Description

• Aggregate data rate of up to 1.2 Gbps

  A 5 GHz 2x2:2 802.11ac radio and a 2.4 GHz 2x2:2 802.11n radio offer a maximum combined aggregate dual-band data rate of 1.2 Gbps. Technologies like transmit beamforming and enhanced receive sensitivity allow the MR72 to support a higher client density than typical enterprise-class access points, resulting in fewer required APs for a given deployment. Band steering further enhances overall throughput, by moving 5 GHz-capable clients to the 5 GHz radio, maximizing the capacity in the 2.4 GHz range for older 802.11b/g clients.

• Rugged industrial design

  The MR72 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, MR72 has a low profile and is easy to deploy.

• Third radio dedicated to security and RF optimization

  The MR72's sophisticated, dedicated dual-band third radio scans the environment continuously, characterizing RF interference and containing wireless threats like rogue access points. No more need to choose between wireless security, advanced RF analysis, and serving client data: a dedicated third radio operates without any impact to client traffic or throughput.

• Bluetooth low energy Beacon and scanning

  An integrated Bluetooth low energy radio provides seamless deployment of BLE Beacon functionality and effortless visibility of BLE devices within range of the AP. The MR72 enables the next generation of location-aware engagement right out of the box.

• Automatic cloud-based RF optimization

  The MR72's sophisticated, automated RF optimization means that there is no need for the dedicated hardware and RF expertise typically required to tune a wireless network. The real-time fullspectrum RF analysis data collected by the dedicated third radio is continuously fed back to the Meraki cloud. The Meraki cloud then automatically tunes the MR72's channel selection, transmit power, and client connection settings for optimal performance under the most challenging RF conditions.

• Secure wireless environments using 24x7 Air Marshal

  No longer choose between a wireless intrusion prevention system (WIPS) and serving client data: thanks to the dedicated third radio, Air Marshal, a highly optimized built-in WIPS, scans continuously for threats and remediates them as commanded, all without disrupting client service. Alarms and optional auto-containment of rogue APs are configured via flexible remediation policies, ensuring optimal security and performance in even the most challenging wireless environments.

• Integrated enterprise security and guest access

  The MR72 features integrated, easy-to-use 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 while still being easy to configure. One-click guest isolation provides secure, Internet-only access for visitors. Policy firewall (Identity Policy Manager) enables group or device-based, granular access policy control.

• Application-aware traffic shaping

  The MR72 includes an integrated layer 7 packet inspection, classification, and control engine, enabling you to set QoS policies based on traffic type. Also included is integrated support for Wireless Multi Media (WMM), 802.1p, and DSCP. Prioritize your mission critical applications, while setting limits on recreational traffic, e.g., peer-to-peer and video streaming.

• High performance mesh

  The MR72's advanced mesh technologies, like multi-channel routing protocols and multiple gateway support, make it possible to cover hard-to-wire areas and improve network resilience. In the event of a switch or cable failure, the MR72 will automatically revert to mesh mode.

• Self-configuring, self-optimizing, self-healing

  When plugged in, the MR72 automatically connects to the Meraki cloud, downloads its configuration, and joins the appropriate network. The MR72 then self-optimizes, determining the ideal channel, transmit power, and client connection parameters. As necessary, it will also self-heal, responding automatically to switch failures and other errors.

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