Cisco Meraki MR28-HW Full English Description

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1. Meraki Cloud Zero‑Touch Provisioning & Automatic Firmware Management: Pre‑deploy all network policies in the cloud dashboard before hardware deployment. The AP auto‑registers, downloads all configurations and goes live immediately. Firmware updates are pushed automatically via the cloud, delivering continuous security patches, feature upgrades and bug fixes without manual on‑site maintenance.
2. Self‑Healing Multi‑Hop Wireless Mesh Networking: MR28 APs automatically establish wireless mesh backhaul links to extend coverage to remote zones without wired Ethernet cabling. If the primary wired uplink fails, the AP seamlessly switches to mesh routing to preserve internet connectivity for all connected wireless clients, supporting load‑balanced mesh gateway deployments for distributed multi‑site coverageCisco.
3. Layer7 Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) Application‑Aware QoS & Identity‑Based Firewall: The integrated DPI engine classifies hundreds of distinct application‑level traffic streams, including enterprise VoIP voice, HD video conferencing, cloud SaaS business applications, social media streaming and P2P file sharing. Network administrators configure granular QoS priority rules to prioritize latency‑sensitive mission‑critical business communications while enforcing configurable bandwidth rate caps on recreational non‑business traffic to eliminate wireless network congestion during peak user hours. Identity‑aware firewall supports device‑specific access control policies and integrates with enterprise EMM/MDM tools for unified endpoint managementCisco.
4. Unified Enterprise Wireless Security Suite with WPA3 Native Support: AES hardware‑accelerated encryption supporting WEP, WPA‑PSK, WPA2‑PSK, WPA2‑Enterprise, WPA3‑Personal, WPA3‑Enhanced Open and WPA3‑Enterprise 192‑bit security standards. Native IEEE 802.1X EAP‑TLS/PEAP/EAP‑FAST authentication integrates with Active Directory, LDAP and RADIUS identity databases for granular enterprise user access control. Fully customizable branded captive portal splash pages deliver secure internet‑only guest visitor access with built‑in wireless client isolation to block peer‑to‑peer communication between untrusted visitor devices, reducing network security attack surfaces. Additional security features include rogue AP detection, hidden SSID suppression and MAC address ACL filtering.
5. BLE‑Powered Presence Location Analytics: The dedicated Bluetooth Low Energy radio enables cloud‑hosted visitor and endpoint tracking metrics including client capture rate, average session duration and repeat visitor statistics, ideal for retail stores, conference centers and small office space utilization analysisCisco.

Three Independent Radio Hardware Architecture

1. 2.4 GHz Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) Client Radio: 2×2 MU‑MIMO two spatial streams, supports 20/40 MHz channel bonding, OFDMA, multi‑user beamforming and maximal ratio combining (MRC). Max single‑band PHY throughput: 300 Mbps, integrated omnidirectional internal antennas optimized for wide indoor coverage.
2. 5 GHz Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) Client Radio: 2×2 MU‑MIMO two spatial streams, supports 20/40/80 MHz wide channel widths, DFS radar frequency avoidance, OFDMA, 1024‑QAM modulation and multi‑user beamforming. Max single‑band PHY throughput: 1201 Mbps, integrated internal antennas with reduced adjacent‑channel RF interference for medium‑density client environments.
   Total aggregate dual‑band client Wi‑Fi PHY throughput reaches1.5 Gbps.
3. Dedicated Bluetooth 5.0 Low‑Energy IoT Radio: Independent always‑on BLE radio operating concurrently with the two Wi‑Fi client radios, used for IoT device discovery, presence tracking and location analytics without impacting wireless client data throughputCisco.

Core Hardware Interfaces

1. Eth0 Primary Gigabit Uplink Port: 10/100/1000BASE‑T auto‑sensing RJ45 port, IEEE 802.3af Class 3 PoE PD compliant (15W max PoE input). This primary port delivers all uplink data traffic and PoE power supply for standard ceiling/wall mounted deployments. No secondary auxiliary Fast Ethernet port is equipped on MR28 hardwareCisco Mera....
2. DC Power Input Jack: Center‑positive 12V DC power connector for alternative local power supply deployments where PoE‑capable switches or injectors are unavailable; compatible MA‑PWR‑30W series AC power adapters sold separately and not bundled with standard AP packagingCisco Mera....
3. Control & Security Hardware Components: Recessed factory reset button (long press 5+ seconds fully erases local AP configuration), concealed cable routing bay, security screw mounting holes, integrated Kensington physical anti‑theft lock hardpoint on chassis side panel.
4. Multi‑Color Front Status LED Array: Visual status indicators for power supply state, Meraki cloud dashboard internet connectivity, wireless radio active operation and hardware fault alarm notifications; supports Run Dark mode to turn off LED lighting for discreet deployments.
5. No external RF antenna ports; all three radio arrays utilize factory‑integrated non‑detachable omnidirectional internal antennas with 6 dBi gain.

