- Cisco MR56-HW: Meraki MR56 Cloud Managed 802.11ax AP. This unit is Unclaimed
Featuring an impressive 8x8:8 antenna design, the MR56-HW ensures reliable connections even in congested environments where multiple devices compete for bandwidth. Its MU-MIMO technology further enhances performance by allowing simultaneous data transmission to multiple clients.
Configuring and managing the MR56-HW is hassle-free thanks to Cisco's intuitive cloud-based dashboard system, Meraki Dashboard. This allows network engineers to manage their entire network infrastructure from anywhere with ease centrally.
Technical Specifications
- Wireless Standard: 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) with backward compatibility for a/b/g/n/ac.
- Aggregate Data Rate: Up to 5.9 Gbps (4804 Mbps on 5 GHz and 1147 Mbps on 2.4 GHz).
- Radio Configuration: Includes four radios: a 2.4 GHz 4x4:4 client radio, a 5 GHz 8x8:8 client radio, a dedicated dual-band security/WIDS/WIPS radio, and a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio.
- Interfaces: One 100/1000/2.5G/5G BASE-T Ethernet (RJ45) port and one DC power connector.
- Power: Operates via 802.3at PoE+ (22W–30W max) or an external 12V DC adapter; neither is typically included in the base hardware.
- Cloud Management: Fully managed via the Meraki Dashboard, offering centralized visibility, automated firmware updates, and zero-touch provisioning.
- Air Marshal: The dedicated third radio provides 24/7 wireless intrusion prevention (WIPS) and real-time RF spectrum analysis without impacting client traffic.
- Advanced Analytics: Built-in sensors and radios track visitor trends, dwell time, and repeat visit rates.
- Security Standards: Supports WPA3, WPA2-Enterprise with 802.1X, and integrated Layer 7 firewall with application-aware traffic shaping