Cisco Meraki MR66
Dual-Radio Outdoor 802.11n Access Point
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Overview:
High performance, ruggedized, outdoor cloud-managed wireless LAN
The Cisco Meraki MR66 is an enterprise class, dual-concurrent 802.11n cloud managed access point designed for high-density deployments in harsh outdoor locations and industrial indoor environments. The MR66 features dual-concurrent, dual-band operation and advanced 802.11n technologies such as MIMO and beamforming, delivering the high capacity, throughput and reliable coverage required by the most demanding business applications, even in harsh environments.
MR66 and the Cisco Meraki Cloud Controller: A Powerful Combination
The MR66 is managed through the Cisco Meraki Enterprise Cloud Controller, with an intuitive browser-based interface that lets you get up and running quickly without training or certifications. Since the MR66 is self-configuring and managed over the web, it can even be deployed at a remote location without on-site IT staff.
The MR66 is monitored 24×7 from the Cisco Meraki Enterprise Cloud Controller which delivers real-time alerts if your network encounters problems. Remote diagnostics tools also enable real-time troubleshooting over the web.
The MR66’s firmware is always kept up to date from the cloud. New features, bug fixes, and enhancements are delivered seamlessly over the web, so you never have to manually download software updates or worry about missing security patches.
MR66 Highlights
Ideal use cases
- Harsh, rugged, and outdoor environments
- High-density deployments
- Voice, video, and performance-intensive networks
Hardware features
- IP67 rated, tested for dust, shock, vibration, and moisture
- Dual-radio 802.11n, up to 600 Mbps
- Gigabit Ethernet port, 802.3af PoE compatible
Cloud management
- Network-wide visibility and control
- Self-provisioning for rapid deployment
- Automatic reporting
- Seamless firmware updates
Enterprise security
- 802.1X and native Active Directory integration
- Intrusion detection and prevention (WIDS/WIPS)
- Stateful Layer 3-7 firewall
- Identity-based group policies
- Built-in antivirus scan (NAC)
Guest access
- 1-click secure guest access
- Guest isolation firewall
- Customizable splash pages
RF optimization
- Cloud based RF planning
- Built in spectrum analysis
- Dual-concurrent radios with band steering
Layer 7 traffic shaping
- Classifies hundreds of applications
- Create per-application bandwidth limits
- Prioritize productivity apps
- Restrict recreational traffic
Mesh
- Self-configuring, self-optimizing mesh
- High performance multi-radio routing protocols
- Extends coverage to hard-to-wire areas
- Self-heals after cable or switch failures
Device management
- Create device-specific firewall rules
- Deploy applications and updates
- Troubleshoot issues with built-in RDP
Recommended Use Cases
Outdoor coverage for high client-density corporate campuses, educational institutions, metro Wi-Fi, and parks
- Provide high-speed access to a large number of clients
- Point-to-multipoint mesh
Indoor coverage for industrial areas (e.g., warehouses, manufacturing facilities)
- Reliable coverage for scanner guns, security cameras, and POS devices
- High speed-access for iPads, tablets and laptops
Long distance point-to-point links
- Build a long-distance bridge between two networks
- Two MR66s can establish up to a 20 km link using high-gain antennas
Pricing Notes:
- Pricing and product availability subject to change without notice.
Features:
Dual enterprise class 802.11n radios, up to 600 Mbps
The MR66 features two powerful radios and advanced RF design for enhanced receive sensitivity. Combined with 802.11n technologies including MIMO and beamforming, the MR66 delivers up to 600 Mbps throughput and up to 50% increased capacity compared to typical rugged enterprise-class 802.11g access points, meaning fewer access points are required for a given deployment. In addition, dual-concurrent 802.11n radios and band steering technology allow the MR66 to automatically serve legacy 802.11b/g clients using the 2.4 GHz radio and newer 802.11n clients using the 5 GHz radio, thus providing maximum speed to all clients.
Rugged industrial design
The MR66 is designed and tested for salt spray, vibration, extreme thermal conditions, shock and dust and is IP67-rated, making it ideal for extreme environments. Despite its rugged design, MR66 has a low profile and is easy to deploy.
Application-aware traffic shaping
The MR66 includes an integrated layer 7 packet inspection, classification, and control engine, enabling you to set QoS policies based on traffic type. Prioritize your mission critical applications, while setting limits on recreational traffic, e.g. peer-to-peer and video streaming.
Automatic cloud-based RF optimization with spectrum analysis
The MR66’s sophisticated, automated RF optimization means that there is no need for the dedicated hardware or RF expertise typically required to tune a wireless network. An integrated spectrum analyzer monitors the airspace for neighboring WiFi devices as well as non-802.11 interference – microwave ovens, Bluetooth headsets, etc. The Cisco Meraki cloud then automatically optimizes the MR66’s channel selection, transmit power, and client connection settings, providing optimal performance even under challenging RF conditions.
Integrated enterprise security and guest access
The MR66 features integrated, easy-to-configure security technologies to provide secure connectivity for employees and guests alike. Advanced security features such as AES hardware based encryption and WPA2-Enterprise authentication with 802.1X and Active Directory integration provide wire-like security with the convenience of wireless mobility. One-click guest isolation provides secure, Internet-only access for visitors. Our policy firewall (Identity Policy Manager) enables group or device-based, granular access policy control. PCI compliance reports check network settings against PCI requirements to simplify secure retail deployments.
Secure wireless environments using Air Marshal
Cisco Meraki wireless comes equipped with Air Marshal, a built-in wireless intrusion prevention system (WIPS) for threat detection and attack remediation. APs will scan their environment opportunistically or in real-time based on intuitive user-defined preferences. Alarms and auto-containment of malicious rogue APs are configured via flexible remediation policies, ensuring optimal security and performance in even the most challenging wireless environments.
High performance mesh
The MR66’s advanced mesh technologies like multi-channel routing protocols and multiple gateway support enable scalable, high throughput coverage of hard-to-wire areas with zero configuration. Mesh also improves network reliability - in the event of a switch or cable failure, the MR66 will automatically revert to mesh mode, providing continued gateway connectivity to clients.
Self-configuring, self-optimizing, self-healing
When plugged in, the MR66 automatically connects to the Cisco Meraki cloud, downloads its configuration, and joins your network. It self optimizes, determining the ideal channel, transmit power, and client connection parameters. It also self heals, responding automatically to switch failures and other errors.
Low profile, environmentally friendly design
In addition to eliminating excess packaging and documentation, 90% of the access point materials are recyclable. A maximum power draw of only 10.5 watts and a cloud-managed architecture mean that pollution, material utilization and your electric bill are kept to a minimum.
Pricing Notes:
- Pricing and product availability subject to change without notice.
Specifications:
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| Physical Dimensions | 10.5" x 7.6" x 2.2" (267 mm x 192 mm x 57 mm) not including mount |
| Weight | 1.9 lb (862 g) |
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| Certification | Wi-Fi Alliance |
| Warranty | 1 year hardware warranty with advanced replacement included
The device-specific licenses corresponding to discontinued hardware products will be available for purchase after the EOS Date unless the license(s) is/are listed in the “End-of-Life Products” list provided below. Cisco Meraki typically provides support for a given product for a period of five (5) years after the EOS date. If the discontinued product is not available for replacement or repair of an in-warranty return, Cisco Meraki may replace the discontinued product with functionally equivalent hardware and transfer the remaining license term from the replaced product to the replacement hardware. |
Pricing Notes:
- Pricing and product availability subject to change without notice.
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