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Cisco IW9165E-Z-AP | Catalyst IW9165 Wi-Fi 6E Industrial Access Point

IW9165E-Z-AP

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Description

The Cisco Catalyst IW9165E-Z-AP is a compact, rugged Wi-Fi 6/6E industrial access point designed for mission-critical wireless connectivity in challenging environments. With its IP30-rated design, dual 2x2 radios supporting 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands, and flexible mounting options including DIN rail, this access point is ideal for deployment in industrial cabinets, AGV/AMR platforms, and railway applications. The IW9165E features two Ethernet ports including one Multigigabit port with PoE+ input, external antenna support, and optional GNSS tracking.

Features

Wi-Fi 6/6E (802.11ax) with dual 2x2 MIMO radios supporting 5 GHz and 5/6 GHz bands
- Supports Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB) technology for low latency and zero packet loss (software dependent)
- Workgroup Bridge (WGB) and Universal WGB (uWGB) modes for connecting wired clients over Wi-Fi (software dependent)
- Multi-Path Operations (MPO) support for duplicating critical traffic up to 8x (URWB mode)
- External antenna support with 4x RP-SMA connectors for flexible RF design
- Self-Identifying Antenna (SIA) compatibility for 6 GHz band operation on ports 1 and 3
- Multigigabit Ethernet (2.5 Gbps) with PoE+ input and dedicated 1 Gbps LAN port
- GNSS receiver for location tracking in mobile deployments
- GPIO and Digital I/O for industrial sensor and control integration
- EN50155 railway certification for onboard train deployments
- M12 connector compatibility via adapters for industrial environments
- Cisco Trust Anchor hardware security for supply chain trust and firmware authenticity
- DIN rail and wall mounting options for flexible installation
- Rugged IP30 design with fanless operation from -40°C to +70°C
- CAPWAP-based centralized management with Cisco Catalyst 9800 controllers
- Layer 2 and Layer 3 roaming with seamless handoff capabilities

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All products sold by XS Network Tech include a 12-month warranty on both new and used items. Our in-house technical team thoroughly tests used hardware prior to sale to ensure enterprise-grade reliability.

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Technical Specifications

Wireless: Dual-radio 2x2 MIMO, Wi-Fi 6/6E (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
- Frequency Bands: 5 GHz (20/40/80 MHz) and 5/6 GHz (20/40/80/160 MHz)
- Data Rates: Up to 2.4 Gbps combined
- Antenna: 4x RP-SMA external antenna connectors, 1x SMA GNSS port
- Ethernet Ports: 1x Multigigabit RJ45 (100M/1G/2.5G) with PoE+ input (802.3af/at, 802.3bt, Cisco UPOE), 1x RJ45 1G LAN port
- Power Input: PoE+ (802.3at), PoE++ (802.3bt), Cisco UPOE, or DC power input (requires external adapter), 20W typical power draw
- Additional Interfaces: Console port (RJ45), 2x GPIO ports, Digital I/O connector, M12 X-code compatible (adapter required)
- Mounting: DIN rail or wall mount, compact form factor
- Environmental: IP30 rating, operating temperature -40°C to +70°C, fanless design
- Certifications: EN50155 railway certification, industrial grade
- Management: CAPWAP controller-based, CLI, SNMP, web interface
- Regulatory Domain: Z domain (Australia, New Zealand)

FAQs

Q: What operational modes does the IW9165E-Z-AP support?
A: The IW9165E can operate in multiple software-defined modes: Wi-Fi 6/6E Access Point mode (as specified by the -AP suffix), Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB) mode for low-latency mobile connectivity, and Workgroup Bridge (WGB/uWGB) mode to connect wired devices to existing Wi-Fi infrastructure. The mode is determined by the software image loaded on the device.

Q: Is this access point suitable for mobile deployments like AGVs and AMRs?
A: Yes, the IW9165E is specifically designed for Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). Its compact form factor, low power consumption, rugged IP30 design, DIN rail mounting, and support for URWB mode with seamless handoffs make it ideal for connecting moving assets that require reliable wireless connectivity.

Q: What is the 6 GHz (Wi-Fi 6E) availability for this model?
A: The IW9165E hardware supports Wi-Fi 6E operation in the 6 GHz band, but availability is subject to regulatory approval and software updates for each country. The Z domain (Australia/New Zealand) regulatory framework determines the permitted frequencies and power levels for 6 GHz operation in those regions.

Q: Does this access point require a wireless controller?
A: Yes, when operating in standard Wi-Fi AP mode, the IW9165E operates as a controller-based access point using CAPWAP protocol and requires a Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series wireless controller or compatible management platform. In standalone URWB mode, it can operate without a controller depending on the deployment architecture.

Q: What power options are available for deployment?
A: The IW9165E can be powered via 802.3at PoE+, 802.3bt PoE++, or Cisco UPOE through its Multigigabit Ethernet port. It also accepts DC power input through a micro-fit connector using compatible power adapters (e.g., IW-PWRADPT-MFIT4P) or industrial power injectors (e.g., IW-PWRINJ-60RGDMG). This dual-power capability provides deployment flexibility in various industrial environments.

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