Meraki Catalyst 9162 Wireless access point Wi-Fi

The Meraki Catalyst 9162 Wireless Access Point delivers high-performance wireless connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) compatibility, featuring three dedicated radios for security, RF management, and Bluetooth®, with added USB support for peripherals. Designed for mid-sized to large organizations, this access point is ideal for sectors like education, healthcare, and retail, where reliable and secure wireless networks are paramount. It offers flexibility between cloud and on-premises management, making it adaptable to evolving business needs. By utilizing the expanded 6-GHz band, the Catalyst 9162 provides higher throughput, improved capacity, and minimized interference, ensuring enhanced reliability for hybrid work environments.

Equipped with intelligent RF optimization, it ensures seamless performance under challenging conditions without requiring complex configurations. Whether used in distributed branches or large campuses, the Catalyst 9162 makes network management efficient with zero-touch deployment, real-time monitoring, and automatic updates, simplifying the work of IT teams.

Benefits to Your Business

For businesses looking to scale and secure their wireless networks, the Catalyst 9162 offers several advantages. The cloud-managed option provides centralized control, ensuring businesses can manage their entire network from a single dashboard. This results in significant time and cost savings, as network administrators can automate tasks, monitor network health, and troubleshoot issues remotely.

Industries such as education, where reliable connectivity is essential for online learning, or healthcare, where secure wireless access for critical devices is vital, benefit from the enhanced security features and high-performance capabilities of this access point. Additionally, retail environments gain the ability to handle high traffic and offer secure guest access, ensuring a smooth customer experience.

The Meraki cloud platform enhances network management by automating updates, simplifying troubleshooting, and ensuring networks remain secure and efficient, with the flexibility to switch between cloud or on-premises deployment models.

Key Features and Specifications

• Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E with a combined frame rate of ~3.9 Gbps, supporting the 6 GHz, 5 GHz, and 2.4 GHz bands.
• MU-MIMO and OFDMA for high-efficiency transmission, supporting environments with numerous mobile devices.
• Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for seamless deployment of location-aware applications and device visibility.
• 24×7 real-time WIDS/WIPS and spectrum analytics via dedicated scanning radios.
• 1 x 2.5 Gbps mGig Ethernet port with USB 2.0 interface and 4.5W power budget.
• Advanced RF optimization for automated channel and power management.
• Integrated enterprise security with WPA3, 802.1X, AES encryption, and guest access support.
• Self-configuring, plug-and-play deployment with real-time monitoring and automatic firmware updates.
• Optimized for voice and video through advanced QoS features and traffic shaping.

Integration with Other Meraki Products

The Catalyst 9162 integrates seamlessly with other Cisco Meraki solutions, including Meraki switches, security appliances, and smart cameras. Managed through the Meraki cloud dashboard, businesses can enjoy unified network management, enabling network-wide policy enforcement, application visibility, and proactive troubleshooting.

This integration extends the benefits of the Catalyst 9162 to a full-stack Meraki solution, providing an end-to-end wireless solution with capabilities like SD-WAN integration, advanced traffic management, and IoT device management.

Licensing

The Catalyst 9162 requires a valid Meraki license to access cloud-managed features and receive firmware updates. Cisco provides flexible licensing options based on business needs, ensuring continued network optimization, security, and performance.