MS120-48FP-HW Meraki MS120-48FP 1G L2 Cld Managed 48x GigE 740W PoE Switch.

Cisco Meraki MS120-48FP-HW - Cloud-Managed Access Switch with Full PoE

The Cisco Meraki MS120-48FP-HW is a cloud-managed Layer 2 access switch designed for branch and small office deployments that require extensive Power over Ethernet (PoE). With 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and a full 740W PoE budget, it provides enterprise-grade performance and centralized management through the Meraki Dashboard, making it ideal for powering large numbers of IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points.

🔧 Key Specifications

• Switching Capacity: 104 Gbps
• Interfaces: 48x Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE/PoE+ support
• Uplink Options: 4x SFP uplink ports
• Forwarding Rate: 77.4 Mpps
• VLAN Support: 4,094 VLANs
• PoE Budget: 740W total available power
• Dimensions: 44.5 x 44.5 x 4.45 cm (1RU)
• Weight: Approx. 6.6 kg
• Power Supply: Internal AC power
• Management: Cloud-managed via Meraki Dashboard
• Security: Port security, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection
• Environmental: Efficient cooling for reliable operation

🧩 Ideal Use Cases

• Branch office or enterprise access switching with high PoE demands
• Deployments requiring power for large numbers of IP phones, cameras, and APs
• Secure, cloud-managed Layer 2 deployments
• Environments needing centralized visibility and simple scalability

⚙️ Licensing & Expansion
Requires a Meraki Enterprise license for operation. Features such as centralized management, monitoring, and security policies are enabled through the Meraki Dashboard.