Name: MR42-HW Cisco Meraki 802.11ac Wave 2 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Access Point
Brand: Cisco
SKU: MR42-HW
Price: 49.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Meraki MR42-HW provides robust wireless access with advanced features like MU-MIMO and dual-band radios, fitting well into enterprise and educational networks. It balances performance and manageability, making it a practical choice for locations that require dependable Wi-Fi and straightforward cloud-based control.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	MR42-HW

Technical Information
Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz,5 GHz
Data Rate	Up to 450 Mbps (2.4 GHz), Up to 1.3 Gbps (5 GHz) — Aggregate up to 1.75 Gbps
Interface	802.11ac Wave 2 (MU-MIMO), 802.11a/b/g/n
WiFi Standard	IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Security	WPA2-Enterprise (802.1X), WPA2-PSK, 802.1X/RADIUS, WPA3 (firmware-dependent)
MIMO	Yes
Ethernet Port	2 x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45); 1 x PoE+ (802.3at) capable uplink, 1 x secondary LAN
Operating Modes	Access Point, Wireless Mesh (wireless uplink), Bridge

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.57 x 7.64 x 7.64 in (40 x 194 x 194 mm)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus

Product Description
The Cisco Meraki MR42-HW is a wireless access point designed to deliver fast and reliable Wi-Fi in medium to large environments. It’s commonly used in offices, schools, and retail spaces where seamless connectivity and easy management are essential. This device is built for network administrators and IT teams who need to deploy and monitor wireless networks without the hassle of complex configurations. Key Features MU-MIMO technology improves performance by serving multiple devices simultaneously Dual-band radios allow flexible operation on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies Embedded BLE enables location-based services and asset tracking Cloud-based management simplifies network setup and ongoing maintenance Supports advanced security protocols to protect wireless traffic The MR42-HW is often found in environments where reliable wireless access is critical for productivity. Its ability to handle multiple high-demand clients makes it suitable for classrooms, conference rooms, and busy retail floors. Users benefit from consistent speeds and responsive connectivity, while administrators can easily oversee network health and adjust settings from anywhere.

Use Cases
The Cisco Meraki MR42-HW access point is designed for high-density environments where reliable and scalable wireless connectivity is critical. It serves organizations needing centralized control over large wireless networks, such as campuses, corporate offices, and educational institutions that demand seamless roaming and location-based services. How It's Used: Deployments in enterprise office buildings supporting a high number of concurrent mobile and IoT devices requiring consistent performance. Wireless infrastructure in university campuses offering classroom connectivity alongside location analytics for space utilization insights. Retail environments leveraging integrated BLE for proximity marketing and customer engagement analytics. Healthcare facilities requiring robust dual-band wireless coverage to support critical applications and mobile workforce mobility. Branch offices of distributed enterprises needing cloud-based centralized management to simplify network operations. This access point integrates advanced MU-MIMO technology with cloud-managed analytics to facilitate scalable network deployments. Its capabilities improve operational efficiency by reducing manual interventions while supporting complex, high-demand wireless workloads across diverse environments.

MR42-HW Cisco Meraki 802.11ac Wave 2 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Access Point

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