Possible to use existing WLAN as WAN Uplink?

[seroal22]

Hi there,

in relation to this thread: https://community.meraki.com/t5/Security-SD-WAN/Uplink-MX-to-WIFI/m-p/150928

Is it still not possible to use an existing wireless network as an uplink on a Z3/4 or MX xx Device?

Thanks!

[Brash · Accepted solution]

Not natively no.

As mentioned in that thread, a device that does wireless to wired and plugs into the Z/MX WAN port could in theory work but I wouldn't go for that option in a production network.

If you can't use a wired ethernet network, i would suggest using a cellular device that supports LAN clients and connecting the LAN port on that device to the WAN port of the Z/MX. You could use something like the Netgear LM1200 for a Z series device on the go.

[seroal22]

Thanks for this fast reply!

[CDTC]

I would like this option as well. Some of my Z4 users are disconnecting their cables everynight to "tidy up" and need constant cable replacements. WiFi as WAN (bridged wifi) would be wonderful