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MR86-HW
Cisco Meraki MR86 Outdoor Access Point, Wi-Fi 6, 4x4:4, 2.5G...
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MR86-HW is a Cisco Meraki MR86 cloud-managed outdoor access point for Wi-Fi 6 deployments that need dual-band service, external antenna flexibility, and an IP67 enclosure. The model uses 4x4:4 client-serving radios on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, a dedicated dual-band WIDS/WIPS and spectrum-analysis radio, and a 2.4 GHz Bluetooth Low Energy radio for beaconing and scanning. Four external N-type female antenna connectors support Meraki MA-ANT-20, MA-ANT-25, MA-ANT-27, and Cisco AIR-ANT2513P4M-N= antenna options. The hardware belongs to the Meraki MR platform, so configuration, monitoring, firmware behavior, RF optimization, and wireless policy are handled through Meraki Dashboard with an active access point license. The outdoor housing supports wall or vertical pole placement with a concealed mount plate, cable access bay, vent, and security screws. Supported frequency ranges cover 2.401 to 2.484 GHz and multiple 5 GHz UNII bands, subject to country-specific restrictions.
3.0 Gbps of dual-radio aggregate frame rate spans 2,402 Mbps on 5 GHz and 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, while the radio chipset lists 3.5 Gbps aggregate PHY capability under wider 2.4 GHz channel conditions that Meraki does not enable for normal enterprise operation. 4x4:4SS per band supports IEEE 802.11ax with OFDMA, Target Wake Time, BSS coloring, SU-MIMO, uplink and downlink MU-MIMO, maximal ratio combining, beamforming, 1024-QAM, and packet aggregation. MR86-HW uses one 100/1000/2.5G BASE-T RJ-45 uplink and requires 802.3at PoE at 42.5 to 57 V with 30 W maximum draw; 802.3af low-power operation is not supported. Security and access features include Air Marshal WIDS/WIPS, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA3-Personal, WPA3-Enterprise, Enhanced Open, 802.1X, AES encryption, VLAN tagging, IPsec tunneling, Cisco ISE integration, WMM, DSCP, 802.1p, and layer 7 application traffic identification. Mobility handling covers PMK, OKC, 802.11r, distributed layer 3 roaming, and centralized layer 3 roaming for Meraki SSID designs.
MR86-HW fits outdoor WLAN access layers, exterior building coverage, pole-mounted client access zones, and Meraki mesh layouts where line of sight to neighboring Meraki devices is available. Directional, sector, omnidirectional, or stadium antenna selection defines the coverage pattern, and Dashboard antenna selection controls transmit-power behavior for regulatory compliance. The package contains the MR86 access point, mount cradle, wall screws, wall anchors, grounding screws, and mounting straps, while certified antennas and PoE injectors remain separate accessories. The unit operates from -40 F to 131 F, supports 5% to 95% noncondensing humidity, and is rated for 40,000 ft storage or operating altitude. Its 11.81 x 6.02 x 2.16 in enclosure weighs 1.5 kg without cable gland, mounts, or antennas, giving network teams a weather-rated Wi-Fi 6 AP for outdoor Meraki domains. The vent equalizes pressure inside the housing, helping maintain the waterproof enclosure design during outdoor temperature and weather changes.
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MR86-HW anchors outdoor access-layer WLANs where client devices need Wi-Fi 6 service beyond indoor ceiling grids. The AP connects to a multigigabit access switch through its 2.5G BASE-T uplink, receives 802.3at power, and applies SSID, RF, security, and firmware policy from Meraki Dashboard. External antenna selection defines whether the cell covers a broad pole-mounted area, a wall-facing sector, or a focused patch zone. Dashboard antenna settings keep transmit power aligned with regulatory requirements. The outdoor network gains weather-rated client access with centralized policy and RF visibility.
Network teams place MR86-HW on poles or exterior walls where a Meraki mesh segment extends WLAN reach across open spaces. Omnidirectional antennas serve broad access zones, while sector or patch antennas focus RF energy toward defined client areas or neighboring mesh nodes. The AP joins Dashboard-managed RF and security policy while the dedicated scanning radio continues WIDS/WIPS and spectrum analysis. Line-of-sight planning keeps mesh links predictable during site surveys. The design gives outdoor coverage teams a controlled Meraki mesh footprint without installing separate local controllers.
