Cisco Meraki MA-ANT-21 5 GHz Sector Antenna – 13 dBi Gain, N-Type, Outdoor

Better directional Wi-Fi coverage for focused 5 GHz coverage of parking lots.

The Cisco Meraki MA-ANT-21 is a 5 GHz sector antenna with 13 dBi gain and an N-type connector, designed for outdoor Meraki access points with N-type connectors. It suits focused 5 GHz coverage of parking lots, stadium sections and long building faces.

Why the Right Antenna Matters for Wireless Coverage

An access point is only as good as its antennas. The wrong pattern sends signal where no users are, while low gain leaves weak spots at the edge of coverage. Outdoor and large indoor spaces are especially sensitive to antenna choice.

The MA-ANT-21 provides 13 dBi with a sector (directional) pattern. Sector antennas focus energy across a defined arc, extending range toward a specific area and reducing interference from other directions.

Designed for outdoor Meraki access points with N-type connectors, it connects directly with an N-type connector and is built for outdoor conditions.

Gain and Coverage Pattern

At 13 dBi, the MA-ANT-21 extends usable range compared with low-gain antennas. Plan placement using the sector beamwidth so coverage matches where users or client radios are located.

Installation Considerations

Use the matching connector type, keep cable runs short to limit signal loss, weatherproof outdoor connections, and set the correct antenna gain in the access point configuration to stay within regulatory power limits.

How to Install the Cisco Meraki MA-ANT-21

1. Confirm your access point or radio supports external antennas with a N-type connector.
2. Mount the antenna in the planned position and orientation, aiming the sector toward the coverage area.
3. Connect the antenna to the access point or radio, tightening connectors by hand and weatherproofing outdoor joints.
4. Set the antenna type and gain in the management interface, then verify coverage with a site survey or signal readings.