Cisco Meraki MS210 48-Ports 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ Layer 3 Rack-mountable Cloud Managed Stackable Switch with 4-Ports SFP – MS210-48LP-HW

Cisco Meraki MS210 48-Port GbE PoE+ Layer 3 Cloud Managed Switch — MS210-48LP-HW

The Cisco Meraki MS210-48LP (MS210-48LP-HW) is a 48-port 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ Layer 3 cloud-managed stackable switch with 4x SFP uplinks in a rack-mountable form factor. Designed for enterprise access layer deployments requiring cloud-managed switching with PoE for wireless APs, IP phones, and IoT devices, it delivers Cisco Meraki”s zero-touch provisioning, centralized dashboard management, and enterprise-grade security features without on-premises controllers.

Product Details

• Part Number: MS210-48LP-HW
• Manufacturer: Cisco Meraki
• Model: MS210-48LP
• Product Type: Cloud Managed PoE+ Switch

Key Features

• 48x GbE PoE+ Ports: IEEE 802.3at PoE+ on all access ports for APs, phones, and IoT
• 4x SFP Uplinks: 1G fiber uplinks for backbone connectivity
• Meraki Cloud Management: Zero-touch provisioning and centralized dashboard management
• Layer 3 Managed: Full routing and switching with VLAN, QoS, and RSTP
• Stackable: Virtual stacking via Meraki dashboard for simplified multi-switch management
• Enterprise Security: 802.1X, MACsec, and integrated security policies

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: MS210-48LP-HW
• Access Ports: 48x 10/100/1000BASE-T with PoE+ (802.3at)
• Uplink Ports: 4x SFP (1G)
• Switch Type: Layer 3 Cloud Managed
• Management: Cisco Meraki Dashboard (cloud)
• Form Factor: 1U Rack-mountable
• PoE Budget: 370W total

Use Cases

• Enterprise Access Layer: Cloud-managed PoE switching for campus and enterprise networks
• Meraki Networks: Integrated switching in Cisco Meraki SD-WAN and wireless deployments
• Wi-Fi Deployment: PoE+ for Meraki MR or third-party wireless access points
• Zero-Touch Deployment: Cloud-provisioned switching for distributed enterprise locations

Compatibility Notes

• Requires active Cisco Meraki Enterprise license for full functionality
• Managed exclusively via Cisco Meraki Dashboard — no local CLI management
• PoE budget: 370W total shared across 48 PoE+ ports
• Compatible with Cisco Meraki ecosystem: MR APs, MX security appliances, MS switches

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Meraki MS210 require a license?

Yes — the MS210-48LP-HW hardware requires an active Cisco Meraki Enterprise license for full functionality. Without a license, the switch operates in limited mode. Licenses are sold separately and are subscription-based.

Can the MS210 be managed via CLI?

No — Cisco Meraki switches are managed exclusively via the Meraki cloud dashboard. There is no local CLI management interface, which simplifies deployment but requires cloud connectivity for management.

What is the PoE budget of the MS210-48LP?

The MS210-48LP has a total PoE budget of 370W shared across all 48 PoE+ ports. Plan device power requirements accordingly to avoid exceeding the total PoE budget.

Whether you are deploying cloud-managed PoE switching for an enterprise campus, integrating switching into a Cisco Meraki SD-WAN deployment, or enabling zero-touch provisioning for distributed office locations, the Cisco Meraki MS210-48LP (MS210-48LP-HW) delivers the 48-port PoE+ capacity, Meraki cloud management, and enterprise security your network demands.