MR86-HW serves outdoor client zones that also need Bluetooth Low Energy scanning, WIDS/WIPS, and location analytics from the same access point footprint. The client radios maintain dual-band Wi-Fi 6 service, while the dedicated scanning radio monitors rogue AP behavior, RF conditions, and location data. Dashboard reporting ties the outdoor AP into the same operational plane as indoor Meraki networks. Operators review outdoor RF events beside client and application analytics. The network gains exterior access, RF security telemetry, and location-aware visibility under one cloud-managed policy model.
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| MR86-HW |  MR76-HW |  MR36-HW |  MR44-HW |  MR57-HW | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Wireless Access Point / Outdoor Access Point / Mesh Access Point | Wireless Access Point / Outdoor Access Point / Industrial Access Point / Mesh Access Point | Wireless Access Point / Indoor Access Point | Wireless Access Point / Indoor Access Point | Wireless Access Point / Indoor Access Point / Mesh Access Point |
| Wireless Type | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point | Access Point |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Frequency Bands | Dual-Band | Dual-Band | Dual-Band | Dual-Band | Tri-Band |
| Data Rate | 3.0 Gbps aggregate; 3.5 Gbps chipset PHY | 1.5 Gbps aggregate; 1,201 Mbps 5 GHz; 286 Mbps 2.4 GHz | 1.5 Gbps aggregate; 1,201 Mbps 5 GHz; 286 Mbps 2.4 GHz | 2.7 Gbps aggregate; 3.0 Gbps chipset | 7.78 Gbps; 4804 6GHz; 2402 5GHz; 574 2.4GHz Mbps |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 / N-Type | RJ-45 / N-Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Antenna Type | External / Omnidirectional / Directional / Patch / Sector | External | Internal / Omnidirectional | Internal / Omnidirectional | Internal / Omnidirectional |
| MIMO Technology | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO | MU-MIMO |
| Beamforming | Beamforming Supported | Beamforming Supported | Beamforming Supported | Beamforming Supported | Beamforming Supported |
| Mounting Options | Wall Mount / Pole Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount / Pole Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount / Desk Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount / Desk Mount | Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount / Desk Mount |
| Power Supply | PoE Plus | PoE | PoE / DC | PoE Plus / PoE / DC | PoE Plus / 802.3bt PoE / DC |
| Ethernet Port | 1 x 100M/1G/2.5G BASE-T RJ-45 | 1 x 10/100/1000 BASE-T RJ-45 | 1 x 10/100/1000 BASE-T RJ-45 | 1 x 100/1000/2.5G BASE-T RJ-45 | 2 x 100/1000/2.5G/5G BASE-T RJ-45 |
| Management Features | Cloud Dashboard | Cloud Dashboard | Cloud Dashboard | Cloud Dashboard | Cloud Dashboard |
| Security Features | WPA / WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X / Enhanced Open | WPA / WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X / Enhanced Open | WPA / WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X / Enhanced Open | WPA / WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X / Enhanced Open | WPA / WPA2 / WPA3 / 802.1X / Enhanced Open |
| Compliance | Safety: CSA CB 60950 62368; UL 2043 / EMC: FCC Part 15B / Radio: FCC Part 15C 15E | IEEE: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/e/h/i/k/r/u; Safety: CSA, UL 2043; Radio: FCC, EN, AS/NZS, IFT; RoHS | Safety: UL 2043; CSA/CB 60950/62368 / EMC: FCC 15B; ICES-003 / Radio: FCC 15C; FCC 15E / Environmental: RoHS | Safety: CSA/CB 60950 and 62368; UL 2043 / EMC: FCC 15B; ICES-003 / Radio: FCC 15C; FCC 15E / Environmental: RoHS | Safety: CB, UL 2043; Radio: FCC, CE, IC; RoHS; Wi-Fi Alliance |
| Product Name | Meraki MR86 Cloud Managed 802.11ax AP | Meraki MR76 Cloud Managed 802.11ax AP | Meraki MR36 Cloud Managed 802.11ax AP | Meraki MR44 Cloud Managed 802.11ax AP | Meraki MR57 Cloud Managed 802.11ax AP |
| Height | 2.16 in | 2.16 in | 1.42 in | 1.74 in | 2.20 in |
| Width | 6.02 in | 6.02 in | 4.72 in | 5.06 in | 10.23 in |
| Depth | 11.81 in | 11.81 in | 9.84 in | 12.05 in | 10.23 in |
| Weight | 1.5 kg (3.31 lb) | 1.34 kg | 0.49 kg (492 g) | 0.739 kg (739 g) | 1.7 kg |
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Reliable outdoor Wi-Fi 6 coverage once the antenna plan and 802.3at power were finalized.
