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Overview
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Specifications
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Overview
The Cisco Catalyst IW9165E is a compact, rugged wireless device engineered for mobility-focused and space-constrained industrial environments. Designed to deliver reliable, high-performance connectivity where traditional infrastructure may not reach, this unit supports three operational modes—Wi-Fi 6/6E Access Point, Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB), and Workgroup Bridge (WGB/uWGB)—all in a single hardware platform.
Built to integrate directly into Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), rolling stock, or smart control cabinets, the IW9165E ensures uninterrupted communication for mission-critical systems. Its DIN rail mount compatibility, low power draw, and external antenna flexibility make it an ideal choice for OEMs, system integrators, and infrastructure operators deploying mobile wireless clients or compact Wi-Fi nodes.
Key Features:
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Tri-mode operation: Wi-Fi AP, WGB/uWGB client, or URWB node (software selectable)
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Compact, rugged design: IP30 enclosure with DIN-rail and panel mounting options
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Wi-Fi 6/6E ready: Dual-radio 2×2 MIMO with support for the 6 GHz band (via future upgrade)
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Industrial-grade durability: Shock, vibration, seismic, and temperature tested
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Rail certified: Suitable for onboard deployments (EN 50155, AREMA, AAR S9401)
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Integrated GNSS & Bluetooth 5.1: Enables asset tracking and location-aware services
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Dual Ethernet ports + GPIO: Connect wired devices or sensors behind the client
Ideal Applications:
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Wireless clients for mobile industrial equipment and rail transport
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Cabinet-installed Wi-Fi APs in space-restricted industrial panels
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Agile deployments in mining, manufacturing, logistics, and energy sectors
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Mission-critical connectivity for AMRs, teleremote systems, and SCADA endpoints
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Specifications
Technical Specifications
Model Variants
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IW9165E-x-WGB – 4 RF ports, Workgroup Bridge software
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IW9165E-x-URWB – 4 RF ports, URWB software
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IW9165E-x-AP – 4 RF ports, Wi-Fi Access Point software
(x = regulatory domain)
Wireless Capabilities
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Radios: Dual-radio 2×2 MIMO
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5 GHz: 20/40/80 MHz
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5/6 GHz: 20/40/80/160 MHz (6 GHz pending country approval)
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Data Rates: Up to 2.4 Gbps combined
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Wi-Fi Standards: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6/6E)
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WGB/uWGB mode: Bridges wired clients over Wi-Fi
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URWB mode: Ultra-reliable wireless links with low latency and multipath operations
Antenna Options
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4x RP-SMA antenna ports (external antennas)
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1x SMA GNSS port
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Supports Cisco Self-Identifying Antennas (SIA)
Interfaces
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1x RJ45 Multigigabit Ethernet (100M/1G/2.5G with PoE+/UPOE)
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1x RJ45 1G Ethernet
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2x GPIO ports
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Console port (RJ45), DC input (micro-fit), system LEDs, reset button
Mounting & Enclosure
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IP30 rated metal enclosure
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Mounting: DIN rail (horizontal, vertical, bottom), wall/panel
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Dimensions: 15.2 x 12.4 x 4.3 cm (6.0 x 4.9 x 1.7 in)
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Weight: 0.75 kg (1.7 lb)
Power Requirements
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Input: 802.3af (PoE), 802.3at (PoE+), UPOE, or 24–48 VDC
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Power Draw:
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20W with PoE+ (full 2×2 operation)
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12.95W with PoE (reduced 1×1 operation)
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Dying Gasp: Graceful shutdown supported (capacitor-based)
Environmental Performance
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Operating Temp: -40°C to +70°C
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Storage Temp: -40°C to +85°C
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Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
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Altitude: Up to 15,000 ft
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Certifications: EN 50155, EN 61373, EN 61000-x series, AREMA, AAR S9401
Software Compatibility
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Cisco Unified Industrial Wireless Software (WGB & URWB modes)
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Cisco IOS XE Software (Wi-Fi AP mode)
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Software upgradeable between modes (field-swappable images)
Licensing Options
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URWB: Network Essentials / Advantage / Premier
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Wi-Fi: Included in AP firmware
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Optional IoT-OD Essentials or Advantage licenses
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