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MR46 Installation Guide

The Cisco Meraki MR46 are dual-band enterprise class 802.11ax cloud-managed access points. Designed for highest
capacity and highest density, the MR46 meets the needs of the most demanding environments. The access point also
includes a third radio dedicated to optimizing the RF environment and securing the airwaves.

About this Guide

This guide provides instruction on how to install and configure your MR46 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

MR46

Interfaces

• 1x 1000/2.5G BASE-T Ethernet (RJ45)

• 1x DC power connector (5.5 mm x 2.5 mm, center positive)

Power

• Power over Ethernet: 42.5 - 57 V (802.at compliant)

• Alternative: 12 V DC input

• Power consumption: 18W max (802.3at)

• Power over Ethernet injector and DC adapter sold separately

Environment

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Содержание Meraki MR46

Страница 1: ...n how to install and configure your MR46 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 MR46 Interfaces 1x 1000 2 5G BASE T Ethernet RJ45 1x DC power connector 5 5 mm x 2 5 mm center positi...

Страница 2: ... non condensing Physical Security Two security screw options included 13 5 mm long and 2 5 mm diameter and 5 mm head Kensington lock hard point Concealed mount plate with anti tamper cable bay Product View and Physical Features Your MR46 has the following features 2 ...

Страница 3: ...The mount cradle has the following features 3 ...

Страница 4: ...d PoE accepts 802 3at and 802 3af power and should be used as the primary uplink to your LAN WAN Power Source Options The MR46 access point can be powered using either the Meraki AC Adapter PoE Injector both sold separately or a third party PoE switch Factory Reset Button If the button is pressed and held for at least five seconds and then released the AP will reboot and be restored to its original...

Страница 5: ...ts for more details The MR46 access point may be operated in Run Dark mode for additional security and to reduce the visibility of the access point In this mode the LED will not be illuminated This mode may be enabled through Meraki Dashboard Package Contents The access point packages contain the following MR46 Cloud Managed Access Point Mount cradle including built in level tool Drop ceiling moun...

Страница 6: ...ase take the following into consideration for safe operation Power off the unit before you begin Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source Before you work on any equipment be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents 6 ...

Страница 7: ...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 Set Firmware To ensure your access point performs optimally immediately following install...

Страница 8: ...hernet jack and the other end into a PoE switch Then connect the client machine over Ethernet cable to 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 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 Click on the Upl...

Страница 9: ...important to getting the best performance out of your access point Keep the following in mind 1 The device should have unobstructed line of sight to most coverage areas For example if installing in an office filled with workspaces divided by mid height cubicle walls installing on the ceiling or high on a wall would be ideal 2 Power over Ethernet supports a maximum cable length of 300 ft 100 m 9 ...

Страница 10: ...hat are customized for each installation scenario The mounting template included inbox with mount cradle should be used to drill holes for wall mounts and also to identify the correct hole patterns in the mount cradle that should be used for each type of mount The included mount cradle template shows the hole patterns that should be used for each type of mount Wall or Solid Ceiling Mount Using Mou...

Страница 11: ... only used for recessed rail mount 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 11 ...

Страница 12: ...e 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 4 Attach the mount cradle to the T rail clips using the mount cradle holes marked with a T 12 ...

Страница 13: ... 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 AP The Power Source Options section of this document lists the different powering options and their unique characteristics Mount the AP Attach the MR46 AP to the Mount Cradle This section applies to wall and or solid ceiling drop ceiling or electrical junction box ...

Страница 14: ...rom the bottom of the cradle Then remove the MR46 AP from the cradle s top tab Desk or Shelf Mount The access point can both be placed on a desk or shelf resting on the non scratch rubber feet The mount cradle is not necessary for a desk or shelf installation Physical Security Depending on your mounting environment you may want to secure the AP to its mount location The access point can both be se...

Страница 15: ...1 client device to connect to the AP and verify proper connectivity using the client s web browser 3 Check network coverage 4 Confirm that you have good signal strength throughout your coverage area You can use the signal strength meter on a laptop smart phone or other wireless device Basic Troubleshooting The following steps can be used for troubleshooting basic connectivity issues with your acces...

Страница 16: ... the AP signal LEDs will continue to scan 7 Once the Ethernet LED turns solid green or blue your computer should obtain an IP address from the AP via DHCP Check Static IP Address Configuration 1 If the AP has a static IP address the green signal LEDs will begin to flash on and off and you will not receive an IP address via DHCP 2 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the AP 3 Associate to the SSID be...

Страница 17: ...includes device serial number and order information and may be required for return shipping Meraki MR46 devices have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio...

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