Cisco Meraki Wireless
The simplest, most powerful cloud-managed networking.
Overview
Cisco Meraki provides a complete cloud-managed IT solution, with its wireless access points being a core component. The platform is known for its simplicity and ease of use, allowing administrators to deploy, monitor, and manage their wireless networks from a single web-based dashboard. It includes integrated security features like a Layer 7 firewall, wireless intrusion prevention, and identity-based policies.
✨ Key Features
- Centralized cloud management
- Layer 7 application firewall and traffic shaping
- Integrated Wireless Intrusion Prevention (WIPS)
- Identity-based access control
- Automatic RF optimization
- Location analytics and heatmaps
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Extreme simplicity and ease of use.
- A true single-pane-of-glass for the entire network stack (wireless, switching, security, MDM).
- Powerful dashboard with rich visibility and analytics.
Unique Value: Simplifies the entire lifecycle of network management, from deployment to daily operations, allowing IT to focus on strategic initiatives instead of device configuration.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Rolling out standardized, secure Wi-Fi to hundreds of retail stores in a matter of days.
- Managing a complex university campus network from a single, intuitive dashboard.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations that are strictly against cloud-based management or subscription models.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more intuitive and streamlined user experience than many competitors, though at a premium price point and with a mandatory cloud subscription.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Included in license tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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