The 2.5G uplink and external antenna options worked well for our courtyard deployment.
Dashboard onboarding was clean, and the IP67 hardware fit our outdoor access layer.
Good choice for Meraki outdoor zones where antenna direction and density matter.
Antenna-port checks and factory reset validation made refurbished units easier to stage.
Strong AP, but power injectors and antennas need planning before installation.
Solid outdoor Meraki AP with useful RF analytics and straightforward pole mounting.
MR86-HW is the Cisco Meraki MR86 cloud-managed outdoor Wi-Fi 6 access point. It uses dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 802.11ax client radios, four external N-Type antenna connectors, Meraki Dashboard management, and an IP67-rated enclosure. The SKU is hardware only, and a Meraki access point license is required for cloud operation.
MR86-HW identifies the Meraki MR86 hardware appliance. MR indicates the Meraki cloud-managed wireless platform, 86 identifies the high-performance outdoor Wi-Fi 6 model, and HW indicates the hardware SKU rather than a license or accessory. Cisco Meraki ordering information names MR86-HW as the Meraki MR86 Cloud Managed 802.11ax AP.
MR86-HW is an outdoor access point. Cisco Meraki lists the MR86 as an outdoor AP with an IP67 environmental rating, -40 F to 131 F operating temperature, and wall or vertical pole mounting support. It also uses external antenna connectors, so the RF design depends on selected Meraki or Cisco outdoor antennas.
MR86-HW sits in the Meraki MR outdoor Wi-Fi 6 access point lineup above lower-capacity outdoor models such as MR76 and MR78. It provides 4x4:4 radios on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, a 2.5G mGig uplink, dedicated scanning, Bluetooth Low Energy, and external antenna flexibility for higher-density outdoor designs.
MR86-HW supports IEEE 802.11ax, marketed as Wi-Fi 6, along with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac standards listed in the Meraki documentation. The AP operates on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz client-serving radios. It is not a Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7 access point because it does not include a 6 GHz client radio.
MR86-HW provides a 3.0 Gbps dual-radio aggregate frame rate in the Meraki datasheet, with 2,402 Mbps on 5 GHz and 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz. Cisco Meraki also notes 3.5 Gbps chipset PHY capability under 40 MHz 2.4 GHz channel conditions that Meraki does not enable for normal enterprise operation.
MR86-HW uses a 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n/ax client radio, a 5 GHz 802.11a/n/ac/ax client radio, a dual-band WIDS/WIPS, spectrum analysis, and location analytics radio, and a 2.4 GHz Bluetooth Low Energy radio. Both client-serving bands use 4x4 MIMO with four spatial streams.
MR86-HW requires 802.3at PoE with a 42.5 to 57 V input range and 30 W maximum power consumption. The MR86 installation guide states that MR86 requires 802.3at power to operate, does not support low-power mode, and is not compatible with 802.3af power. A PoE injector is ordered separately.
MR86-HW has one 100/1000/2.5G BASE-T Ethernet interface with an RJ-45 connector. The port accepts 802.3at power and serves as the primary wired uplink to the LAN or WAN. The 2.5G mGig capability helps avoid a 1G uplink ceiling when radio traffic and client density justify multigigabit access switching.
MR86-HW is managed through Meraki Dashboard. Dashboard handles AP claiming, network assignment, SSID configuration, RF profiles, policy, firmware operations, monitoring, location analytics, and troubleshooting tools. A Meraki access point license is required, and the AP automatically connects to the Meraki cloud after it receives wired connectivity and valid power.
