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Cisco MERAKI MR45 Installation Manual

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MR45 Installation Guide
The Cisco Meraki MR45 is a dual-band enterprise class 802.11ax cloud-managed access point with internal antennas. Designed for high capacity and high
density, the MR45 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.
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The MR45 package contains the following:
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MR45 Cloud-Managed Access Point
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Mount cradle including built-in level tool
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  • Page 1 The Cisco Meraki MR45 is a dual-band enterprise class 802.11ax cloud-managed access point with internal antennas. Designed for high capacity and high density, the MR45 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 Mr45

    Understanding the MR45 Your Meraki MR45 has the following features:...
  • Page 5 The mount cradle has the following features:...

  • Page 6: Security Features

    Ethernet Ports The MR45 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. Power Source Options The MR45 access point can be powered using either the Meraki AC Adapter, PoE Injector (both sold separately), or a third-party PoE switch.

  • Page 7: Pre-Install Preparation

    MR45 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 MR45 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

    Attach your MR45 to power and a wired Internet connection. See the "Power the MR45" section for details. The MR45 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: Collect Tools

    AP) or over a wired connection. 2. If using a wired connection, connect the client machine to the MR45 either through a PoE switch or a PoE Injector. If using a PoE switch, plug an Ethernet cable into the MR45’s Ethernet jack, and the other end into a PoE switch.

  • Page 10: Installation Instructions

    3. If being used in a mesh deployment, the MR45 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 MR45 For most mounting scenarios, the MR45 mount cradle provides a quick, simple, and flexible means of mounting your device. The installation should be done in...

  • Page 11: Attach The Mount Cradle

    First, install the mount cradle to your selected location. Then, attach the MR45 to the mount cradle. Attach the mount cradle The MR45 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.
  • Page 12 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: Power The Mr45

    The MR45 attaches to the mount cradle with two tabs on the cradle that insert into the MR45, and is secured to the cradle using one screw. To attach the MR45 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...
  • Page 14 Then adjust the MR45 to guide the MR45s bottom slot into the cradle’s bottom tab until it clicks into place. Once in place, the MR45 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 MR45 from the mount cradle, first remove the security screw that secures the MR45 to the cradle’s bottom tab. While holding the MR45 with one hand, press the cradle’s bottom tab upwards, releasing the MR45 from the bottom of the cradle. Then remove the MR45 from the cradle’s top tab.

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