The Cisco Meraki MR53E is a high-performance, cloud-managed 802.11ac Wave 2 access point designed for demanding wireless environments. With external antenna connectors, it delivers enhanced coverage and deployment flexibility for large offices, stadiums, factories, and warehouses. It supports multigigabit Ethernet and includes dedicated radios for security and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
Key Features
- High-Speed Wi-Fi: 4×4 MU-MIMO with 80 MHz channels and a 2.5 Gbps aggregate frame rate
- Multiradio Architecture:
- Dual-band client access (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)
- Dedicated third radio for 24/7 WIDS/WIPS, spectrum analysis, and location analytics
- Integrated BLE radio for beaconing and scanning
- External Antennas: 6 RP-TNC connectors compatible with MA-ANT-3 series for tailored coverage
- Enterprise-Grade Security:
- Layer 7 firewall
- Real-time WIDS/WIPS
- Guest access with isolation
- Support for WPA2-Enterprise, 802.1X, and Cisco ISE integration
- Simple Deployment: Plug-and-play configuration with cloud-based management
- Optimized for Applications: Application-aware traffic shaping, voice and video optimization
- Power Options:
- PoE+ (802.3at), limited support on 802.3af
- Optional 12V DC input
- Interfaces:
- 1x 100/1000/2.5GBASE-T Ethernet
- 1x 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45)
- DC input port
Specifications
- Supported Bands:
2.412–2.484 GHz, 5.150–5.825 GHz (varies by country) - Wireless Capabilities:
- 4×4:4 MIMO
- Beamforming, MRC, packet aggregation
- Up to 256-QAM on both bands
- Security Support:
- WEP, WPA, WPA2-PSK, WPA2-Enterprise
- EAP methods: TLS, TTLS, MSCHAPv2, SIM
- TKIP, AES encryption
- Mounting Options:
- Desktop, wall, or ceiling mount (hardware included)
- Supports multiple tile rail sizes
- Physical Design:
- Dimensions: 269 x 160 x 27 mm (10.59″ x 6.3″ x 1.06″)
- Weight: 1.17 kg (41.27 oz)
- Sleek, low-profile design with anti-tamper security features
- Environment:
- Operating Temp: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
- Humidity: 5% to 95%
Additional Capabilities
- Mobility: Fast Layer 2 and Layer 3 roaming (PMK, OKC, 802.11r)
- Analytics: Built-in location analytics, traffic usage insights per app/device
- LED Indicators: Single LED for power and firmware status
- Compliance: RoHS and region-specific certifications
