Cisco Systems 60033010 User Manual

Meraki MR72

Hardware Installation Guide

Trademarks

Cisco, Cisco Meraki, Meraki, Meraki MR72, and Meraki Cloud
Controller are trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. Other brand and
product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their
respective holders.

Warranty

Cisco Systems, Inc. provides a one year warranty on this product.
Warranty details may be found at www.meraki.cisco.com/support.

Table of Contents

. 1 Scope of Document and Related Publications

. 2 MR72 Overview

. 3 Pre-Install Preparation

. 4 Installation Instructions

. 5 Troubleshooting

. 6 Regulatory

1 Scope of Document and Related Publications

The MR72 Hardware Installation Guide describes the installation
procedure for the MR72 access point.

Additional reference documents are available online at
meraki.cisco.com/support

2 MR72 Overview

The Meraki MR72 is an enterprise-class, 802.11abgn/ac outdoor
access point designed for rugged environments. When connected to
the Meraki Cloud Controller, the MR72 enables the creation of high­speed and reliable networks that cover large outdoor and industrial
areas quickly, easily, and cost-effectively.

The Meraki MR72 has an operating temperature of -40o to 60o C.

2.1 Package Contents

The MR72 package contains the following:

- MR72 access point

- Wall screws & anchors

- Mounting plate

- Cable gland

- Mounting straps

2.2 Antennas and Ports

The Meraki MR72 has two radios. Each radio has two external antenna
connectors; both connectors for a particular radio should be attached
to the same type of antenna. The 5 GHz radio is used for mesh or client
communication. The 2.4 GHz radio is primarily used for client
communication. However, it can also communicate with Meraki 2.4
GHz access points.

Meraki offers a number of different antennas for use with the MR72:
MA-ANT-20, MA-ANT-21, MA-ANT-23, and MA-ANT-25.

The Meraki MA-ANT-20 omni-directional antennas must be installed
vertically.

The Meraki MA-ANT-25 patch antenna must be installed facing
downward, at least 30 degrees from the horizon line.

2.3 Power Source Options

The MR72 access point can be powered using either an 802.3at
capable PoE switch or the Meraki 802.3at PoE injector (sold
separately).

2.4 LED Indicators and Run Dark Mode

Your MR72 uses a single LED to inform the user of the device’s status.

Function

LED Status

Meaning

Power Up/
Boot

Solid
Orange

Power is applied

Connecting

Rainbow

Device in process of connecting to
the Meraki Dashboard

Connected

Solid White

Fully operational

Upgrading

Flashing
White

During boot or no WAN link

The MR72 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.

3 Pre-Install Preparation

You should complete the following steps before going on-site to
perform an installation.

3.1 Configure Your Network in Dashboard

Meraki recommends that you add your MR72 to a network in
Dashboard before mounting it in the field. The following is a brief
overview only of the steps required to add an MR72 to your network.
For detailed instructions about creating, configuring and managing
Meraki wireless networks, refer to the Meraki Cloud Controller Manual
(cisco.meraki.com/support/#documentation).

1. Login to http://dashboard.meraki.com. If this is your first time,
create a new account.