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MR55 access points require 802.3at (PoE+) to function properly and do not support low power mode.
Factory Reset Button
If the button is pressed and held for at least five seconds and then released, the MR55 will reboot and be restored to its original factory settings by deleting all
configuration information stored on the unit.
LED Indicators and Run Dark Mode
Your MR55 is equipped with a multi-color LED light on the front of the unit to convey information about system functionality and performance:
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Orange - AP is booting (permanent Orange suggests hardware issue)
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Rainbow - AP is initializing/scanning
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Blinking Blue - AP is upgrading
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Green - AP in Gateway mode with no clients
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Blue - AP in Gateway mode with clients
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Blinking Orange - AP can't find uplink
The MR55 may be operated in "Run Dark" mode for additional security and to reduce the visibility of the access point. In this mode, the LED will not be
illuminated. This mode may be enabled through Meraki dashboard.
NOTE: Blinking Green LED indicates that the device is in site survey mode. Please see the Conducting Site Surveys with MR Access Points for more
details.
Pre-Install Preparation
You should complete the following steps before going on-site to perform an installation.
Configure Your Network in Dashboard
The following is a brief overview only of the steps required to add an MR55 to your network. For detailed instructions about creating, configuring and managing
Meraki wireless networks, refer to the online documentation (documentation.meraki.com).
1.
Login to http://dashboard.meraki.com. If this is your first time, create a new account.
2.
Find the network to which you plan to add your APs or create a new network.
3.
Add your APs to your network. You will need your Meraki order number (found on your invoice) or the serial number of each AP, which looks like Qxxx-
xxxx-xxxx, and is found on the bottom of the unit. You will also need your Enterprise license key, which you should have received via email.
4.
Go to the map / floor plan view and place each AP on the map by clicking and dragging it to the location where you plan to mount it.
Check and Upgrade Firmware
To ensure your MR55 performs optimally immediately following installation, it is recommended that you facilitate a firmware upgrade prior to mounting your
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