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Configure Your Network in Dashboard

The following is a brief overview only of the steps required to add an MR42 to your network. For detailed instructions
about creating, configuring and managing Meraki wireless networks, refer to the online documentation
(

documentation.meraki.com

).

1. Login to

http://dashboard.meraki.com

. If this is your first time, create a new account.

2. Find the network to which you plan to add your APs or create a new network.

3. Add your APs to your network. You will need your Meraki 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. You will also need
your Enterprise license key, which you should have received via email.

4. Go to the map / floor plan view and place each AP on the map by clicking and dragging it to the location where you

plan to mount it.

Check and Upgrade Firmware

To ensure your MR42 performs optimally immediately following installation, it is recommended that you facilitate a
firmware upgrade prior to mounting your MR42.

1. Attach your MR42 to power and a wired Internet connection. See the "Power the MR42" section for details.

2. The MR42 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.

* If the unit requires an upgrade, the LED will begin blinking orange until the upgrade is complete, at which point the LED
will turn solid green or blue. You should allow at least a few minutes for the firmware upgrade to complete, depending on
the speed of your internet connection.

Check and Configure Firewall Settings

If a firewall is in place, it must allow outgoing connections on particular ports to particular IP addresses. The most
current list of outbound ports and IP addresses for your particular organization can be found

here

.

Assigning IP Addresses to MR42s

All gateway MR42s (MR42s with Ethernet connections to the LAN) must be assigned routable IP addresses. These IP
addresses can be dynamically assigned via DHCP or statically assigned.

Dynamic Assignment

When using DHCP, the DHCP server should be configured to assign a static IP address for each MAC address
belonging to a Meraki AP. Other features of the wireless network, such as 802.1X authentication, may rely on the
property that the APs have static IP addresses.

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Summary of Contents for MR42

Page 1: ...onfigure your MR42 access points This guide also provides mounting instructions and limited troubleshooting procedures For more wireless installation guides refer to the wireless installation guides section on our documentation website Product Overview Physical Specifications MR42 Interfaces 1x 10 100 1000 BASE T Ethernet RJ45 1x DC power connector 5 5 mm x 2 5 mm center positive Power Power over ...

Page 2: ...20 C to 70 C Humidity 5 to 95 non condensing Physical Security Two security screw options included 10 mm long and 2 5 mm diameter and 4 7 mm head Kensington lock hard point Concealed mount plate with anti tamper cable bay Product View and Physical Features Your Meraki MR42 has the following features 2 ...

Page 3: ...the access point to the mount cradle Engaging the security screw prevents accidental dislodging and theft 2 Kensington lock The access point contains a hard point that allows it to be secured to any nearby permanent structure using a standard Kensington lock Ethernet Ports The MR42 features a Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port that accepts 802 3at and 802 3af power labeled Eth0 PoE This port should be use...

Page 4: ...and be restored to its original factory settings by deleting all configuration information stored on the unit LED Indicators and Run Dark Mode Your MR42 is equipped with a multi color LED light on the front of the unit to convey information about system functionality and performance Orange AP is booting permanent Orange suggests hardware issue Rainbow AP is initializing scanning Blinking Blue AP is...

Page 5: ...Package Contents The MR42 package contains the following MR42 Cloud Managed Access Point Mount cradle including built in level tool Drop ceiling mount kit 5 ...

Page 6: ... practices for preventing accidents Read the wall mounting instructions carefully before beginning installation Failure to use the correct hardware or to follow the correct procedures could result in a hazardous situation to people and damage to the system This product relies on the building s installation for short circuit overcurrent protection Ensure that the protective device is rated not grea...

Page 7: ...t connection See the Power the MR42 section for details 2 The MR42 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 If the unit requires an upgrade the LED will begin blinking orange until the upgrade is complete at which point the LED will turn solid ...

Page 8: ... Q2DD 551C ZYW3 4 Configure the static IP address net mask gateway IP address and DNS servers that this AP will use on its wired connection 5 If necessary reconnect the AP to the LAN Static IP via DHCP Reservations Instead of associating to each Meraki AP individually to configure static IP addresses an administrator can assign static IP addresses on the upstream DHCP server Through DHCP reservation...

Page 9: ...th of 300 ft 100 m 3 If being used in a mesh deployment the MR42 should have line of sight to at least two other Meraki devices A Cisco Partner can help ensure that your AP placement is ideal Install the MR42 For most mounting scenarios the MR42 mount cradle provides a quick simple and flexible means of mounting your device The installation should be done in two steps First install the mount cradle...

Page 10: ...or Solid Ceiling Mount Using mount cradle Using included wall anchors and screws attach the mount cradle to your mounting wall or ceiling It is recommended that the MR42 be mounted to a wall or solid ceiling using the mount cradle for physical security reasons Drop ceiling mount using mount cradle To mount your MR42 on a drop ceiling T rail use the included drop ceiling mounting accessory kit The ...

Page 11: ...shown The black foam pads should be compressed slightly after installation 2 Using the dashed lines on the mount cradle template as a guide set the proper spacing of the T rail clips on the T rail 3 Tighten the set screws on the T rail clips to secure the clips using a 5 64 2 mm hex key 11 ...

Page 12: ...he mount cradle to the junction box Power the MR42 If mounting to an electrical junction box feed the Ethernet cable through the cable access hole in the mount cradle If mounting to a wall or ceiling the Ethernet cable will feed from behind the MR42 The Power Source Options section of this document lists the different powering options and their unique characteristics Mount the MR42 Attach the MR42...

Page 13: ... into place Once in place the MR42 should be secured to the cradle by using one of the included screws in the cradle s bottom tab To release the MR42 from the mount cradle first remove the security screw that secures the MR42 to the cradle s bottom tab While holding the MR42 with one hand press the cradle s bottom tab upwards releasing the MR42 from the bottom of the cradle Then remove the MR42 fr...

Page 14: ... building fixture Verify Device Functionality and Test Network Coverage 1 Check LEDs a 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 normally within a few minutes See the LED Indicators section for more details b Note Your MR42 must have an active route to ...

Page 15: ...ve the letter G Gateway on top of the AP symbol Check Ethernet Port Functionality by Connecting to the AP 1 Disable the Wireless adapter on your computer 2 Make sure the Ethernet adapter on your device is set to obtain an IP address automatically via DHCP 3 Connect your computer to the Ethernet port on the AP with an Ethernet cable 4 The Ethernet LED on the AP should turn solid green or blue 5 If ...

Page 16: ...nnot 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 In order to initiate a hardware replacement for non functioning hardware that is und...

Page 17: ...ncluded by Cisco or authorized Cisco partners with equipment buyers Disposal of a technical device at the end of its service life should be carried out in accordance with the requirements of all state regulations and laws Do not throw in the device with household waste The technical equipment is subject to storage and disposal in accordance with the organization s disposal procedure The equipment ...

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