Meraki MR84 Hardware Installation Guide
Trademarks Cisco, Cisco Meraki, Meraki, Meraki MR84, 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 MR84 Overview . 3 Pre-Install Preparation . 4 Installation Instructions .
1 Scope of Document and Related Publications The MR84 Hardware Installation Guide describes the installation procedure for the MR84 access point. Additional reference documents are available online at meraki.cisco.com/support 2 MR84 Overview The Meraki MR84 is an enterprise-class, 802.11abgn/ac outdoor access point designed for rugged environments.
access points. Meraki offers a number of different antennas for use with the MR84: MAANT-20, MA-ANT-25, MA-ANT-27, and AIR-ANT2413P4M-N. The Meraki MA-ANT-20 omni-directional antennas must be installed vertically. The Meraki MA-ANT-25 patch antenna, MA-ANT-27 dual-band sector antenna, and Cisco AIR-ANT2513P4M-N stadium antenna must be installed facing downward, at least 30 degrees from the horizon line. 2.3 Power Source Options The MR84 access point can be powered using either an 802.
installation. 3.1 Configure Your Network in Dashboard Meraki recommends that you add your MR84 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 MR84 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.
3.3 Check and Configure Firewall Settings If your network will be located behind a firewall, it must allow outgoing connections on particular ports to particular IP addresses in order for the MR84 to be able to seamlessly communicate with the Cloud Controller. The most current list of outbound ports and IP addresses can be found here: http://bit.ly/oZpMQ7 3.4 Assigning IP Addresses to MR84s All gateway MR84s (MR84s with Ethernet connections to the LAN) must be assigned routable IP addresses.
servers that this AP will use on its wired connection. 5.If necessary, reconnect the AP to the LAN. 3.5 Collect Tools You will need the following tools to perform an installation: - Flat-head screwdriver - Drill with appropriate bits for mounting wall anchors (if mounting to a wall) - Phillips screwdriver - Tin snips (if mounting with hose clamps) - Power screwdriver with 5/16” (8 mm) nut driver, Phillips & flat heads (recommended) 3.
A good mounting location is important to getting the best performance out of your MR84 access point. Keep the following in mind: 1. The device should have unobstructed line of sight to most coverage areas. For example, if installing in an office filled with workspaces divided by mid-height cubicle walls, installing on the ceiling or high on a wall would be ideal. 2.Power over Ethernet supports a maximum cable length of 300 ft (100 m). 3.
It is recommended that the MR84 be mounted to a wall or solid ceiling using the mount plate for physical security reasons. 4.2.2.2 Pole Mount Using Mount Plate Use the included mounting straps to mount the AP to a pole less than 3.9” in diameter. Thread the mounting straps through the mounting strap slots to secure the mount plate in a horizontal or vertical orientation. 4.2.3 Mount the MR84 Insert the posts on the mount plate into the attachment slots on the access point. 4.2.3.
Unscrew it with a coin or flathead screwdriver. 2. Route the Ethernet cable from the PoE Injector “OUT” port to the MR84. 3. Install a cable gland on the MR84 end of the cable. 4. Plug the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of the Meraki MR84. a. Connect the cable to the Ethernet port on the MR84. b. Screw the gland body into the threaded hole of the port. Use an adjustable wrench to make sure the gland body is fully seated in the hole. c. Insert the split ring gasket into the gland body. d.
5 Troubleshooting Reference the Meraki knowledge base at http://meraki.com/support/#kb for additional information and troubleshooting tips. 6 Regulatory FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 27.5 cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the USA is firmwarelimited to channels 1 through 11. If the device is going to be operated in the 5.15 - 5.
LAN-EL. Industry Canada Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 27.5 cm between the radiator & your body. Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non con trôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 27.
