Meraki MS120-24 1G L2 Cloud Managed Switch
The Cisco Meraki MS120-24 is a 24-port Gigabit Layer 2 cloud-managed switch designed for branch and campus networks. It offers simple plug-and-play setup and intuitive management through a web dashboard, eliminating the need for CLI expertise. This switch provides granular network visibility, detailed change logs, and robust security features like 802.1X support. It's ideal for organizations seeking efficient network management and enhanced performance with advanced Layer 7 traffic identification and shaping capabilities.
$1059.31
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
2029
/ 2256
#2029 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-84%
Below average
Total Ports
2445
/ Ethernet (RJ) ports
Who it's for
- Centralized Cloud Management
- Rapid Deployment
- Unified Network Stack
Who should skip it
- Required Subscription Licensing
- Basic Layer 2 Functionality
- Cloud Dependency
Key Specs
Total Ports
24 Ethernet (RJ45) ports
Port Speeds
Supports 100Mb, 1Gb, and 2.5Gb connections
Form Factor
Desktop, mountable to walls/poles
Weight
1.7 kg (3.8 lbs)
Operating Temperature Range
-40 °C to 55 °C
Dimensions
28.6 cm (W) x 17.6 cm (H) x 18.5 cm (D)
Security Features
802.1X, BPDU Guard, IPsec VPN tunneling
Warranty
1 year hardware warranty with advanced replacement
Features
- Cloud-managed via intuitive web dashboard
- Layer 2 access switching
- Granular visibility and change logs
- Robust security with 802.1X
- Simple plug-and-play setup
- Advanced QoS support
- 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports
- 1-year advanced replacement warranty
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Meraki MS120-24 switch for its unparalleled ease of management, driven entirely by the powerful Meraki Cloud Dashboard. Deployment is simple, allowing integration within minutes, saving significant time compared to traditional devices. The centralized visibility is a major benefit, enabling administrators to monitor and configure the entire network stack from one location, which is ideal for lean IT teams. While hardware reliability is strong, the primary friction point is the total cost of ownership due to mandatory annual licensing fees. Despite this recurring cost, existing users agree that the operational efficiency and robust feature set make this switch an excellent choice for organizations prioritizing simplicity and centralized control.
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