Supported Operation Modes

1. Cloud‑Managed CAPWAP Gateway Access Point Mode (Default): Zero‑touch Meraki cloud orchestration for all wireless client access, centralized RF tuning, enterprise security policy enforcement and automated background firmware upgrades.
2. Wireless Mesh Backhaul Node Mode: Self‑configuring multi‑hop wireless mesh routing to extend wireless coverage to remote building zones lacking physical Ethernet uplink cabling; automatic failover between wired primary uplink and wireless mesh gateway links upon wired network outage.

Key Cloud‑Managed Software & Small Business Feature Set

1. Meraki Cloud Dashboard Zero‑Touch Provisioning

2. Multi‑SSID & 802.1Q VLAN Segmentation

3. Custom Branded Captive Portal Guest Access

4. Layer7 DPI Application‑Aware QoS & Identity‑Based Stateful Firewall

5. Comprehensive Enterprise Wireless Security Suite with Native WPA3 Support

• Encryption Standards: Static WEP, WPA‑PSK, WPA2‑PSK personal encryption; WPA2‑Enterprise, WPA3‑Personal, WPA3‑Enhanced Open, WPA3‑Enterprise 192‑bit AES hardware acceleration with full IEEE 802.1X EAP‑TLS/PEAP/EAP‑FAST enterprise authentication suites.
• Identity Integration: Native Active Directory, LDAP and RADIUS server identity database integration for enterprise user authentication and role‑based network access control.
• Auxiliary Security Features: Rogue AP detection via continuous background RF scanning, hidden SSID broadcast suppression, wireless client isolation, MAC address filtering ACL, Meraki Teleworker IPsec VPN for secure remote branch corporate LAN extension, identity policy firewall for granular user/device network access control.

6. Unified Cloud Management Interfaces

• Meraki Cloud Dashboard: Centralized browser‑based graphical management platform accessible from any internet‑connected desktop or mobile device; delivers full AP configuration editing, real‑time wireless client monitoring, historical network performance trend reporting, presence location analytics, bulk automated firmware upgrades and customizable email/SMS fault alert notification functions for all deployed MR28 access points across multiple distributed small business branch locations.
• Meraki Mobile Dashboard App: Smartphone/tablet mobile application for on‑the‑go real‑time wireless network status monitoring and basic configuration adjustment tasks for field IT technicians.
• SNMP v2c/v3 network monitoring integration: Fully compatible with mainstream third‑party enterprise network monitoring platforms.
• Centralized cloud event logging and customizable email/SMS fault alert notifications for complete network audit tracking and real‑time hardware/security issue reporting.

Power Supply Compatibility

1. Full‑performance PoE operation: IEEE 802.3af Class 3 PoE PD input via primary Gigabit uplink port, powered by PoE‑capable Gigabit switches or dedicated Meraki PoE injectors.
2. Local DC power alternative: Separate 12V DC external power adapter (MA‑PWR‑30W series sold separately, not bundled with standard AP packaging).
3. Typical full‑load power consumption: Less than 10 W under simultaneous active three‑radio operation with Gigabit uplink port populated.

Physical & Environmental Specifications

• Dimensions (W × D × H): Slim compact rectangular chassis optimized for ceiling flush mounting
• Unit Weight: 272 g (9.6 oz), lightweight white plastic chassisCisco Mera...
• Mounting Options: Desktop placement with bundled anti‑slip rubber feet, vertical wall mounting, flush drop ceiling T‑bar grid mounting via complete included universal mounting bracket and full hardware kit
• Operating Temperature Range: 0°C ~ +40°C indoor use only (not rated for outdoor deployment)
• Storage Temperature Range: -20°C ~ +70°C
• Operating Humidity: 5% – 95% non‑condensing
• Storage Humidity: 5% – 90% non‑condensing
• System Memory & Storage: Embedded Meraki custom cloud‑managed operating system, dedicated three‑radio wireless processing chipset, onboard flash storage for cloud firmware images and persistent local configuration cache
• Regulatory RF Certifications: Global multi‑domain SKU supporting FCC Part 15 (North America), ETSI EN 300328 / EN 301893 (EMEA), TELEC Japan, KCC Korea, CMIIT China domestic RF emission compliance, EMI Class B household electronic equipment certification
• Maximum Concurrent Client Capacity: Up to 40 connected wireless clients; recommended maximum 20 simultaneous active business users for stable low‑latency throughput performance
• Warranty: Limited lifetime hardware warranty for original end‑user purchasers

