Cisco Systems 60053010 User Manual

Z3 Installation Guide [Internal]

This document describes how to install and set up the Z3 teleworker gateway. Additional reference documents are available online at: www.meraki.com/library/products.

Z3 Overview

The Meraki Z3 is an enterprise teleworker gateway designed for telecommuting employees and IT staff. It is also a great all-in-one device to test the capabilities of Meraki's cloud-managed networking. This gateway provides the following features:

•Support for four LAN connections

•Dual-concurrent 802.11ac radios for wireless connections

•Wall screws and anchors for mounting drywall surface, either vertically or horizontally

Package contents

In addition to the Z3, the following are provided.

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The Z3 front panel

Ports and Status Indicators

The Z3 uses a single LED to inform the user of the device's status.

LED Status	Meaning
Flashing white	Operation in progress
Solid white	Power is applied, Fully operational

The Z3 back panel

Additional functions on the back panel are described below, from left to right.

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Reset button

LAN ports

WAN / Internet port

USB port

Power input

Insert a paper clip if a reset is required.

•A brief, momentary press: To delete a downloaded configuration and reboot.

•Press and hold for more than 10 sec: To force the unit into a full factory reset.

These 4 ports provide connectivity to computers, printers, access points, or Ethernet switches.

A steady green LED indicates bidirectional connectivity, and flashing green indicates traffic.

Provides connectivity to the WAN.

USB 2.0 for 3G/4G wireless cards

Designed for use only with the unit’s power supply.

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