Cisco Meraki does not publish a single recommended practical client count for MR86-HW in the datasheet. The AP is designed for high-density outdoor deployments with 4x4:4 radios on both client bands, but real client capacity depends on channel plan, antenna type, airtime use, applications, RF interference, and Dashboard configuration.
MR86-HW works with Meraki MA-ANT-20, MA-ANT-25, and MA-ANT-27 antennas, and Cisco also lists AIR-ANT2513P4M-N= for the MR86. The AP has four external N-Type female antenna connectors. Antennas are not included with the hardware SKU, so the antenna bill of materials must match the intended coverage design.
MR86-HW suits outdoor Wi-Fi access layers that need Meraki cloud management, IP67 hardware, external antenna selection, and 4x4:4 Wi-Fi 6 radios. Typical roles include exterior building coverage, outdoor seating areas, yards, walkways, and pole-mounted access zones where antenna pattern, cable routing, grounding, and PoE planning are handled during design.
MR86-HW fits Meraki mesh deployments when the installation plan provides line of sight to at least two other Meraki devices, as referenced in the installation guidance. Omnidirectional antennas are commonly selected for pole-mounted mesh coverage, while sector or patch antennas focus coverage into a defined outdoor area. Dashboard manages the mesh behavior.
MR86-HW belongs in outdoor or harsh indoor wireless environments that need IP67 protection, wide temperature tolerance, and external antenna design. The datasheet lists -40 F to 131 F operation, 5% to 95% noncondensing humidity, and operation or storage altitude to 40,000 feet. Antenna selection and mounting orientation define the usable RF footprint.
MR86-HW includes a 2.4 GHz Bluetooth Low Energy radio for beaconing and BLE scanning, plus a dual-band scanning radio for WIDS/WIPS, spectrum analysis, and location analytics. Meraki Dashboard exposes embedded location analytics reporting and device tracking, allowing the AP to contribute both client access and location-aware telemetry.
Yes, MR86-HW is a Meraki Dashboard-managed access point. It is claimed into a Dashboard organization, added to a wireless network, assigned SSID and RF policy, and monitored through the cloud interface. The Meraki access point license is required for normal operation, firmware management, cloud monitoring, and configuration delivery.
MR86-HW does not need a separate wireless LAN controller. Cisco Meraki cloud management provides centralized AP configuration, monitoring, firmware updates, RF optimization, security policy, and troubleshooting through Dashboard. This differs from controller-managed Cisco access points because MR86-HW belongs to the Meraki MR cloud-managed platform for each wireless network.
MR86-HW accessory planning should include certified external antennas, a suitable 802.3at or multigigabit PoE injector when switch PoE is unavailable, outdoor Ethernet cabling, grounding hardware, and power cords for injector SKUs. Cisco Meraki lists MA-INJ-4, MA-INJ-6, MA-ANT-20, MA-ANT-25, MA-ANT-27, and AIR-ANT2513P4M-N= in MR86 ordering information.
MR86-HW follows Cisco Meraki regulatory-domain handling through Dashboard and device location logic. Meraki documentation explains that MR access points use software enforcement based on ship-to location, Geo-IP, and network country settings. Deployment country matters because allowed channels, power levels, and antenna behavior must match local regulatory rules.
MR86-HW is the higher-capacity outdoor Wi-Fi 6 model compared with MR76-HW. MR86-HW uses 4x4:4 radios on both client bands, a 3.0 Gbps aggregate frame rate, and a 2.5G mGig uplink. MR76-HW uses 2x2:2 radios, a 1.5 Gbps aggregate frame rate, and a 1G Ethernet uplink.
MR86-HW targets higher-density outdoor designs than MR78-HW. MR86-HW uses external antennas, 4x4:4 Wi-Fi 6 radios, a 3.0 Gbps aggregate frame rate, and 2.5G Ethernet. MR78-HW is an entry-level outdoor Wi-Fi 6 AP with integrated antennas, 2x2:2 radios, a 1.5 Gbps aggregate frame rate, and a 1G Ethernet port.
