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MR55 Installation Guide
The Cisco Meraki MR55 is a dual-band enterprise class 802.11ax cloud-managed access point with internal antennas. Designed for high capacity and high
density, the MR55 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 along with a BLE radio for supporting IoT applications.

Package Contents

The MR55 package contains the following:
MR55 Cloud-Managed Access Point
Mount cradle including built-in level tool
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Summary of Contents for Cisco Meraki MR55

  • Page 1: Package Contents

    MR55 Installation Guide The Cisco Meraki MR55 is a dual-band enterprise class 802.11ax cloud-managed access point with internal antennas. Designed for high capacity and high density, the MR55 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 along with a BLE radio for supporting IoT applications.
  • Page 2 • Drop ceiling mount kit • Wall screws, wall screw anchors, and security screws...
  • Page 3: Understanding The Mr

    Understanding the MR55 Your Meraki MR55 has the following features:...
  • Page 5 The mount cradle has the following features:...
  • Page 6: Security Features

    Security Features The MR55 features multiple options for physically securing the access point after installation: Security screw – The accessory kit includes screws that can be used to secure the access point to the mount cradle. Engaging the security screw prevents accidental dislodging and theft.
  • Page 7: Pre-Install Preparation

    MR55 access points require 802.3at (PoE+) to function properly and do not support low power mode. Factory Reset Button If the button is pressed and held for at least five seconds and then released, the MR55 will reboot and be restored to its original factory settings by deleting all configuration information stored on the unit.
  • Page 8: Check And Configure Firewall Settings

    MR55. Attach your MR55 to power and a wired Internet connection. See the "Power the MR55" section for details. The MR55 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.
  • Page 9: Dynamic Assignment

    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. Static Assignment Static IPs are assigned using the local web server on each AP.
  • Page 10: Installation Instructions

    2. Power over Ethernet supports a maximum cable length of 300 ft (100 m). 3. If being used in a mesh deployment, the MR55 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 MR55 For most mounting scenarios, the MR55 mount cradle provides a quick, simple, and flexible means of mounting your device.
  • Page 11: Wall Or Solid Ceiling Mount Using Mount Cradle

    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 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.
  • Page 12 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.
  • Page 13: Electrical Junction Box Mount Using Mount Cradle

    4. Attach the mount cradle to the T-rail clips using the mount cradle holes (marked with a “T“). Tip: Pre-assemble rubber spacers and screws to the mount cradle. The mount cradle can then be held with one hand while the other hand holds a screwdriver.
  • Page 14 Then adjust the MR55 to guide the MR55s bottom slot into the cradle’s bottom tab until it clicks into place. Once in place, the MR55 should be secured to the cradle by using one of the included screws in the cradle’s bottom tab.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    To release the MR55 from the mount cradle, first remove the security screw that secures the MR55 to the cradle’s bottom tab. While holding the MR55 with one hand, press the cradle’s bottom tab upwards, releasing the MR55 from the bottom of the cradle. Then remove the MR55 from the cradle’s top tab. Desk or Shelf Mount The MR55 can be placed on a desk or shelf resting on the non-scratch rubber feet.

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