MS120-8-HW Meraki MS120-8 1G L2 Cloud Managed 8x GigE Switch.

Cisco Meraki MS120-8-HW - Cloud-Managed Compact Access Switch

The Cisco Meraki MS120-8-HW is a compact, cloud-managed Layer 2 access switch designed for branch offices, retail, and small deployments. With 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports and simple centralized management through the Meraki Dashboard, it provides enterprise-grade performance in a small, fanless form factor.

🔧 Key Specifications

• Switching Capacity: 20 Gbps
• Interfaces: 8x Gigabit Ethernet ports (non-PoE model)
• Uplink Options: 2x SFP uplink ports
• Forwarding Rate: 14.9 Mpps
• VLAN Support: 4,094 VLANs
• Dimensions: 22.9 x 21.0 x 2.7 cm (desktop form factor)
• Weight: Approx. 1.9 kg
• Power Supply: Internal AC power
• Management: Cloud-managed via Meraki Dashboard
• Security: Port security, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection
• Environmental: Fanless design for silent operation

🧩 Ideal Use Cases

• Small branch office or retail deployments
• Compact environments needing reliable Layer 2 switching without PoE
• Secure, cloud-managed deployments with centralized visibility
• Silent operation in office or retail spaces

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