Cisco Meraki MR46E Wi-Fi 6 Indoor AP w External Antenna Connectors

Cisco Meraki MR46E Wi-Fi 6 Indoor AP w External Antenna Connectors (MR46E-HW) - Local Warranty

Cisco Meraki MR46E Wi-Fi 6 Access Point – Next-Gen Indoor Wireless Connectivity

The Cisco Meraki MR46E Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point (MR46E-HW) is a high-performance, enterprise-grade access point designed to deliver enhanced connectivity in high-density environments. It supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), providing faster speeds, increased capacity, and improved efficiency over previous Wi-Fi standards. This access point features external antenna connectors, enabling users to customize the signal coverage to suit their specific deployment needs. With cloud-managed features and Meraki's intuitive dashboard, IT teams can easily configure, monitor, and troubleshoot network performance in real time.

MR46E-HW Indoor Access Point – Customizable Wireless Coverage

The MR46E-HW access point comes with external antenna connectors, allowing users to customize the wireless coverage based on the environment. This is especially useful in unique network layouts like warehouses, large auditoriums, or manufacturing facilities. The flexibility to choose from a variety of external antennas allows businesses to tailor their coverage for maximum efficiency. The access point supports a range of Meraki external antennas, including directional and omnidirectional options, enabling precise wireless coverage for complex environments.

Wi-Fi 6 AP with External Antenna Connectors – Flexible and Scalable

The Cisco Meraki MR46E supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) technology, ensuring faster speeds, higher capacity, and lower latency. It features 4x4:4 MU-MIMO with support for OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access), allowing for simultaneous data transfer to multiple devices. This feature improves the overall network efficiency and reduces congestion in high-density environments like offices, schools, retail stores, and healthcare facilities. The external antenna connectors offer scalability, making it possible to expand and customize the wireless network as user demands increase.

High-Density Indoor Wireless AP – Ideal for Busy Enterprise Environments

The Meraki MR46E Wi-Fi 6 Access Point is designed for high-density deployment in corporate offices, educational institutions, retail stores, and healthcare environments. Its 4x4:4 MU-MIMO capability supports simultaneous connections from multiple devices, ensuring smooth data flow in crowded areas. This makes it perfect for environments with high device density, such as classrooms, lecture halls, and conference rooms. The OFDMA and MU-MIMO technology ensure each connected device gets its fair share of bandwidth, enabling faster downloads, smoother video streaming, and efficient data transfer.

Technical Specifications 

General
Model: MR46E
Part Number: MR46E-HW
Product Name: Cisco Meraki MR46E Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point with External Antenna Connectors
Manufacturer: Cisco Meraki
Product Type: Enterprise Indoor Wireless Access Point
Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Wi-Fi Certification: Wi-Fi 6 Certified
Radio Architecture: Dual-Band Concurrent 4x4:4 MU-MIMO
Antenna Type: External Antenna Required
Deployment Type: Enterprise Indoor WLAN
Management Platform: Meraki Dashboard Cloud Management
Target Environment: Enterprise, Education, Healthcare, Hospitality, Warehouses, Manufacturing, Retail
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Wireless Specifications
Wi-Fi Standard: IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Backward Compatibility: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2
Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Radio Configuration: Dual-Band Concurrent
Spatial Streams: 4x4:4 MU-MIMO
Maximum Aggregate Throughput: Up to 3.5 Gbps
2.4 GHz Data Rate: Up to 1.15 Gbps
5 GHz Data Rate: Up to 2.4 Gbps
Maximum Concurrent Clients: Enterprise High-Density Support
Channel Width Support: 20 MHz, 40 MHz, 80 MHz, 160 MHz
Modulation: Up to 1024-QAM
OFDMA: Supported
MU-MIMO: Supported
Uplink OFDMA: Supported
Downlink OFDMA: Supported
Target Wake Time (TWT): Supported
BSS Coloring: Supported
Beamforming: Supported
Band Steering: Supported
Load Balancing: Supported
Airtime Fairness: Supported

Antenna Specifications
Antenna Type: External Antenna Design
Antenna Connectors: 8 x RP-TNC Connectors
Supported Antenna Types:
• Omni-Directional Antennas
• Directional Antennas
• Patch Antennas
• Sector Antennas

Flexible Coverage Design: Supported
Custom RF Coverage Planning: Supported
Warehouse Deployment Optimization: Supported
Long Corridor Coverage: Supported
High Ceiling Installation Support: Supported

RF & Wireless Optimization
Automatic RF Optimization: Supported
Air Marshal Wireless Protection: Supported
Automatic Channel Selection: Supported
Automatic Power Adjustment: Supported
RF Spectrum Analysis: Supported
Interference Detection: Supported
Coverage Optimization: Supported
Fast Roaming: Supported
Client Balancing: Supported

