Overview
Overview of Cisco Meraki MR56 Wireless Access Point (MR56-HW) | New
The Cisco Meraki MR56 Wireless Access Point (MR56-HW) is a premium Wi-Fi 6 access point designed for high-density, demanding business settings including busy public spaces, colleges and businesses. With its industry-leading aggregate frame rate of up to 5.9 Gbps and state-of-the-art 8x8:8 MU-MIMO 802.11ax technology, the MR56 ensures uninterrupted connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications and thousands of concurrent users. The user-friendly Meraki Dashboard, which offers centralized visibility, real-time analytics and automated firmware updates, makes network management easier with this cloud-managed access point. Its integrated environmental sensors, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and advanced security features (including WPA3 and Air Marshal WIPS) further expand its potential for location services, threat prevention and the Internet of Things. Because of the MR56's quick deployment, low IT overhead and high uptime, businesses can easily scale wireless performance, security and dependability.
Key Features of Cisco Meraki MR56 Wireless Access Point
• Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Support with 8x8:8 MU-MIMO and OFDMA maximize throughput, capacity and efficiency, accommodating mission-critical environments.
• Tri-Band Operation with simultaneously operates on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, with dedicated radios for security (WIDS/WIPS) and Bluetooth LE.
• 5.9 Gbps Aggregate Data Rate delivers exceptional wireless speeds for high-density and high-performance deployments.
• Cloud-Managed Simplicity that is centralized, real-time visibility and configuration using the Meraki Dashboard with zero-touch provisioning and automatic updates.
• Layer 7 Traffic Shaping with application-aware bandwidth and access control, including the ability to prioritize productivity tasks and restrict recreational traffic.
• Advanced Security Suite with WPA3 encryption, firewall, DNS security, antivirus scanning, Air Marshal WIPS and one-click guest access for robust network threat defense.
• Integrated BLE & Environmental Sensors that facilitate IoT integration, asset tracking and advanced analytics for business intelligence.
• Power over Ethernet (PoE+) that streamlined installation with support for 802.3at PoE+ and multigigabit Ethernet on a single RJ-45 port.
• Visitor Analytics & Location Services with real-time analytics for user presence and activity, supporting retail and event use cases.
Benefits of Cisco Meraki MR56 Wireless Access Point
🗹 Handles extreme client density, demanding applications and future-proof throughput for growing organizations.
🗹 Rapid deployment, centralized monitoring and automated maintenance reduce IT burden and ensure consistent uptime.
🗹 Industry-leading encryption, threat prevention and guest access protect sensitive data and users across the network.
🗹 BLE and environmental sensors support IoT devices, asset management and deliver actionable insights through location and usage analytics.
🗹 Designed for seamless growth—easily expand wireless coverage and manage multiple sites with a single dashboard.
🗹 Smart RF optimization, application shaping and automatic firmware ensure reliable and fast connections, every time.
🗹 PoE+, automatic self-provisioning help reduce installation and operational expenses.
Specifications
Specifications for Cisco Meraki MR56 Wireless Access Point (MR56-HW) | New
Manufacturer | Cisco |
Manufacturer Part Number | MR56-HW |
Product Name | Cisco Meraki MR56 Wireless Access Point |
Product Type | Access Point |
Width | 12.8 in |
Depth | 5.5 in |
Height | 1.8 in |
Weight | 2.2 lbs |
Form Factor | External |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
Data Transfer Rate | 5.9 Gbps |
Line Coding Format | 1024 QAM, OFDMA |
Data Link Protocol | IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2, 802.11ax |
Cloud-Managed | Yes |
Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
Status Indicators | Power, boot state, status |
Features | Firmware upgradable, Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS), Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) support, Quality of Service (QoS), Maximum Ratio Combining (MRC), Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS), DiffServ Code Point (DSCP) support, MU-MIMO technology, Bluetooth Low Energy Beaconing, Unscheduled Automatic Power Save Delivery (U-APSD), SU-MIMO technology, AES encryption, guest access, opportunistic key caching (OKC), packet aggregation, 8x8:8 streams, Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA), Target Wait Time (TWT) |
Encryption Algorithm | AES, TLS, TTLS, TKIP, WPA, WPA2-PSK, WPA2-Enterprise, WEP, EAP-SIM, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA3-Personal, WPA3-Enhanced Open |
Authentication Method | MS-CHAP v.2, Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) |
Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.3at, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11u, IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2, IEEE 802.11ax |
Antenna | Internal |
Interfaces | 1 x 1/2.5/5GBase-T (PoE+) - RJ-45 |
Included Accessories | Mounting kit |
Compliant Standards | CSA, VCCI, ICES-003, EN55024, CISPR 22, FCC Part 15 B, RSS-102, UL 2043, RoHS, FCC Part 2, AS/NZS 4268, FCC Part 15 E, FCC CFR47 Part 15 C, EN 62311, EN 300 328, EN 50385, RSS-247, EN 301 489-1-17, EN 62479, EN 301 893, EN 55032, AS/NZS 2772, CB 60950, CB 62368, IFT, NOM-208, NCC LP0002 |
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Supported | PoE+ |
Power Device | External power adapter |
Voltage Required | DC 12 V (non-PoE) / 42.5 - 57 V (PoE+) |
Power Consumption Operational | 22 Watt |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - replacement - lifetime |
Min Operating Temperature | 32 °F |
Max Operating Temperature | 104 °F |
Humidity Range Operating | 5 - 95% (non-condensing) |