Cisco Meraki MR44 Wireless Access Point (MR44-HW) (Unclaimed) | New

Overview of Cisco Meraki MR44 Wireless Access Point (MR44-HW) | New

The Cisco Meraki MR44 Wireless Access Point (MR44-HW) is a cloud-managed 2x2:2 + 4x4:4 802.11ax access point that raises the bar in wireless performance and efficiency. The MR44 is intended for next-generation installations in workplaces, schools, hospitals, stores, and hotels, and it provides high throughput, enterprise-grade security, and simple management.

The Cisco Meraki MR44 Wireless Access Point has a maximum aggregate frame rate of 3 Gbps* with concurrent 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radios. A third dedicated radio provides real-time WIDS/WIPS with automated RF optimization, while a fourth integrated radio provides Bluetooth scanning and beaconing.

The Cisco Meraki MR44 Wireless Access Point is an excellent platform for the most demanding of uses, including high-density deployments and bandwidth or performance-intensive applications like voice and high-definition video, thanks to its combination of cloud management, high-performance hardware, multiple radios, and advanced software features.

Key Features of Cisco Meraki MR44 Wireless Access Point

Dual–radio aggregate frame rate of up to 3 Gbps

The combined dual-radio aggregate frame rate of 3 Gbps* is provided by the 2.4 GHz 2x2:2 radio and the 5 GHz 4x4:4 radio, with up to 2,402 Mbps in the 5 GHz band and 573 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band. Transmit beamforming and greater receive sensitivity enable the MR44 to support higher client density than usual enterprise-class access points, resulting in better performance for more clients from each AP.

Multi User Multiple Input Multiple Output (MU-MIMO)

The MR44 supports 802.11ax features such as MU-MIMO and OFDMA for more efficient transmission to numerous clients. MU-MIMO, which is especially useful in areas with a high density of mobile devices, allows multiple clients to receive data at the same time. This enhances overall network performance and the end user experience.

Dedicated third radio delivers 24x7 wireless security and RF analytics

The dedicated dual-band scanning and security radio on the MR44 constantly scans the surroundings, analyzing RF interference and limiting wireless dangers such as rogue access points. There's no need to choose between wireless security, advanced RF analysis, and supplying client data; with a dedicated third radio, all operations are performed in real time, with no impact on client traffic or AP throughput.

Bluetooth Low Energy Beacon and scanning radio

An integrated fourth Bluetooth radio enables seamless deployment of BLE Beacon capabilities and easy visibility of Bluetooth devices. The MR44 supports the next generation of location-aware applications while future-proofing deployments and ensuring readiness for any new consumer interaction methods.

Automatic cloud-based RF optimization

The MR44's sophisticated and automated RF optimization eliminates the requirement for the dedicated hardware and RF expertise generally required to tune a wireless network. The RF data acquired by the dedicated third radio is continuously transmitted back to the Meraki cloud. This information is then used to automatically optimize the channel selection, transmit power, and client connection parameters for optimal performance under even the most demanding RF conditions.

Integrated enterprise security and guest access

The MR44 incorporates simple-to-use security technologies to enable secure connectivity for both employees and guests. AES hardware-based encryption and Enterprise authentication with 802.1X and Active Directory integration give wired-like security while remaining simple to configure. Visitors can gain safe, Internet-only access with a single click of the mouse. To simplify safe retail deployments, PCI compliance reports compare network configurations to PCI criteria.

Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) & Mobile Device Management (MDM) integration

Meraki Systems Manager interfaces natively with the MR44 to provide automatic, context-aware security. Self-service enrollment in Systems Manager enables rapid deployment of MDM without the need for extra hardware, and then dynamically ties firewall and traffic shaping settings to client posture.

Application-aware traffic shaping

The MR44 contains an integrated layer 7 packet inspection, classification, and control engine, allowing the setup of QoS policies based on traffic type, assisting in the prioritization of mission-critical applications while limiting recreational traffic such as peer-to-peer and video streaming. Policies can be implemented per network, per SSID, per user group, or per individual user for maximum flexibility and control.

Voice and video optimizations

Industry-standard QoS features are pre-installed and simple to configure. Wireless MultiMedia (WMM) access categories, 802.1p, and DSCP standards all ensure that critical applications are prioritized correctly, not just on the MR44, but also on other network devices. Unscheduled Automatic Power Save Delivery (U-APSD) and new Target Wait Time features in 802.11ax clients ensure that wireless VoIP phones have minimum battery depletion.

Self-configuring, self-maintaining, always up-to-date

The MR44 immediately connects to the Meraki cloud, obtains its settings, and joins the right network when connected in. If new firmware is required, the AP automatically retrieves and updates it. This keeps the network up to speed on bug patches, security updates, and new features.

Advanced analytics

Drilling down into network utilization statistics provides highly granular traffic analytics. Journey monitoring via location analytics can improve visibility into the real environment. Visitor numbers, dwell time, repeat visit rates, and track trends can all be easily tracked in the dashboard, and deeper analysis is possible thanks to raw data accessible via easy APIs.

Specification for Cisco Meraki MR44 Wireless Access Point (MR44-HW) | New