MR86-HW is the Wi-Fi 6 successor tier to the older MR84-HW outdoor AP. MR86-HW supports IEEE 802.11ax with OFDMA, Target Wake Time, BSS coloring, and a 2.5G mGig uplink. MR84-HW is a dual-band 802.11ac cloud-managed outdoor access point with external antenna ports, changing airtime efficiency and uplink planning.
MR86-HW is a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 outdoor AP with 4x4:4 radios on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. CW9163E-MR is a newer outdoor Wi-Fi 6E platform with 2x2 radios across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz. Choose between them by 6 GHz requirement, antenna design, and management-mode strategy.
New MR86-HW availability depends on Cisco Meraki channel supply, requested quantity, license requirements, antenna selection, and destination. ORM Systems checks current hardware and accessory sourcing before quoting. Buyers should provide antenna preferences, PoE injector needs, deployment country, license term, and target rollout timing for an accurate new-condition response.
Refurbished MR86-HW may be available for outdoor WLAN expansion, spare units, and replacement projects where Meraki cloud-managed Wi-Fi 6 remains the network standard. ORM Systems confirms condition, serial status, Dashboard readiness, antenna-port condition, mounting contents, warranty terms, and accessory requirements before quoting refurbished hardware for rollout staging.
MR86-HW price depends on condition, quantity, antenna requirements, PoE accessories, Meraki licensing, destination, and current supply. ORM Systems quotes the hardware after checking new and refurbished availability and confirming whether antennas, injectors, cables, or license SKUs should be included. A complete outdoor WLAN bill of materials improves pricing accuracy.
MR86-HW lead time varies by available hardware condition, quantity, antenna mix, PoE accessory demand, and regional logistics. ORM Systems confirms lead time during quoting rather than assuming stock. Outdoor rollouts should include site dates, antenna selections, grounding needs, switch power readiness, and country information so sourcing aligns with installation planning.
Yes, ORM Systems supports bulk MR86-HW requests for multi-AP outdoor WLAN rollouts, spare pools, and standardized Meraki refresh projects. Bulk quoting accounts for matched condition, antenna quantities, PoE injector requirements, license terms, regulatory destination, and phased delivery needs. A site-by-site quantity plan helps align sourcing with deployment order.
Cisco Meraki lists MR86-HW with a one-year hardware warranty with advanced replacement included. ORM Systems states warranty coverage on the quote based on condition, sourcing channel, and commercial package. Buyers should confirm replacement expectations, refurbished testing scope, antenna accessory coverage, and license handling before purchase approval.
Refurbished MR86-HW units should be checked for exact PID, factory reset state, Dashboard claim readiness, 2.5G Ethernet link behavior, 802.3at power negotiation, external N-Type antenna connector condition, enclosure condition, and included mounting contents. ORM Systems confirms testing and warranty terms before quoting refurbished outdoor access points.
Cisco Meraki lists IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax alignment, IEEE 802.11e/h/i/k/r/u, CSA and CB 60950 and 62368 safety approvals, UL 2043 plenum conformity, radio approvals including FCC Part 15C and 15E, EMI approvals including FCC Part 15B, and RoHS regulatory alignment for the MR86 platform.
MR86-HW is claimed into a Meraki Dashboard organization, added to the correct wireless network, powered by an 802.3at-capable switch or injector, connected through the RJ-45 uplink, and assigned SSID, RF, security, and antenna settings. Installers should select the correct antenna type in Dashboard before validating outdoor coverage.
Buyers in the UK can purchase MR86-HW through ORM Systems for Cisco Meraki outdoor wireless deployments. A useful quote request includes hardware quantity, preferred condition, Meraki license term, antenna choice, PoE injector needs, destination, and target installation date. ORM Systems verifies part identity, availability, warranty terms, and accessory requirements before confirming purchase details.
ORM Systems supports international MR86-HW sourcing and shipping subject to availability, export requirements, destination rules, and regulatory suitability. Buyers should provide destination country, Dashboard deployment country, antenna selection, quantity, condition preference, and accessory needs before quoting. Meraki regulatory enforcement depends on location and network country settings, so deployment geography matters.
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