-radio support, IP67 rating, and multigigabit connectivity but differs in antenna type, deployment suitability, and environmental certifications:
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IW9167E
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External antenna ports (8x N-type) for flexible coverage
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Suitable for broad outdoor and industrial applications
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Supports Wi-Fi 6, WGB, and URWB
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IW9167I
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Integrated omnidirectional antennas
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Simplified deployment with internal antenna architecture
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Compact footprint ideal for tight enclosures or aesthetic installs
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Wi-Fi 6E-ready
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IW9167E-HZ
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Based on IW9167E with added HAZLOC compliance
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Certified for Class I Div 2, ATEX, IECEx, and Zone 2/22
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Built for explosive environments such as oil & gas, chemical plants
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IW9167E-STA
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IW9167E paired with high-gain stadium antenna
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Directional beamforming for long-range or focused coverage areas
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Ideal for event venues, large yards, or infrastructure corridors
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Performance & Connectivity
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Radios: 3x 4×4 MIMO (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz)
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Data Rates: Up to 7.8 Gbps (combined)
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OFDMA & MU-MIMO for uplink and downlink
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Wi-Fi Standards: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6/6E)
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URWB Mode: Sub-10 ms latency, 99.995% uptime, seamless handoff
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Bluetooth 5.1 and GNSS location support
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Smart AP Mode: Dynamic radio stream scaling for power savings
Antenna Configurations
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IW9167E: 8x N-type antenna ports + 1x TNC GNSS
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IW9167I: Internal omnidirectional antennas (up to 5.8 dBi gain)
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IW9167E-STA: Directional panel antenna (up to 10 dBi)
Interfaces
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1x RJ-45 Multigigabit Ethernet (100M/1G/2.5G/5G PoE+)
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1x SFP slot (copper or fiber, up to 10G)
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Console port, DC input, reset button
Power Options
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PoE+: IEEE 802.3at (25W, 2×2 operation)
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UPOE / PoE++: IEEE 802.3bt (48W, full 4×4)
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DC input (18-60 VDC)
Environmental Ratings
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Operating temp: -40°C to +70°C (E/HZ), +55°C (I)
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Storage temp: -40°C to +85°C
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Wind resistance: Up to 160 mph
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IP66/IP67 rated, EN/UL 50E Type 4X
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Extended vibration, shock, and corrosion resistance
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EN 50155, AREMA, and IEC compliance (model dependent)
Regulatory Domains
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Available in multiple global domains (A, B, E, F, Q, Z, ROW)
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Verify compatibility per country at: https://cae-cnc-prd.cisco.com/pdtcnc/#/
Software Support
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Cisco IOS XE (Wi-Fi mode), Cisco Unified Industrial Wireless (URWB/WGB)
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Compatible with Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controllers
Licensing Options
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Wi-Fi: DNA Essentials (IW-DNA-E), DNA Advantage (IW-DNA-A)
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URWB: Network Essentials/Advantage/Premier + IoT-OD tiered licenses
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