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The AP attaches to the mount cradle with two tabs on the cradle that insert into the AP, and is secured to the cradle
using one screw.

To attach the AP to the mount cradle properly, line up the top edge of the AP with the top tab of the mount cradle. Since
the cradle is already mounted to the wall, guide the AP towards the top tab and insert the top tab into the AP’s slot.

Then adjust the AP to guide the AP’s bottom slot into the cradle’s bottom tab until it clicks into place. Once in place, the
AP should be secured to the cradle by using one of the included screws in the cradle’s bottom tab.

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Summary of Contents for Meraki MR53E

Page 1: ...ty and highest density the MR53E meets the need of the most demanding environments The access point also includes a third radio dedicated to optimizing the RF environment and securing the airwaves along with a BLE radio for supporting IoT applications Package Contents The MR53E packages contain the following MR53E Cloud Managed Access Point Mount cradle including built in level tool 1 ...

Page 2: ... Drop ceiling mount kit Wall screws wall screw anchors and security screws Spare hardware 2 ...

Page 3: ...Understanding the MR53E Your Meraki MR52 and MR53 both have the following features 3 ...

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Page 5: ...The mount cradle has the following features 5 ...

Page 6: ... secure 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 External Antenna Ports The MR53E has 6 external antenna ports The ports labeled 2 4 5 is meant for client serving radios 6 ...

Page 7: ... labeled IoT is meant for client serving radios Ethernet Ports The MR53E features 2 Ethernet ports The labeled PoE accepts 802 3at and 802 3af power and should be used as the primary uplink to your LAN WAN The 2nd port may be used for LACP bonding with the PoE port 7 ...

Page 8: ...n about system functionality and performance Orange AP is booting permanent Orange suggests hardware issue Rainbow AP is initializing scanning Blinking Blue AP is upgrading Green AP in Gateway mode with no clients Blue AP in Gateway mode with clients Blinking Orange AP can t find uplink The MR53E may be operated in Run Dark mode for additional security and to reduce the visibility of the access po...

Page 9: ... ensure your MR53E performs optimally immediately following installation it is recommended that you facilitate a firmware upgrade prior to mounting your AP 1 Attach your AP to power and a wired Internet connection See the Power the AP section for details 2 The AP 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 ...

Page 10: ... the PoE switch If using a PoE Injector connect the AP to the PoE port of the Injector and the client machine to the LAN port 3 Using a web browser on the client machine access the AP s built in web server by browsing to http my meraki com Alternatively browse to http 10 128 128 128 4 Click on the Uplink Configuration tab Log in The default login is the serial number e g Qxxx xxxx xxxx with no pass...

Page 11: ...Collect Additional Hardware for Installation You will need the following hardware to perform an installation Installation Instructions 11 ...

Page 12: ...radle Attach the mount cradle The MR53E mount cradle can be used to install your access point in a wide range of scenarios wall or solid ceiling below a drop ceiling on various electrical junction boxes The mount cradle contains a variety of hole patterns that are customized for each installation scenario The mounting template included inbox with mount cradle should be used to drill holes for wall...

Page 13: ...rews only used for recessed rail mount uncommon 2 rubber spacers 1 Attach the T rail clips to the T rail by rotating them and snapping them into place as shown The black foam pads should be compressed slightly after installation 13 ...

Page 14: ... 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 14 ...

Page 15: ...outlet boxes mounting screws are not included Using appropriate mounting hardware for your specific type of junction box attach the mount cradle to the junction box Power the AP 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 access point The Power Sourc...

Page 16: ...dge of the AP with the top tab of the mount cradle Since the cradle is already mounted to the wall guide the AP towards the top tab and insert the top tab into the AP s slot Then adjust the AP to guide the AP s bottom slot into the cradle s bottom tab until it clicks into place Once in place the AP should be secured to the cradle by using one of the included screws in the cradle s bottom tab 16 ...

Page 17: ...the antennas These antennas come with RP TNC connectors compatible with the MR53E Connecting MA ANT 3 A B series antennas The MA ANT 3 A B series antennas are dipole omnidirectional antennas that may be connected to any of the antenna connectors on the MR53E order is not important Connecting MA ANT 3 C D E F series antennas The MA ANT 3 C D E F antennas will come with six antenna cables with RP TN...

Page 18: ...fy 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 AP must have an active route to the Internet to check a...

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