In short
A 2x2 Wi-Fi 6 access point for offices, classrooms and retail floors with a dedicated radio for security scanning and RF optimisation. It runs on 802.3af PoE or a 12 V adapter and is managed in the Meraki dashboard. Add the MR36, its licence and accessories to your basket and we will quote.
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Key specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), dual-band 2.4 / 5 GHz |
| MIMO | 2x2:2 MU-MIMO |
| Max aggregate frame rate | 1.5 Gbps |
| Radios | Two client radios, dual-band WIDS/WIPS and spectrum scanning radio, BLE radio |
| Uplink | 1x 10/100/1000 BASE-T (RJ45) |
| Power | 802.3af PoE (15 W max) or 12 V DC |
| Dimensions | 250 x 120 x 36 mm (excl. mount) |
| Weight | 492 g |
| Operating temperature | 0 to 40 C |
| Warranty | Lifetime hardware warranty with advance replacement |
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Order codes
| SKU | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| MR36-HW | Meraki MR36 Wi-Fi 6 Indoor AP |
Licences for the MR36
| SKU | Tier | Term | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIC-ENT-1YR | Enterprise | 1 year | Meraki MR Enterprise licence, 1 year, one per AP | |
| LIC-ENT-3YR | Enterprise | 3 years | Meraki MR Enterprise licence, 3 years, one per AP | |
| LIC-ENT-5YR | Enterprise | 5 years | Meraki MR Enterprise licence, 5 years, one per AP | |
| LIC-ENT-7YR | Enterprise | 7 years | Meraki MR Enterprise licence, 7 years, one per AP | |
| LIC-ENT-10YR | Enterprise | 10 years | Meraki MR Enterprise licence, 10 years, one per AP | |
| LIC-MR-ADV-1Y | Advanced | 1 year | Meraki MR Advanced licence, 1 year, one per AP | |
| LIC-MR-ADV-3Y | Advanced | 3 years | Meraki MR Advanced licence, 3 years, one per AP | |
| LIC-MR-ADV-5Y | Advanced | 5 years | Meraki MR Advanced licence, 5 years, one per AP | |
| LIC-MR-UPGR-1Y | Upgrade | 1 year | Meraki MR Upgrade licence (MR Enterprise to MR Advanced), 1 year, one per AP; added on top of existing MR Enterprise licences, not standalone | |
| LIC-MR-UPGR-3Y | Upgrade | 3 years | Meraki MR Upgrade licence (MR Enterprise to MR Advanced), 3 years, one per AP; added on top of existing MR Enterprise licences, not standalone | |
| LIC-MR-UPGR-5Y | Upgrade | 5 years | Meraki MR Upgrade licence (MR Enterprise to MR Advanced), 5 years, one per AP; added on top of existing MR Enterprise licences, not standalone | |
| LIC-MR-E | Essentials | Meraki MR Essentials subscription licence, one per AP (MR and CW916x-MR APs); term set by the subscription | ||
| LIC-MR-A | Advantage | Meraki MR Advantage subscription licence, one per AP (MR and CW916x-MR APs); term set by the subscription | ||
| LIC-CW-E | Essentials | Cisco Wireless Essentials unified subscription licence, one per AP; term set by the subscription. Required tier family for Wi-Fi 7 (CW917x) APs; Meraki also maps LIC-CW to older MR APs | ||
| LIC-CW-A | Advantage | Cisco Wireless Advantage unified subscription licence, one per AP; term set by the subscription. Required tier family for Wi-Fi 7 (CW917x) APs; Meraki also maps LIC-CW to older MR APs |
See every Meraki licence code on our Meraki licence SKU list.
Is Meraki MR36 the right fit for you?
We will check it against your systems and requirements and recommend the right option.
Accessories
| SKU | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| MA-INJ-4 | Meraki MR 802.3at PoE injector, worldwide unit (power cord not included; order MA-PWR-CORD-UK for the UK). Replaced the regional MA-INJ-4-XX SKUs | |
| MA-INJ-6 | Meraki multigigabit 802.3bt PoE injector, 60 W, up to 10 Gbps, worldwide unit (power cord not included; order MA-PWR-CORD-UK for the UK) | |
| MA-PWR-30W-UK | Meraki AC adapter for MR access points (MA-PWR-30W family), UK plug; Meraki lists it for all indoor APs except MR30H, and the MG41/MG41E and MG52/MG52E data sheets list the same family | |
| MA-PWR-CORD-UK | Meraki AC power cord, UK plug, 1.8 m (6 ft). Not included in the box: order one for each Meraki switch, appliance, power adapter or PoE injector that ships without a cord | |
| MA-MNT-MR-17 | Meraki replacement mounting kit for MR36 (mount plate, drop-ceiling clips, security screw tool) | |
| MA-MNT-CLG-1 | Meraki T-rail mount kit: two deep-drop ceiling clips and a T-rail adapter for recessed and flush T-rail ceilings; Meraki lists it for MR indoor APs and for MV12, MV22 and MV32 cameras | |
| MA-UMNT-MR-A2 | Meraki MR adaptor for Cisco universal mounts | |
| MA-UMNT-MR-A3 | Meraki MR adaptor for Aruba universal mounts |
Datasheet and ordering
Meraki has announced the end of sale for the MR36: the last order date is 2026-12-31. Meraki's stated replacement is CW9172I (Cisco Wireless 9172I, Wi-Fi 7).
Full specifications are in the Cisco Meraki MR36 datasheet.
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Frequently asked questions
What licence does the Meraki MR36 need?
The MR36 needs a Meraki licence for its product type to run in the dashboard. The licence codes that apply are listed on this page by tier and term; we confirm the right licensing model for your organisation at quote.
How do I get a quote for the Meraki MR36?
Press Add next to the MR36 and anything else you need, then open your basket and send it to us. Forever Systems, a Cisco Partner, replies by email with a quote.
Is the Meraki MR36 still on sale?
Yes, until 2026-12-31: Meraki has announced the end of sale for the MR36, so order before then or ask us about its replacement.
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