Meraki MR46-HW | Meraki MR46 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point, 4x4:4 MU-MIMO, 2.5GbE

Q: Does the MR46-HW require a license to operate?
A: Yes, the MR46 requires an active Meraki Enterprise or Advanced Security license for operation and cloud management. Licenses are sold separately on a per-device, per-year basis and provide access to the cloud dashboard, automatic updates, and support.

Q: What is the difference between the MR46 and MR46E models?
A: The MR46-HW features internal antennas for standard deployments, while the MR46E-HW supports external antennas (sold separately) for specialized coverage requirements in challenging RF environments or unique building layouts.

Q: Can the MR46 support high-density environments like auditoriums or conference halls?
A: Yes, the MR46 is specifically designed for high-density deployments with 4x4:4 MU-MIMO, OFDMA, beamforming, and enhanced receive sensitivity. The dedicated third radio provides real-time RF optimization without impacting client throughput, making it ideal for venues with many concurrent users.

Q: What PoE standard does the MR46 require?
A: The MR46 requires 802.3at PoE+ (minimum 30W) and consumes a maximum of 18W. It can also be powered via a 12V DC adapter (sold separately) if PoE is unavailable. A 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet multigigabit PoE+ switch or injector is recommended to utilize the full 2.5GbE port speed.

Q: How does the dedicated security radio benefit the network?
A: The MR46's third radio provides 24/7 dual-band wireless intrusion detection and prevention (WIDS/WIPS), spectrum analysis, and location analytics without impacting client traffic. It continuously scans for rogue access points, RF interference, and security threats while feeding data to the Meraki cloud for automated channel and power optimization.