MS120-8LP-HW Meraki MS120-8LP 1G L2 Cloud Managed 8x GigE 67W PoE Switch.

Cisco Meraki MS120-8LP-HW - Cloud-Managed Compact Access Switch with PoE

The Cisco Meraki MS120-8LP-HW is a compact, cloud-managed Layer 2 access switch designed for branch offices, retail, and small deployments. With 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports and PoE support, it provides enterprise-grade performance and centralized management through the Meraki Dashboard, making it ideal for powering IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points in space-constrained environments.

🔧 Key Specifications

• Switching Capacity: 20 Gbps
• Interfaces: 8x Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE/PoE+ support
• Uplink Options: 2x SFP uplink ports
• Forwarding Rate: 14.9 Mpps
• VLAN Support: 4,094 VLANs
• PoE Budget: 67W total available power
• Dimensions: 22.9 x 21.0 x 2.7 cm (desktop form factor)
• Weight: Approx. 2.0 kg
• Power Supply: Internal AC power
• Management: Cloud-managed via Meraki Dashboard
• Security: Port security, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection
• Environmental: Fanless design for quiet operation

🧩 Ideal Use Cases

• Small branch office or retail deployments
• Compact environments requiring PoE for IP phones, cameras, and APs
• Secure, cloud-managed Layer 2 deployments
• 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.