Meraki MR44-HW | MR44 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point, 2.7 Gbps, 2.5GbE

SKU:MR44-HW

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Description

The Cisco Meraki MR44 is a cloud-managed Wi-Fi 6 indoor access point designed for high-density enterprise deployments. Featuring 2x2:2 MIMO on 2.4 GHz and 4x4:4 MIMO on 5 GHz, it delivers up to 2.7 Gbps aggregate throughput with a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet uplink. Four integrated radios include dedicated WIDS/WIPS for 24/7 wireless security, automated RF optimization, and Bluetooth Low Energy for location services. Ideal for offices, schools, hospitals, retail environments, and hotels requiring enterprise-grade wireless performance with zero-touch cloud deployment.

Features

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with uplink/downlink MU-MIMO and OFDMA for improved efficiency in high-density environments
- Four concurrent radios: 2.4 GHz client access, 5 GHz client access, dedicated WIDS/WIPS/RF analytics, Bluetooth LE
- 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet uplink for aggregate throughput beyond 1 Gbps
- Cloud-based automatic RF optimization with continuous channel and power tuning
- Real-time wireless intrusion detection and prevention (WIDS/WIPS) with rogue AP containment
- Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy for BLE beaconing and location analytics
- Application-aware Layer 7 traffic shaping and QoS with packet inspection
- Zero-touch provisioning with plug-and-play deployment via Meraki cloud
- Enterprise security: WPA3, 802.1X authentication, Active Directory integration, AES encryption
- Guest access with one-click isolation and customizable splash pages
- PCI compliance reporting for retail and payment card environments
- EMM/MDM integration with Meraki Systems Manager for context-aware policy enforcement
- Transmit beamforming and enhanced receive sensitivity for extended coverage
- Automatic firmware updates delivered seamlessly via the cloud

Warranty

All products sold by XS Network Tech include a 12-month warranty on both new and used items. Our in-house technical team thoroughly tests used hardware prior to sale to ensure enterprise-grade reliability.

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Technical Specifications

Wireless Standard: 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- Radio Configuration: 2x2:2 MIMO (2.4 GHz) + 4x4:4 MIMO (5 GHz)
- Aggregate Throughput: Up to 2.7 Gbps (2,402 Mbps @ 5 GHz + 573 Mbps @ 2.4 GHz)
- Network Interface: 1x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (100/1000/2.5GBASE-T) RJ45 port
- Power Requirements: 802.3at PoE+ (recommended) or 802.3af PoE, 12V DC adapter optional
- Four Integrated Radios: 2.4 GHz client radio, 5 GHz client radio, dual-band WIDS/WIPS/spectrum analysis radio, Bluetooth Low Energy radio
- Internal Antennas: Up to 5.1 dBi gain @ 2.4 GHz, up to 5.9 dBi gain @ 5 GHz
- MU-MIMO and OFDMA: Uplink and downlink support for efficient multi-client transmission
- Security: WPA2, WPA3-Personal, WPA3-Enterprise, AES hardware encryption, 802.1X authentication
- Management: Cloud-managed via Meraki Dashboard, automatic firmware updates
- Deployment: Indoor use, wall/ceiling/desk mounting options
- Compliance: UL 2043 plenum rating, FCC, CE, RCM

FAQs

Q: Does the MR44 require a Meraki license to operate?
A: Yes, all Meraki access points require an active cloud management license (Enterprise or Advanced) to function. The license enables dashboard access, automatic firmware updates, 24/7 support, and full feature set. Licenses are sold separately in 1, 3, 5, 7, or 10 year terms.

Q: What is the difference between 802.3af and 802.3at PoE for the MR44?
A: The MR44 supports both 802.3af PoE (15W) and 802.3at PoE+ (30W). When powered by 802.3af, the access point operates in low-power mode with reduced functionality. For full performance including all four radios and maximum transmit power, 802.3at PoE+ is required.

Q: Can the MR44 be deployed outdoors?
A: No, the MR44 is designed for indoor use only. For outdoor wireless coverage, consider the Meraki MR76, MR86, or other outdoor-rated access points from the Meraki MR series that feature weatherproof enclosures and extended temperature ratings.

Q: What is the purpose of the third dedicated radio on the MR44?
A: The third radio is a dedicated dual-band scanning radio that provides 24/7 wireless intrusion detection and prevention (WIDS/WIPS), RF spectrum analysis, and location analytics without impacting client data throughput. This eliminates the trade-off between security scanning and client serving typical of single-radio designs.

Q: Is the MR44 compatible with non-Meraki network infrastructure?
A: Yes, the MR44 can connect to any standard Ethernet switch that provides PoE+ power and network connectivity. However, for full-stack visibility and unified management, Meraki MS switches and MX security appliances integrate seamlessly via the Meraki Dashboard.