48-Port Cloud-Managed PoE+ Access Switch
Product Description
The Cisco Meraki MS120-48LP-HW is a cloud-managed Layer-2 access switch designed for branch networks, enterprise edge deployments, and campus environments.
Part of the MS120 access-layer family, this model delivers 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ support, centralized cloud management, and enterprise-grade security features. It is ideal for powering access points, VoIP phones, cameras, and IoT devices while maintaining simple deployment and remote monitoring via the Meraki dashboard.
The switch supports zero-touch provisioning, allowing rapid deployment without on-site configuration.
Model Type
Cloud-Managed Layer-2 PoE+ Access Switch
Category
Networking – Enterprise Cloud-Managed Switching
Key Features
48 Gigabit Access Ports
48 × 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet ports provide high-speed wired connectivity for users and devices.
PoE+ Power Budget (370W)
Supports IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+ with up to 30W per port to power wireless APs, cameras, and phones.
4 × SFP Uplink Ports
Dedicated 1G SFP uplinks allow flexible fiber connectivity to aggregation or core switches.
Cloud-Based Management
Centralized configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting through the Meraki dashboard with zero-touch provisioning.
Enterprise Security & Network Control
Includes 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, ACLs, and QoS for voice/video traffic prioritization.
Virtual Stacking & Remote Monitoring
Thousands of ports can be managed logically as one stack with unified configuration and analytics.
Rack-Mount Form Factor
1U rack-mountable design with included mounting hardware for enterprise deployments.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | MS120-48LP-HW |
| Ports | 48 × 1G RJ-45 |
| Uplinks | 4 × 1G SFP |
| Switching Capacity | ~104 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | ~77 Mpps |
| PoE Budget | 370 W total |
| Max PoE Output | Up to 30 W per port |
| Management | Meraki Cloud Dashboard |
| Mounting | 1U Rack-mount |
| Dimensions | ~4.4 × 44 × 34 cm |
| Weight | ~5.7 kg |
(Values compiled from Meraki MS120 series documentation and technical listings.)
Typical Use Cases
Branch & Office Networks
Reliable access switching with centralized management for distributed sites.
Wireless Infrastructure Deployments
Ideal for powering Wi-Fi access points and IP phones via PoE+.
Retail & Hospitality
Supports POS, cameras, and guest Wi-Fi infrastructure.
Campus Edge Switching
Provides scalable access-layer connectivity managed from a single dashboard.
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