
Dual-radio, Tri-mode Access Point for
Small-to-Medium Enterprise Networks
The Meru AP150 Access Point delivers secure, high-
performance Wi-Fi connectivity for small to medium
enterprise deployments such as remote offices, branch
offices, retail locations, and K-12 campuses. The AP150
is a part of the Meru Wireless LAN (WLAN) System,
which consists of coordinated Meru APs at the edge and
centralized Meru controllers for management, security, and
coordination for over-the-air reliability and Quality of Service
(QoS). The Meru AP150 also comes standard with best-in-
class security, basic Voice over WLAN (VoWLAN) support,
and reliability essential for Enterprise-class Wi-Fi connectivity.
For customers planning new installations or adding
capacity and coverage to existing WLANs, the AP150 is
the easiest-to-deploy AP in its class. As with the Meru
AP200 Access Point, the AP150 is a plug-and-play device
that needs no configuration and no complex RF channel
planning. Centralized configuration with Meru controllers
and RF coordination provided by Meru Air Traffic Control™
technology eliminates these costly installation steps.
Zero-Configuration Design Streamlines
Installation and Reduces Costs
Installing a new wireless edge device in the ceiling can
be expensive due to the high labor costs associated with
configuring the network and access points. The AP150
along with the centralized Meru WLAN architecture is
designed to solve this problem. Because the AP150 requires
zero configuration, installation is a simple plug-and-play
procedure, which greatly reduces time and costs. Additional
Meru AP 150 configuration benefits include:
• Automatic AP discovery and configuration
• No channel planning required with single
channel installations
• Intelligent load balancing of clients
• No need to extend VLAN trunks to the edge—done
centrally at the controller in the distribution layer or core
layer
• IEEE 802.3af PoE (Power over Ethernet) support
to leverage existing infrastructure to power
edge devices
Multi-Layered Security Approach Offers
Greater Network Protection
To help deliver greater security for the WLAN,
Meru APs go beyond the basic over-the-air protections by
providing multi-layered security policies.
• Local and RADIUS MAC Filtering
• WPA2, WPA, 802.1x, and WEP
Meru AP150 Access Point
Easiest-to-deploy, centrally managed access
point for Enterprise-class Wi-Fi connectivity
• No security information contained within the AP
• Operates only with Meru controllers
• Multiple static or automatic security zones with individual
security policies help ensure separation of different user
groups or dynamic VLAN assignments per user based on
Radius credentials—includes guest access security zone
• Can double as an RF scanner to be used with
Wireless Intrusion Detection & Prevention
(W-IPS) systems
Centralized RF Management Lowers
Operational Costs
Post-installation maintenance and help-desk costs
are some of the challenges for IT organizations.
Meru reduces management complexity with its E(z)RF™
Application Suite. Meru E(z)RF is a centralized management
tool that enables network administrators to remotely manage
Meru APs and controllers.
• Centralized dashboard to monitor and troubleshoot the
entire WLAN—including all AP150s
• Graphical view of performance and coverage parameters to
better visualize the RF footprint of each AP150
• Central template-based configuration of all
Meru controllers and AP150s
High-performance, Tri-mode Access Point
Provides Investment Protection
As enterprise applications and user density continue to
increase, and 802.11a/b/g clients are now commonplace in
laptops, the Meru AP150 ensures that your network supports
the full breadth of WLAN clients.
• Dual 802.11a and 802.11b/g radios
• Simultaneous support for 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g
clients
• Co-channel interference management for reliable
WLAN access
• Basic VoWLAN QoS support for small density deployments
of voice clients
Access Point Design Integrates Readily
into Enterprise Deployments
Broad scale deployment of a WLAN requires APs to work with
the existing environment. The AP150 along with the Meru
WLAN System architecture are designed with the enterprise
in mind.
• Layer 2 or 3 connectivity for flexible deployment options
• Locking mechanism to secure AP when mounted
in public areas
Data Sheet
Meru AP150 Access Point
AP150
Key Product Benefits:
Easiest to deploy,
enterprise-class AP
eliminates RF channel
planning, significantly
reducing costs
Mulit-layered security
options allow multiple
applications and user
groups
Centralized management
helps lower operational
expenses
Dual radios enable
simultaneous support
of 802.11a and 802.b/g
clients
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Easiest-to-deploy, centrally managed access point for
Enterprise-class Wi-Fi connectivity
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