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Cisco Meraki MR46E Installation Manual

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MR46E Installation Guide
The Cisco Meraki MR46E are dual-band enterprise class 802.11ax cloud-managed access points. Designed for highest
capacity and highest density, the MR46E 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 MR46E access points. This guide also provides
mounting instructions and limited troubleshooting procedures. For more wireless installation guides, refer to the
installation guides section
Product Overview
Physical Specifications
Interfaces
• 1x 100/1000/2.5G 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 (802.3at compliant)
• Alternative: 12 V DC input
• Power consumption: 18W max (802.3at)
• Power over Ethernet injector and DC adapter sold separately
Environment
on our documentation website.
MR46E
wireless
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  • Page 1 MR46E Installation Guide The Cisco Meraki MR46E are dual-band enterprise class 802.11ax cloud-managed access points. Designed for highest capacity and highest density, the MR46E 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.
  • Page 2 • Operating temperature: 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C) • Humidity: 5 to 95% 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 •...

  • Page 3: Security Features

    Security Features The MR46E features multiple options for physically securing the access point after installation: 1. 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. 2.

  • Page 4: External Antenna Ports

    External Antenna Ports The MR46E has 6 external antenna ports Ethernet Ports The MR46E features a Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port that accepts 802.3at power (labeled “Eth0, PoE”). This port should be used for uplink to your WAN connection. The port labeled “PoE” accepts 802.3at power and should be used as the primary uplink to your LAN/WAN. Power Source Options The MR46E access point can be powered using either the Meraki AC Adapter, PoE Injector (both sold separately), or a third-party PoE switch.

  • Page 5: Factory Reset Button

    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 factory settings by deleting all configuration information stored on the unit. LED Indicators and Run Dark Mode Your access point is equipped with a multi-color LED light on the front of the unit to convey information about system functionality and performance: •...
  • Page 6 Drop ceiling mount kit Wall screws, wall screw anchors, and security screws...

  • Page 7: Safety And Warnings

    Safety and Warnings These operations are to be taken with respect to all local laws. Please 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.

  • Page 8: Assigning An Ip Address

    (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.

  • Page 9: Collect Tools

    AP) or over a wired connection. • If using a wired connection, connect the client machine to the AP either through a PoE switch or a PoE Injector. If using a PoE switch, plug an Ethernet cable into the AP’s Ethernet jack, and the other end into a PoE switch. Then connect the client machine over Ethernet cable to the PoE switch.

  • 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 AP should have line of sight to at least two other Meraki devices. A Cisco Partner can help ensure that your AP placement is ideal.

  • Page 11: Wall Or Solid Ceiling Mount Using Mount Cradle

    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 mounts and also to identify the correct hole patterns in the mount cradle that should be used for each type of mount.
  • Page 12 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. 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.

  • 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. If mounting your AP to a dropped ceiling, skip to the "Power the AP" section. Electrical Junction Box Mount Using Mount Cradle The access point can be mounted to a 4”...
  • Page 14 into the MR46E AP’s slot. Then adjust the MR46E AP to guide the AP’s bottom slot into the cradle’s bottom tab until it clicks into place. Once in place, the MR46E AP should be secured to the cradle by using one of the included screws in the cradle’s bottom tab.

  • Page 15: Verify Device Functionality And Test Network Coverage

    To release the AP from the mount cradle, first remove the security screw that secures the MR46E AP to the cradle’s bottom tab. While holding the MR46E AP with one hand, press the cradle’s bottom tab upwards, releasing the MR46E AP from the bottom of the cradle.

  • Page 16: Basic Troubleshooting

    2. Verify access point connectivity a. Use any 802.11 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.

  • Page 17: Warranty

    If you are still experiencing hardware issues, please contact Cisco Meraki support by logging in to dashboard and using the Help option near the top of the page, then opening and email case or calling using the contact information on that page.
  • Page 18 Meraki MR46E 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.

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