MX105-HW Meraki MX105 Router/Security Appliance.

Cisco Meraki MX105-HW - Cloud-Managed Security & SD-WAN Appliance

The Cisco Meraki MX105-HW is a next-generation, cloud-managed security and SD-WAN appliance designed for medium branch deployments. It delivers robust firewalling, advanced threat protection, and seamless VPN connectivity, all managed centrally through the Meraki Dashboard. With integrated redundancy and high throughput, the MX105 ensures secure, reliable connectivity for distributed organizations.

🔧 Key Specifications

• Recommended Users: Up to 750 users
• NGFW Throughput: 5 Gbps
• VPN Throughput: 1 Gbps
• Maximum Concurrent VPN Tunnels: 500+
• Interfaces:
  • 4x GbE LAN ports
  • 2x 10GbE SFP+
  • 1x dedicated management port
• Uplink Options:
  • 2x 2.5GbE WAN ports
  • 2x 10GbE SFP+
• Form Factor: 1RU rack-mountable
• Redundancy: Dual WAN uplinks with automatic failover
• Security Features: Application-based firewalling, content filtering, SNORT® IDS/IPS, Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP)
• SD-WAN Capabilities: Auto VPN, dynamic path selection, WAN & cellular failover
• Cloud Management: 100% centralized via Meraki Dashboard
• Dimensions: 19.08 x 12.4 x 1.73 in
• Weight: Approx. 10.74 lb
• Power Supply: Internal AC

🧩 Ideal Use Cases

• Medium branch offices requiring secure SD-WAN
• Organizations needing centralized cloud-managed security
• Environments with high VPN demand and multiple WAN uplinks
• Businesses seeking simplified deployment and monitoring across distributed sites

⚙️ Licensing & Expansion
The MX105-HW requires an active Meraki license for operation, which includes firmware updates, cloud management, and 24/7 enterprise support. Advanced security features such as IDS/IPS and AMP are included with the license.