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CW9163E Installation Guide
About this Guide
This guide provides instructions on installing and configuring your CW9163E access point. This guide also provides mounting instructions and limited
troubleshooting procedures. For more wireless installation guides, refer to our documentation website's wireless installation guides section.
Product Overview
The Cisco Wireless CW9163E is an outdoor-rated, enterprise-class 802.11ax cloud-managed access point. The AP is equipped with tri-band concurrent radios
geared towards low/medium density applications. It will work with different external antennas for required directivity.
It features 2x2 tri-band traffic radios (2x2 2.4 GHz + 2x2 5 GHz + 2x2 6 GHz), 1x1 tri-band scanning radio, and a 2.4 GHz IoT radio for (BLE/Zigbee/Thread etc).
It also has an inbuilt GNSS receiver for 6 GHz AFC compliance.
Physical Specifications
Dimensions and Weight
Interfaces
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1x 10/100/1000/2.5G BASE-T Ethernet (RJ45)
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Four external N-type female antenna connectors
Antennas
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CW-ANT-O1-NS-00 (Direct Attach Omni Directional Antenna, tri-band)
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CW-ANT-D1-NS-00 (tri-band Patch, two 2.4 / 5 GHz dual-band ports and Two 5 / 6 GHz ports (Total 4 antenna ports)
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CW-ANT-GPS2-00 (L1/L5 Dual Band RHCP GNSS antenna (active))
Power
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802.3at PoE
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802.3af (degraded performance mode)
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Injectors Supported:
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AIR-PWRINJ6 [30 W rated single-port PoE injector]
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AIR-PWRINJ7 [65 W rated single-port PoE injector (802.3bt), mGig Ethernet]
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- Page 1 For more wireless installation guides, refer to our documentation website's wireless installation guides section. Product Overview The Cisco Wireless CW9163E is an outdoor-rated, enterprise-class 802.11ax cloud-managed access point. The AP is equipped with tri-band concurrent radios geared towards low/medium density applications. It will work with different external antennas for required directivity.
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Page 2: Package Contents
◦ MA-INJ-4 [30 W rated single-port PoE injector] ◦ MA-INJ-6 [60 W rated PoE injector (802.3bt), mGig Ethernet] ◦ AIR-PWRINJ-60RGDMG [37 W rated power injector] Note: Actual power consumption may vary depending on the AP usage. Note: The power injector provides DC voltage to the AP over the Ethernet cable and supports a total end-to-end Ethernet cable length of 100 m (328 ft) from the switch to the AP Environment •... - Page 3 ◦ Oxide inhibitor paste (Find purpose) Product View and Physical Features Your CW9163E has the following physical features:...
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Page 4: Led Indicator
The mount cradle has the following physical features: A, C, E, G- Antenna port B- Grounding post D- GPS Antenna port F- Mounting slots H- Ethernet/ Console ports I- Positive reset cap (Covers access to rest button) J- LED indicator LED Indicator The CW9163E is equipped with a multi-color LED on the bottom edge of the unit to convey information about system functionality and performance: •... -
Page 5: Factory Reset Button
Note: The CW9163E will operate utilizing 802.3af in degraded mode. Please reference the power table below for the expected performance. Powering Options: max RF Power Eth0 2.4GHz 5GHz 6GHz power Scan GNSS (tracking) mode Class ch0/ch1 1 Gbps 22 dBm 2.5 Gbps 21 dBm Mount plate attachment slots... - Page 6 A- Wall mount slots B- Vertical pole strap slots C- Mount plate security screw D- Mount plate attachment posts E- Horizontal pole strap slots F- Release tab AIR-MNT-VERT1 Note: The CW9163E is compatible with the AIR-MNT-VERT1 mounting plate. Refer to the below diagrams on mounting plate specifications.
- Page 7 A- Wall mount slots B- Mount plate attachment screw C- Release tab D- Mounting posts Mounting holes A (4x) The mounting holes located on the 4 outermost corners of the MA-MNT-MR-16 mounting plate allow secure installation of the mounting plate to a surface such as a wall.
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Page 8: Safety And Warnings
Find the network to which you plan to add your APs or create a new network. Add your APs to your network. You will need your Cisco Wireless order number (found on your invoice) or the serial number of each AP, which looks like Qxxx-xxxx-xxxx, and is found on the bottom of the unit. -
Page 9: Static Assignment
Attach your CW9163E to PoE-enabled wired Internet connection. See the "Power the CW9163E" section for details. The CW9163E will turn on, and the LED will glow solid orange. If the unit does not require a firmware upgrade, the LED will turn either green (no clients associated) or blue (clients associated) within thirty seconds. -
Page 10: Installation Instructions
Required Hardware for Installation You will need the following tools to perform an installation: • Network cables with RJ45 connectors long enough for your particular mounting location • 802.3at PoE power source (either PoE switch or PoE Injector) • Connection to the Internet (if you are setting up your CW9163E as a gateway to the Internet) •... -
Page 11: Choosing A Mounting Location
Choosing a mounting location A good mounting location is important to get the best performance out of your CW9163E access point. Keep the following in mind: The device should have an unobstructed line of sight to most coverage areas. Power over Ethernet supports a maximum cable length of 300 ft (100 m). If used in a mesh deployment, the CW9163E should have a line of sight to at least two other Meraki devices. - Page 12 Attaching the AP to the mounting plate 1. Align the Mount Plate attachment posts with the mounting holes on the back of the AP. 2. Slide the mounting slots on the back of the AP over the mounting posts on the mounting plate. The AP is securely attached when an audible click is heard.