Key Specification Bullet Points

• Model: MR28‑HW (Cisco Meraki Entry‑Level Three‑Radio Wi‑Fi 6 802.11ax Cloud‑Managed Indoor Small Business Wireless Access Point with Dedicated BLE IoT Radio)
• Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wi‑Fi 6 concurrent dual‑band client radios (2.4GHz + 5GHz), 2×2 MU‑MIMO two spatial streams per radio; independent dedicated Bluetooth 5.0 LE IoT radio
• Max Combined Aggregate Client PHY Throughput: Up to 1.5 Gbps (300 Mbps 2.4GHz + 1201 Mbps 5GHz)
• Antennas: Non‑detachable built‑in omnidirectional internal antennas for all three radios, 6 dBi antenna gain
• Wired Ports: 1 × Gigabit 10/100/1000 BASE‑T PoE uplink port (IEEE 802.3af PoE PD supported); no secondary auxiliary Fast Ethernet port
• Operation Modes: Cloud‑managed CAPWAP AP gateway mode, self‑healing multi‑hop wireless mesh backhaul node mode
• Core Exclusive Cloud‑Managed Functions: Three‑radio architecture with dedicated BLE 5.0 radio for IoT presence location analytics; Meraki cloud dashboard zero‑touch provisioning; automatic cloud‑driven RF optimization with continuous spectrum visibility; self‑healing zero‑configuration multi‑hop wireless mesh networking; Layer7 DPI application‑aware QoS traffic shaping & identity‑based stateful Layer3‑7 firewall; multi‑SSID 802.1Q VLAN network segmentation; customizable branded captive portal guest access with wireless client isolation; native WPA3 full suite enterprise wireless security
• QoS: WMM TSPEC wireless multimedia VoIP voice and HD video traffic prioritization with configurable application bandwidth rate limiting
• Network Stack: Native IPv4 stack; static IP address configurable on primary Gigabit uplink port
• Security: WEP/WPA/WPA2/WPA3 PSK/Enterprise 802.1X EAP enterprise authentication, MAC address ACL filtering, rogue AP detection & automatic containment, hidden SSID broadcast suppression, wireless client device isolation, Meraki Teleworker IPsec remote site VPN, identity‑based Layer3‑7 stateful policy firewall
• Management: Meraki cloud dashboard web graphical user interface, Meraki mobile monitoring smartphone/tablet application, SNMPv3 third‑party network monitoring integration, centralized cloud event logging and customizable email/SMS fault alert notifications
• Power Options: IEEE 802.3af PoE input via primary Gigabit uplink port or separate 12V DC local power adapter (sold separately, not included in standard packaging)
• Physical Mount: Desktop placement with anti‑slip rubber feet, vertical wall mounting, flush drop ceiling T‑bar grid mounting with included universal mounting bracket and full hardware kit
• Environmental Restriction: Indoor use only, operating temperature range 0°C~40°C
• Typical Deployment Scenarios: Low‑density small business multi‑room offices, independent retail shops, coffee shops and restaurant dining areas, small branch medical clinics, small‑scale hotel guest zones, SOHO home office wireless deployments
• Warranty: Limited lifetime hardware warranty for original end‑user purchasers

Model Quick Reference

• MR28‑HW: Base hardware SKU of Meraki MR28 entry‑level three‑radio Wi‑Fi 6 cloud‑managed indoor small business AP with dedicated BLE IoT radio
• Platform Differentiation vs Legacy MR12/MR16/MR24/MR26 802.11n APs: All older MR12/16/24/26 models are legacy Wi‑Fi 4 generation hardware without Wi‑Fi 6 OFDMA/1024‑QAM technology and lack native WPA3 security; MR28 upgrades to modern Wi‑Fi 6 dual‑band MU‑MIMO client radios plus independent BLE presence tracking radio, optimized for small business budget deployments
• Platform Distinction vs Standalone Small Business WAP Series APs (WAP121/WAP321/WAP581/WAP712): Meraki MR28 operates exclusively under Meraki cloud centralized management with zero‑touch provisioning, automated cloud RF optimization, native self‑healing wireless mesh networking and dedicated BLE IoT location radio; Cisco Small Business WAP series are standalone autonomous APs without cloud controller dependency or Meraki exclusive cloud automation and BLE presence analytics features
• Upgraded Alternatives: Meraki MR36 mid‑tier Wi‑Fi 6 dual‑band cloud‑managed AP for medium‑to‑high density enterprise deployments