MERAKI MR28 WI-FI 6 INDOOR AP

Product Overview

The Meraki MR28-HW is a next-generation cloud-managed indoor wireless access point engineered for small to medium-sized businesses seeking reliable and secure connectivity. Supporting the latest Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard, the MR28 offers improved performance in dense environments while maintaining a cost-effective profile. This dual-band 2×2:2 MU-MIMO device is ideal for retail spaces, schools, and distributed branches requiring seamless wireless access.

Designed for simplicity and scalability, the MR28-HW operates entirely through the Meraki cloud platform. Administrators can deploy, manage, and troubleshoot wireless networks from a single pane of glass in the Meraki Dashboard, even across multiple locations. Its sleek, low-profile design ensures unobtrusive installation while delivering strong signal coverage and throughput.

Backed by enterprise-grade security features, the MR28 includes Air Marshal, a dedicated WIDS/WIPS radio, adaptive RF, and integrated Layer 7 firewall capabilities. It also supports secure guest access and identity-based policies without the need for additional hardware or software controllers.

This access point is built for forward-looking organizations that want to modernize their wireless infrastructure without compromising on performance or manageability. Whether expanding coverage or launching new locations, the MR28 delivers dependable wireless in a compact form factor.

MR28-HW Benefits to Your Business

The MR28 helps simplify IT operations through Meraki’s intuitive cloud-managed architecture. IT teams can configure access points, run firmware updates, and monitor traffic in real-time, saving time and lowering overhead. Zero-touch provisioning accelerates deployment, minimizing setup costs and technician travel.

Security is a key benefit of the MR28-HW. With automatic firmware updates, identity-based policies, and detection of rogue access points, businesses gain enterprise-grade protection without the need for manual configuration. Built-in analytics help organizations track application usage and dynamically optimize bandwidth.

Additionally, the MR28 supports a wide range of client devices, including legacy and modern Wi-Fi 6-compatible hardware. This future-ready capability ensures your investment continues to deliver value as network demands grow, making it an ideal solution for environments scaling toward hybrid or IoT-connected models.

MR28-HW Key Features and Specifications

• Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax): Dual-band, 2×2 MU-MIMO with support for OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access), BSS (Basic Service Set) coloring, and TWT (target wake time).
  
• Throughput: Up to 1.5 Gbps aggregate data rate (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz combined).
  
• Cloud Management: Centralized control via the Meraki Dashboard with remote configuration, monitoring, and alerts.
  
• Integrated Security: WPA3 encryption, identity-based access policies, Air Marshal for WIDS/WIPS, and Layer 7 traffic shaping.
  
• Guest Access: Support for splash pages, click-through, or password-protected Wi-Fi for guests.
  
• Hardware: 1x 1 GbE RJ45 port (PoE), wall/ceiling mountable, low-profile design.
  
• PoE Requirements: 802.3af compliant with low power draw.
  
• Environment: Indoor use only; operating temperature 0°C to 40°C.
  

Integration with Other Meraki Products

The MR28-HW integrates seamlessly with the full suite of Cisco Meraki hardware. It works in concert with Meraki MS switches and Meraki MX security appliances to build secure and scalable network environments. For organizations already leveraging Meraki Systems Manager, the MR28 can apply device posture policies to restrict access based on compliance status.

Using the Meraki Dashboard, admins can apply network-wide policies, view client usage statistics, and integrate with Meraki Insight for application-level performance monitoring. When paired with Meraki cloud-managed switches, the MR28 supports seamless VLAN tagging, QoS prioritization, and automated provisioning—perfect for multi-site deployments.

Licensing

Like all Meraki hardware, the MR28-HW requires a valid Meraki Enterprise license. This license enables full access to the Meraki Dashboard, firmware updates, centralized support, and cloud-based analytics. Licenses are available in 1-, 3-, 5-, 7-, or 10-year terms, offering flexible options depending on the project’s scale and budget.