MR42 access point, no WLC, no license

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LuisRamirez
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MR42 access point, no WLC, no license

Hello, I found a MR42 AP at my workplace, I would like to use it to provide WiFi to a single tablet. I have no other Cisco/Meraki hardware but I could connect the AP to another vendor switch with Internet access. However, I would like to know the minimum requirements to enable the WiFi service, such as WLC and license.

 

 

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DarrenOC
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Hi @LuisRamirez , chances are the MR42 has been previously claimed by your Organisation so you may not be able to use it.

 

You don’t need a WLC as these devices are cloud managed but you will require a license which you can buy from any Cisco reseller.

Darren OConnor | doconnor@resalire.co.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenoconnor/

I'm not an employee of Cisco/Meraki. My posts are based on Meraki best practice and what has worked for me in the field.

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DarrenOC
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Kind of a big deal

Hi @LuisRamirez , chances are the MR42 has been previously claimed by your Organisation so you may not be able to use it.

 

You don’t need a WLC as these devices are cloud managed but you will require a license which you can buy from any Cisco reseller.

Darren OConnor | doconnor@resalire.co.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenoconnor/

I'm not an employee of Cisco/Meraki. My posts are based on Meraki best practice and what has worked for me in the field.
LuisRamirez
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I have been able to claim the AP to my organization, this AP has never been used and registered before. Please recommend a license with basic security features. Thanks!

DarrenOC
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Hi @LuisRamirez  the part code is LIC-ENT-1YR. That would cover you for one year of using the device, support etc.  You can also buy a 3yr, 5yr and 7yr term.

Darren OConnor | doconnor@resalire.co.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenoconnor/

I'm not an employee of Cisco/Meraki. My posts are based on Meraki best practice and what has worked for me in the field.
DarrenOC
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The MR42 goes EOL in 2026:

 

https://files.mtstatic.com/site_13505/draft_18680/0?Expires=1692395274&Signature=rTULiKpugHkk12Og3zn...

Darren OConnor | doconnor@resalire.co.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenoconnor/

I'm not an employee of Cisco/Meraki. My posts are based on Meraki best practice and what has worked for me in the field.
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