Cisco Meraki MR36-HW User Manual

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Table of Contents
1 Scope of Document and Related Publications 4
2 MR36-HW Overview 5
2.1 Package Contents 5
2.2 Understanding the MR36-HW 5
2.3 Security Features 7
2.4 Ethernet Ports 7
2.5 Power Source Options 7
2.6 Factory Reset Button 7
2.7 LED Indicators and Run Dark Mode 7
3 Pre-Install Preparation 8
3.1 Configure Your Network in Dashboard 8
3.2 Check and Upgrade Firmware 8
3.3 Check and Configure Firewall Settings 8
3.4 Assigning IP Addresses to MR36-HWs 9
3.4.1 Dynamic Assignment 9
3.4.2 Static
Assignment 9
3.4.3 Static IP
Assignment via DHCP Reservations 9
3.5 Collect Tools 10
3.6 Collect Additional Hardware for Installation 10
4 Installation Instructions 11
4.1 Choose Your Mounting Location 11
4.2 Install the MR36-HW 11
4.2.1 Attach the Mount Plate 11
4.2.1.1 Wall or Solid
Ceiling Mount Using Mount Plate 13
4.2.1.2 Drop Ceiling
Mount Using Mount Plate 14
4.2.1.3 Electrical Junction Box Mount Using Mount Plate 18
4.2.2 Power the MR36-HW 20
4.2.2.1 Powering the MR36-HW with Meraki AC Adapter 21
4.2.2.2 Powering the MR36-HW with Meraki 802.3at Power over Ethernet Injector 21
4.2.2.3 Powering the MR36-HW with an 802.3at Power over Ethernet Switch 22
4.2.3 Mount the MR36-HW 22
4.2.3.1 Assemble Security Hasp to the MR36-HW 22
4.2.3.2 Assemble MR36-HW to the Mount Plate 23
4.2.3.3 Desk or Shelf Mount 25
4.3 Secure the MR36-HW 26
4.3.1 Security Screw 26
4.3.2 Kensington Lock 26
4.4 Verify Device Functionality and Test Network Coverage 27
5 Troubleshooting 27

Cisco Meraki MR36-HW Specifications

General

Brand	Cisco
Model	Meraki MR36-HW
Category	Wireless Access Point
Language	English