Meraki MX75 User Manual

MX75 Hardware Installation Guide
This guide provides instruction on how to install and configure your MX75 series device. This guide also provides
mounting instructions and limited troubleshooting procedures. For more MX device installation guides, refer to the
MX installation guides section on our documentation website.
Product Overview
The Meraki MX75 is an enterprise security appliance designed for distributed deployments that require remote
administration across medium branch environments. It is ideal for network administrators who demand both ease of
deployment and a state-of-the-art feature set. The Meraki Dashboard allows for simple and easy deployment of the
MX75 with minimal pre-configuration in almost any location.
Features
MX75 provides dedicated WAN uplinks, a single 1GbE SFP port, and 2 RJ45 1GbE ports. The LAN ports include 10
RJ45 1GbE ports. The MX75 is ready for deployment in a variety of enterprise environments. MX75 appliance provides
the following features:
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Meraki MX75 Specifications

General

Brand	Meraki
Model	MX75
Category	Wireless Access Point
Language	English

Summary

Product Overview

MX75 Overview

Enterprise security appliance for distributed deployments needing remote administration across medium branch environments.

Features

MX75 Key Features

Dedicated WAN uplinks, 1GbE SFP, 2x RJ45 1GbE ports, and 10x RJ45 1GbE LAN ports.

Context and Comparisons

MX Series Comparison

Comparison of MX68, MX75, and MX85 models based on WAN uplinks, throughput, PoE, and use cases.

Physical Specifications

MX75 Physical Details

Details on dimensions, weight, power supply, power load, operating and storage temperatures, and humidity for the MX75.

Accessories

MX75 Power Cords

Available AC power cables for different regions (US, EU, UK, AU) for the MX75 appliance.

Product View and Physical Features

MX75 Front Panel and Status Indicator

Details on the MX75 front panel layout and the meaning of its LED status indicators (Solid orange, Rainbow Colors, Flashing White).

Back Panels

MX75 Back Panel Functions

Description of the MX75 back panel ports (USB, WAN, LAN) and controls (Power input, Reset button).

Side Panels

MX75 Side Panel View

Visual representation of the MX75 side panels, indicating the physical design.

Bottom Panel

MX75 Bottom Panel and Serial Number Location

Information about the MX75 bottom panel, including the location of the serial number label.

Package Contents

MX75 Included Items

List of items included with the MX75 appliance: Power Adapter, Ethernet Cables.

Pre-install Preparation

Configure Dashboard Network

Steps to log in to Meraki Dashboard, create/find a network, and add the MX using order or serial number.

Check and Set Firmware

Firmware Upgrade Procedure

Recommended procedure to upgrade MX firmware before mounting, including LED status indications.

Check and Configure Upstream Firewall Settings

Upstream Firewall Configuration

Requirement for upstream firewalls to allow outgoing connections on specific ports and IP addresses for Meraki operation.

Installation Instructions

Mounting Recommendations

Guidance on mounting the MX75 appliance vertically or horizontally on drywall, including hole spacing and clearance.

Connecting to WAN

Overview of configuring local area network and basic ISP/WAN connectivity via the appliance's web service.

Setting up a Static IP Address

Steps to configure basic connectivity and networking parameters using a static IP address on the MX75.

Setting up a DHCP IP Address

Procedure for configuring the MX75 to obtain an IP address via DHCP from upstream WAN/ISP servers.

Additional Settings

Setting VLANs

Configuration for VLAN tagging on trunk ports, specifying VLAN ID for network integration.

Setting up a Secondary WAN Interface

Information on configuring a secondary WAN interface on the MX75 via the appliance status section.

Setting PPPoE

Steps for configuring PPPoE authentication and credentials for DSL circuit connections.

Web Proxy Settings

Enabling and configuring web proxy settings for fallback HTTP communication with the Cloud Controller.

Configuring Physical Link Settings

How to configure physical link settings on Ethernet ports, including duplex, autonegotiation, and data rates.

Basic Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Connectivity Issues

Steps provided for troubleshooting basic connectivity problems with the MX75 appliance.

Warranty

MX75 Warranty Coverage

Details on lifetime hardware warranty for MX75 and 1-year warranty for accessories, including next-day replacement.

Hardware Replacement Process

Procedure for initiating hardware replacement, including RMA process, shipping labels, and required packaging.

Support and Additional Information

Contacting Meraki Support

Instructions on how to contact Meraki Support via the dashboard by opening a case or visiting the Get Help section.

Equipment Usage and Safety Guidelines

Guidelines for intended use, environmental conditions, disposal, storage, and transportation of the equipment.

Further Documentation Reference

Reference to documentation.meraki.com for additional information on Meraki hardware and other installation guides.