Introducing Cisco Meraki’s New MG-52: Revolutionizing Cellular Connectivity

At Twotrees Technologies, we are excited to introduce Cisco Meraki’s latest innovation, the MG-52. This cutting-edge product, along with the MG-52E, is designed to make it fast and easy for customers to set up cellular primary connectivity in various scenarios, including pop-up retail locations, remote offices, and other Cisco Meraki locations that require quick high-speed internet setup.

The Cisco Meraki MG-52 has several key features that make it a powerful and versatile solution for cellular connectivity:

1. eSIM Capability: The MG-52 is the first MG device to feature eSIM capability, streamlining the provisioning process and making it easier to manage multiple devices at scale without the need for physical SIM cards.
2. 5G Standalone Mode: The MG-52 supports 5G standalone mode, allowing it to fully leverage the potential of 5G technology, providing faster speeds, lower latency, and improved reliability. See below for more information about 5G Standalone Mode.
3. IoT Integration: The MG-52 can be integrated with IoT platforms, including IoT sensors and security cameras, making it suitable for smart building and safe space use cases.
4. Fixed Wireless Access Solution: The MG-52 serves as a fixed wireless access solution, providing high-speed connectivity in areas where wired infrastructure is limited or unavailable.
5. Meraki Dashboard Management: The MG-52 can be managed through the Meraki dashboard, offering a unified platform for managing the entire fleet of MG hardware, simplifying network management and deployment.

These features make the MG-52 an ideal solution for various scenarios, including pop-up retail locations, remote offices, and as an SD-WAN cellular backup for locations with broadband as the primary internet service.

Fast and Easy Setup

The MG-52 and MG-52E offer unparalleled agility and speed of deployment. With the advent of 5G technology, these devices provide reliable and high-speed connectivity, making them ideal for temporary sites and remote areas where wired infrastructure is limited. The eSIM capability and true 5G support ensure seamless integration with the Meraki dashboard, simplifying management and deployment.

SD-WAN Cellular Backup

In addition to primary connectivity, the MG-52 and MG-52E can serve as an SD-WAN cellular backup for locations with broadband as the primary internet service. This ensures continuous connectivity and minimizes downtime, providing a resilient and scalable solution for businesses.

Designed for Outdoor Use

The Cisco Meraki MG-52E is designed to be highly versatile and reliable, especially for outdoor use. Here are some key features:

1. Outdoor Rating: The MG-52E is IP67 rated, which means it is dust-tight and can withstand immersion in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. This makes it suitable for outdoor installations, ensuring durability and reliability in various weather conditions.
2. External Mounting: The MG-52E can be mounted externally to a building, which helps in achieving better cellular wireless coverage. By placing the device outside, it can receive stronger signals from the cellular towers, leading to improved connectivity and performance.
3. Power over Ethernet (PoE): The MG-52E can be powered via PoE, which means it does not require a separate electrical service to power on. PoE allows the device to receive both power and data through a single Ethernet cable, simplifying the installation process and reducing the need for additional wiring.

These features make the MG-52E an excellent choice for providing high-speed internet connectivity in various scenarios, including pop-up retail locations, remote offices, and other locations that require quick and reliable internet setup.

Twotrees Technologies Expertise

At Twotrees Technologies, we have extensive experience in designing, deploying, and managing Cisco Meraki networks. Our team can help customers quickly design and deploy locations using both broadband and fixed cellular wireless networks with Cisco Meraki products like the MG-52 and MG-52E. We offer a complete Meraki solution that simplifies network management and enhances operational efficiency.

Benefits of a Complete Meraki Solution

• Simplified Management: The Meraki dashboard provides a unified platform for managing all network devices, reducing complexity and saving time.
• Scalability: Easily scale your network as your business grows, with seamless integration of new devices.
• Reliability: Ensure continuous connectivity with robust and reliable Meraki products.
• Cost-Effective: Reduce operational costs with efficient network management and deployment.

Experience the future of connectivity with Cisco Meraki’s MG-52 and MG-52E, and let Twotrees Technologies help you achieve seamless and reliable network solutions.

What is Standalone (SA) Cellular Service?

5G Standalone (SA) cellular service is a new mobile network architecture that uses a dedicated 5G core network, unlike 5G Non-Standalone (NSA) which relies on a 4G LTE core. Here are some key differences between 5G SA and other cellular data service plans:

1. Core Network:
   • 5G SA: Uses a completely new 5G packet core network.
   • 5G NSA: Uses a 4G LTE core network with a 5G radio access network (RAN).
2. Performance:
   • 5G SA: Offers faster upload speeds, ultra-low latency, ultra-high reliability, and edge functions.
   • 5G NSA: Performance is limited by the 4G LTE core network.
3. Deployment:
   • 5G SA: Requires new infrastructure including base stations, core networks, and backhaul links dedicated exclusively to 5G.
   • 5G NSA: Allows for a more gradual deployment by upgrading existing 4G LTE infrastructure.
4. Capabilities:
   • 5G SA: Unlocks capabilities like network slicing, which allows for dedicated end-to-end slices tuned to specific use cases, applications, or customers.
   • 5G NSA: Does not support network slicing and other advanced 5G features.
5. Coverage:
   • 5G SA: Expands 5G coverage significantly, bringing next-gen connectivity to more places.
   • 5G NSA: Coverage is limited by the existing 4G LTE network.

In summary, 5G Standalone is a more advanced and efficient way to provide cellular connectivity, offering better performance and new capabilities compared to 5G Non-Standalone and other cellular data service plans.