Security Features
WPA2-Personal: Supported
WPA2-Enterprise: Supported
WPA3-Personal: Supported
WPA3-Enterprise: Supported
802.1X Authentication: Supported
RADIUS Authentication: Supported
Identity-Based Policies: Supported
Layer 7 Firewall Rules: Supported
Guest Isolation: Supported
Air Marshal Rogue AP Detection: Supported
Secure Management Access: Supported

Network Features
IPv4 Support: Supported
IPv6 Support: Supported
VLAN Tagging: Supported
Guest Networking: Supported
Captive Portal: Supported
Layer 7 Application Visibility: Supported
Traffic Shaping: Supported
Quality of Service (QoS): Supported
Voice Optimization: Supported
Video Optimization: Supported
Mesh Networking: Supported
Client Load Balancing: Supported

Bluetooth & Location Services
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE): Integrated
BLE Version: Bluetooth 5.0
Beacon Support: Supported
Asset Tracking: Supported
Location Analytics: Supported
IoT Connectivity: Supported
Meraki Location Services: Supported

Wired Connectivity
Network Ports:
• 1 x 2.5 Gigabit Multigigabit Ethernet Port

Ethernet Standards:
• 100 Mbps
• 1 Gigabit Ethernet
• 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet

USB Port: 1 x USB 2.0
Power over Ethernet: IEEE 802.3at PoE+

Power Specifications
Power Input: IEEE 802.3at PoE+
External Power Adapter: Optional
Maximum Power Consumption: Approximately 21W
Power Saving Features: Supported
Energy Efficient Design: Supported

Cloud Management Features
Meraki Dashboard Management: Supported
Cloud-Based Configuration: Supported
Zero-Touch Provisioning: Supported
Remote Monitoring: Supported
Centralized Policy Management: Supported
Automatic Firmware Updates: Supported
Real-Time Analytics: Supported
Client Analytics: Supported
Application Analytics: Supported
Remote Troubleshooting: Supported
Event Logging: Supported

Voice & Collaboration Optimization
Microsoft Teams Optimization: Supported
Zoom Optimization: Supported
Cisco Webex Optimization: Supported
Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM): Supported
Voice Prioritization: Supported
Video Prioritization: Supported
Low-Latency Communications: Supported
Fast Roaming for Voice Devices: Supported

Design & Construction
Color: White
Form Factor: Indoor Access Point
Mounting Type: Ceiling, Wall, Pole (with suitable mounting kit)
Enclosure Material: Enterprise-Grade Polycarbonate
Deployment Location: Indoor Use Only
Enterprise-Class Construction: Supported

Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% Non-Condensing

Physical Specifications
Dimensions: Approximately 250 mm x 250 mm x 40 mm
Weight: Approximately 1.1 kg
Color: White
External Antennas Included: No (Sold Separately)

Package Contents
Cisco Meraki MR46E Access Point
Mounting Hardware
Quick Start Guide
Regulatory Documentation

Key Features
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Enterprise Access Point
4x4:4 MU-MIMO Architecture
Up to 3.5 Gbps Aggregate Throughput
External Antenna Design for Flexible Coverage
8 x RP-TNC Antenna Connectors
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Uplink
Integrated Bluetooth 5.0 BLE Radio
Meraki Dashboard Cloud Management
Air Marshal Wireless Security
WPA3 Enterprise Security
Zero-Touch Deployment
Enterprise Analytics and Monitoring

Performance & Features
Designed for organizations requiring customized RF coverage using external antennas.
Ideal for warehouses, manufacturing plants, large retail environments, auditoriums, and high-ceiling deployments where directional or sector antennas provide superior coverage compared to standard indoor access points.
Supports Wi-Fi 6 technologies including OFDMA, MU-MIMO, BSS Coloring, and Target Wake Time for enhanced efficiency and capacity.
Provides centralized cloud management through the Meraki Dashboard, simplifying deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, and firmware management.
Integrated BLE radio enables asset tracking, location analytics, and IoT applications without additional infrastructure.
Delivers enterprise-grade wireless performance, security, and scalability for demanding business environments.

Typical Use Cases
Warehouses
Manufacturing Facilities
Distribution Centres
Retail Stores
Large Auditoriums
Convention Centres
Schools and Universities
Healthcare Facilities
Corporate Offices
High-Ceiling Buildings
Microsoft Teams Deployments
Zoom Rooms Connectivity
IoT Deployments
Asset Tracking Applications
Campus Wireless Networks
Enterprise WLAN Deployments
Business-Critical Wireless Infrastructure Projects
Hybrid Workplace Environments