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Page 13: Pole Mount Installation
Pole mount installation 1. Use the included mounting straps to mount the AP to a pole 2 to 3.9 inches in diameter. 2. Thread the mounting straps through the mounting strap slots to secure the mount plate horizontally or vertically. - Page 14 Secure the pole mount bracket 3. Secure the mounting bracket by tightening the screws of the mounting straps. To tighten, use a flathead screwdriver. Attaching the AP to the mount bracket...
- Page 15 4. Slide the mounting slots on the back of the AP over the mounting posts on the mounting plate. The AP is securely attached when an audible click is heard. 5. Tighten the mount plate security screw. Attaching grounding strap If the AP is installed outdoors and exposed to the elements, it should be properly grounded to prevent damage to the unit, connected networking equipment, and the mounting structure.
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Page 16: Antenna Selection
The datasheet includes a list of certified antennas. The CW9163E features tri-band antenna ports; thus, tri-band antennas should be paired with the AP. Below is a highlight of the different antenna types and their applications. It is always best practice to consult with a Cisco SE or partner to select the best antenna for the unique design. -
Page 17: Aim Antennas
If using directional antennas, aim them appropriately to ensure optimal performance for your network topography. Omnidirectional antennas perform best in a mesh network when oriented vertically. Patch and sector antennas should be angled in the direction of the desired coverage area. Note: For more information on Cisco Wireless access point antennas, refer to the following: https://documentation.meraki.com/MR/...eraki_Antennas Antenna Ports 2x N-Type antenna ports are located at the top of the CW9163E and 2x are located at the bottom of the AP. - Page 18 Port Function Color AP side connector ANT A 6 GHz + SIA Single Yellow ANT B 6 GHz Single Clear ANT C 2.4&5 GHz Single Orange ANT D 2.4&5 GHz + SIA Singe Purple...
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Page 19: Attaching Antennas
Attaching Antennas CW-ANT-O1-NS-00... - Page 20 1. Remove protective plastic covers from all four N-type RF connectors. Ensure a secure connection between antennas and AP by securing fastening into connectors. 3. Use the markings on the connectors located on the AP to verify the respective 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz ports. To ensure the highest performance, ensure antennas connected to the 4 ports have overlapping coverage areas.
- Page 21 For a wall mount installation of the ANT-GPS2-00: Determine the desired placement of the antenna. Mark the locations of the mounting holes. Use a 0.1360-in. [3.4772 mm] bit to drill a pilot hole at the mounting hole locations you marked. Locate the pilot holes, insert anchors into each mounting hole, and tighten.
- Page 22 For a pole mount installation of the CW-ANT-GPS2-00: 1. Thread the included pole straps through the horizontal antenna slots. Secure the mounting bracket by tightening the screws of the mounting straps. To tighten pole straps, use a flathead screwdriver. 4. Remove the protective cap and connect the antenna to the GPS port on top of the CW9163E.
- Page 23 Attaching Cable Gland Note: If using molded ethernet connectors, the silicon boot will need to be removed before threading the connector through the cable gland cap. As shown above, insert the included split ring gasket into the gland cap on the CW9163E's end of the cable. Thread the cable connector through the gland cap.
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Page 24: Verify Device Functionality And Test Network Coverage
Note: The CW9163E requires at least 802.3at power to operate in normal mode. Verify Device Functionality and Test Network Coverage 1. Check LEDs • The Power LED should be solid green (or blue if clients are connected). If it is flashing blue, the firmware is automatically upgrading and the LED should turn green when the upgrade is completed (generally within a few minutes). - Page 25 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 26 WPA3 Support WiFi 6E in the 6 GHz frequency band requires the clients to support WPA3 as a mandatory mode of operation. WPA2-WPA3 transition mode is not supported in the 6 GHz frequency. If an SSID is configured to operate across all three frequency bands, then the SSID should be configured to be WPA3 only Note: If an SSID is configured to support WPA3 transition mode across all three frequency bands, then the 2.4 GHz and the 5 GHz frequency will broadcast the SSID with transition mode support.
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Page 27: Warranty
Cisco Wireless website. If your Cisco Wireless 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.