24-Port Cloud-Managed Gigabit PoE+ Switch
Product Description
The Cisco Meraki MS225-24P-HW is a cloud-managed, stackable Layer-2 access switch designed for enterprise branch, campus, and distributed office deployments. It delivers reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with 24 PoE+ ports, powerful 10 GbE uplinks, and centralized management through the Meraki Dashboard, making it ideal for powering access points, IP phones, cameras, and other PoE-enabled devices while simplifying deployment and ongoing management.
Model Type
Cloud-Managed Layer-2 Gigabit PoE+ Switch
Category
Networking – Enterprise / Access Layer Switching
Key Features
Cloud Management — Managed via the Cisco Meraki Dashboard with zero-touch provisioning, monitoring, alerts, and analytics.
PoE+ Power on All Ports — 24× Gigabit RJ-45 ports with 802.3af/802.3at PoE/PoE+ to power Wi-Fi access points, VoIP phones, cameras and IoT devices.
370 W PoE Budget — Total available PoE power of 370 W across all ports.
10 GbE Uplinks — 4× 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed aggregation and fiber connectivity.
Stackable Architecture — 2× dedicated stacking ports with up to 80 Gbps stacking bandwidth, supporting unified management and resiliency across multiple switches.
Robust Switching Performance — 128 Gbps non-blocking switching capacity with high forwarding rate for efficient packet delivery.
Layer-2 + Static Routing — VLAN support (802.1Q), DHCP relay, static routing and advanced network services.
Security & QoS — 802.1X authentication, ACLs, DHCP snooping, ARP inspection, broadcast storm control, and QoS for voice and video traffic.
Zero-Touch Deployment — Automatic configuration when connected to the Internet and claimed to a Meraki organization.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Cisco Meraki MS225-24P-HW |
| Switch Type | Layer-2 Cloud-Managed PoE+ Switch |
| Ports | 24× 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ RJ-45 |
| Uplinks | 4× 10 GbE SFP+ |
| PoE Budget | 370 W (802.3af/at) |
| Stacking | 2× dedicated stacking ports (80 Gbps) |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | ~95.2 Mpps (24-port models) |
| Routing | Static routing |
| VLANs | 4,094 802.1Q VLANs |
| Management | Meraki Dashboard (cloud) |
| Mounting | 1U rack mount (included) |
| Dimensions | ~1.72″ × 19″ × 9.05″ |
| Weight | ~3.7 kg (8.18 lb) |
| Power | Internal PSU (100-240 VAC), optional external RPS support |
| Operating Temp | –5 °C to 50 °C |
| Security | 802.1X, ACLs, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP inspection |
All specifications are based on official Meraki documentation and reseller datasheets.
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise Access Layer — Provides high-capacity connectivity for end devices in offices and branch locations.
PoE+ Powered Devices — Efficiently powers Wi-Fi access points, VoIP phones, cameras, and IoT endpoints.
Campus Aggregation — 10 GbE uplinks for high-speed aggregation to distribution/core layers.
Scalable Deployments — Stackable with up to 8 switches for unified management and increased port density.
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