To integrate with Cisco Meraki’s Wi-Fi Personal Network (WPN) feature, ensure the following requirements and dependencies are met:
Cisco Meraki Supported Models and Firmware #
Verify that Meraki MR devices support the WPN feature with the appropriate firmware versions:
| MR Family | Supported Models | Minimum Firmware Version |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi 6E | MR57, CW9166/64/62I-MR, CW9166D1-MR, CW9163E-MR | MR 29.4.1 or newer |
| Wi-Fi 6 | MR45, MR55, MR28, MR36, MR36H, MR44, MR46, MR46E, MR56, MR76, MR86, MR78 | MR 29.4.1 or newer |
| Wi-Fi 5 Wave 2 | MR20, MR30H, MR33, MR42, MR42E, MR52, MR53, MR53E, MR70, MR74, MR84 | MR 29.4.1 or newer |
Ensure all devices are updated to at least the specified firmware version to enable full functionality.
API Access Requirements #
API access to the Cisco Meraki Dashboard is essential for integration.
- API User Creation: Generate a Cisco Meraki Dashboard API user with appropriate access rights. Detailed instructions are available in the Cisco Meraki Dashboard API documentation.
- Supported API User Access Levels:
- Template-Based Integration: Requires Organizational API access (Read/Write).
- Network-Based Integration: Requires Network API access (Read/Write).
For guidance on creating API users and assigning access levels, visit Managing Dashboard Administrators and Permissions documentation.
SSID Configuration #
Before deploying the Meraki WPN Manager:
- Configure the target SSID in the Cisco Meraki Dashboard.
- Enable the Wi-Fi Personal Network feature for the SSID.
- Detailed, step-by-step guidance is available on meraki.com.
By meeting these requirements and considering the optional recommendations, the integration with Cisco Meraki’s Wi-Fi Personal Network feature will be optimized for performance and reliability.