Cisco Meraki CW9164I-MR: radios, power and uplinks

Cisco Meraki CW9164I-MR is the exact ordering identifier covered here, in the Catalyst 9164 range. The reviewed specification records wi-fi standard: Wi-Fi 6E; radios / spatial streams: 2x2:2 on 2.4 GHz; 4x4:4 on 5 and 6 GHz; scanning and Bluetooth radios; bands: Tri-radio + scanning. Use this guide to decide what to include in a configuration request, rather than treating similar model numbers as interchangeable.

Specifications that define this model

The values below retain the source qualifiers. A missing field is not evidence that a capability is included or absent.

How to evaluate this exact configuration

Radio arrangement

Radio arrangement for CW9164I-MR: 2x2:2 on 2.4 GHz; 4x4:4 on 5 and 6 GHz; scanning and Bluetooth radios. Start with the client mix and site survey. Radio and spatial-stream counts do not establish a guaranteed user count, usable coverage area or client data rate.

Power requirement

Power requirement for CW9164I-MR: 802.3at/802.3bt; 30.5W with USB, 25W without USB. Match the switch or injector to the full stated power requirement and any reduced-operation conditions. Record the power source in the installation plan.

Wired uplink

Wired uplink for CW9164I-MR: 1 x 100/1000/2.5G RJ-45. Check the upstream switch port and cabling as part of the design. The wired connection and radio capabilities are separate constraints.

Management approach

Management approach for CW9164I-MR: Cloud-managed. Confirm the intended management platform, software compatibility and deployment prerequisites for this exact hardware and destination.

Compare nearby ordering codes

These are specification comparisons, not statements that the models are drop-in replacements. Compare the configuration limits before choosing an alternative.

CW9162I-MR manufacturer reference · CW9166I-MR manufacturer reference

Questions before you request a quote

Which product does CW9164I-MR identify?

It identifies Cisco Meraki Catalyst 9164 indoor Wi-Fi 6E access point. Keep CW9164I-MR on the requirement and quote; a family name alone does not fix the ordering configuration.

How is CW9164I-MR managed?

The recorded management approach is Cloud-managed. Confirm the software, management platform and deployment requirements for the offered configuration.

What should I check before ordering CW9164I-MR?

Start with the specification and configuration checks above, then state the quantity, destination and intended connections or platform. Ask for the exact contents of the offered configuration and identify every proposed substitution separately.

Build a clear requirement

Specify CW9164I-MR, quantity and delivery country, then add the configuration information discussed above. Keep accessories and any accepted alternative as separate lines. Request current pricing and availability rather than relying on an article for live commercial information.

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For the wider selection process, read the related buying guide.

Sources and scope

• Manufacturer reference 1

Document and identifier checks: 2026-10-17. Prepared from manufacturer documentation and the catalogue's recorded specifications; no hands-on benchmark is claimed. Confirm destination-specific options and configuration eligibility against the source documents. Prices, stock, delivery dates and coverage terms are not established by this guide.