Product Type | Access Point |
Model | MR56 |
Form Factor | Wall or ceiling mountable |
Environment | Indoor |
Weight | 1.47 kg (3.26 lbs) |
Power Requirements | 802.3at PoE+ or 802.3bt PoE power |
Max Power Consumption | 30 Watt |
Service & Support Type | Lifetime hardware warranty |
Cisco Meraki MR56 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point

Key Benefits

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- High-performance Wi-Fi 6 capabilities with advanced MU-MIMO deliver exceptional speed and efficiency in high-density indoor networks
- Robust feature set including dual-radio support and VLAN management ensures flexible, scalable deployments for enterprise environments
- Backed by a lifetime hardware warranty and TAA compliance, offering strong ROI and government-sector readiness
Product Overview
The Cisco Meraki MR56 Wireless Access Point is a premium dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) device purpose-built for demanding indoor environments. Equipped with powerful 4x4:4 MIMO on 2.4GHz and 8x8:8 MU-MIMO on 5GHz, the MR56 offers exceptional throughput and efficiency. Supporting 5 Gbps data transfer rates and centralized VLAN management, it integrates smoothly into enterprise-grade networking. With a Gigabit Ethernet port, 30W max power draw, and a compact form, it is ideal for high-performance deployments. RoHS and TAA compliance along with a lifetime hardware warranty make it a secure, long-term investment.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
MIMO Configuration (2.4GHz) | 4x4:4 MU-MIMO |
MIMO Configuration (5GHz) | 8x8:8 MU-MIMO |
Maximum Data Rate | 5.9 Gbps aggregate |
Antenna Type | Integrated omnidirectional |
Modulation | OFDMA and 1024-QAM |
Spatial Streams | 12 total |
Band Steering | Supported |
Beamforming | Supported |
Wireless Security | WPA3, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA2-PSK |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | TAIWAN |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, IC, CE, UL2043, EN 60601-1-2 |
Advanced Security Features
Intrusion Detection System (IDS) | Air Marshal (spectrum analysis) |
Firewall Capabilities | Layer 3 - 7 application firewall |
Traffic Shaping | Supported |
Content Filtering | Supported via cloud policies |
Rogue AP Detection | Supported |
Interfaces
Interface Type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Port Count | 1 |
Data Transfer Rate | 5 Gbps |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Port Type | 1 x 2.5G Ethernet (RJ-45) |
Management Interface | Web-based Meraki Dashboard |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 12.83 Inch |
Depth | 5.54 Inch |
Height | 1.76 Inch |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
Operating Humidity | 5% - 95% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco Meraki Cloud Dashboard |
Included License | Sold separately (Enterprise or Advanced) |
Zero-Touch Deployment | Supported |
Firmware Updates | Automatic via cloud |