Product Type | Wireless access point |
Form Factor | Desktop / wall / ceiling mountable - outdoor |
Ruggedized Design | Outdoor |
Weight | 15.87 oz |
Power Requirements | PoE (Power over Ethernet) |
MTBF | 257,215 hours |
Included Accessories | Mounting kit |
Manufacturer Warranty | 1-year warranty |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - advanced replacement - 1 year |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes |
Cisco Meraki MR78 Outdoor Wi-Fi 6 Cloud Access Point

Key Benefits

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- Supports Wi-Fi 6 and advanced technologies like OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and beamforming for superior network performance
- Rugged design and wide environmental tolerances make it ideal for outdoor or industrial deployments
- Cloud-managed platform enables simplified, scalable network administration without the need for on-site controllers
Product Overview
The Cisco Meraki MR78 is a cloud-managed Wi-Fi 6 access point designed for outdoor deployment in rugged environments. Supporting 2x2:2 MU-MIMO and data rates up to 1.5 Gbps, it delivers high-speed, reliable wireless coverage. With PoE support, Bluetooth 5.0 LE, and a built-in 6 dBi internal antenna, it's engineered for scalable, secure enterprise usage. Advanced integrations such as layer 7 traffic analytics and Cisco ISE support provide centralized network control and visibility. The device withstands temperature extremes and high humidity, making it a reliable choice across diverse outdoor settings.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Technology | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
MU-MIMO Support | 2x2:2 MU-MIMO |
Max Data Rate (5 GHz) | 1201 Mbps |
Max Data Rate (2.4 GHz) | 286 Mbps |
Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
Modulation | OFDMA, QAM |
Antenna Type | Internal |
Antenna Gain | 6 dBi |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 LE |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | TAIWAN |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Compliance Standards | CSA, FCC Part 15 B/C/E, ICES-003, UL 2043, RoHS, EN55024, EN 55032, CISPR 22, RSS-102/247, EN 300 328, EN 301 893, EN 301 489-1-17, EN 62311, EN 50385, EN 62479, AS/NZS 4268, AS/NZS 2772, CB 60950, CB 62368, IFT, NOM-208, NCC LP0002 |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Algorithms | AES, TKIP, WPA, WPA2-PSK, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA3-Personal, WPA3-Enhanced Open, WEP |
Authentication Methods | MS-CHAP v.2, EAP-SIM, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS |
Firewall Protection | Yes (Integrated) |
VPN Support | Yes |
Traffic Identification and QoS | Layer 7 application shaping, DSCP tagging, QoS, VLAN tagging |
Client Roaming Features | Layer 2 & 3 roaming, PMK caching, OKC |
Performance Enhancements | Beamforming, MRC, SU-MIMO, WMM, U-APSD, TWT, BSS Coloring, packet aggregation |
Interfaces
Interface Type | 1 x 1000Base-T (PoE) - RJ-45 |
Data Transfer Rate | 1.5 Gbps |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
Line Coding Format | 1024 QAM |
Network Protocols | IPSec |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 9.6 in |
Depth | 4.5 in |
Height | 1.2 in |
Minimum Operating Temperature | -4 °F |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 131 °F |
Operating Humidity Range | 5 - 95% (non-condensing) |
Status Indicators | Power, boot state, firmware |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud-Managed | Yes |
Cloud Features | Layer 7 traffic analytics, device tracking, embedded location analytics, centralized management |
Cisco ISE Integration | Yes |