Name: MS420-24-HW Cisco Meraki 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 4 SFP+ 10Gbps Uplinks
Brand: Cisco
SKU: MS420-24-HW
Price: 299.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Meraki MS420-24-HW combines 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 SFP+ uplinks to offer a flexible, Layer 3 managed switch solution. It fits well in enterprise environments requiring solid aggregation and routing support, and it integrates with Meraki’s cloud management for easy network oversight.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	MS420-24-HW
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24 x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ45
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, 10G SFP+, 40G QSFP+
Port Speed	10/100/1000 Mbps,10 Gbps,40 Gbps
UpLink Ports	4 x 10G SFP+,2 x 40G QSFP+
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP+,QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	~32,000 MAC address table (approx)

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF
Management Interfaces	Meraki Dashboard (web UI), SNMP, REST API, USB status/console
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	HTTPS, SNMP, SNMPv3, REST API, SSH (limited)
Routing Protocol	Static, OSPF

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (operating)

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA

Product Description
The Cisco Meraki MS420-24-HW serves as a robust Layer 3 aggregation switch designed to handle high-performance network traffic. It’s often found in enterprise data centers or large campus networks where reliable connection and advanced routing are essential. Built for IT teams managing complex environments, it combines Gigabit Ethernet access ports with 10Gbps uplinks, helping to streamline network operations and improve scalability. Network administrators appreciate its managed features and the seamless integration Meraki cloud control offers. Key Features Supports 24 access ports with auto-sensing speeds up to 1 Gbps Includes 4 SFP+ ports for high-speed fiber uplinks Layer 3 functionality enables static routing and dynamic routing protocols Managed via Meraki’s cloud platform for remote monitoring and configuration Designed to simplify network aggregation and improve overall traffic flow This switch is typically deployed in the network’s aggregation layer, bridging access switches to core infrastructure. It plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth data flow and handling routing tasks, which helps keep larger networks running efficiently without bottlenecks.

Use Cases
The Cisco Meraki MS420-24-HW switch is typically deployed in medium to large enterprise networks where high-performance aggregation and Layer 3 routing are essential. It is well-suited for IT teams managing campus networks or data centers that require seamless integration with cloud-based management and scalable uplink capabilities. How It's Used: Aggregating multiple access switches within a campus network to centralize traffic and simplify routing for enterprise IT teams. Supporting virtualization environments by providing high-bandwidth uplinks and Layer 3 routing for server clusters in data centers. Enabling edge computing deployments where distributed processing requires reliable, managed connectivity and flexible uplink options. Facilitating inter-VLAN routing and traffic segmentation in large branch offices to optimize network performance and security. Integrating with Meraki’s cloud dashboard to allow remote management and monitoring of widely distributed network sites. By combining robust Layer 3 features with high-speed uplinks, the MS420-24-HW supports complex network topologies while maintaining operational efficiency. Its cloud-based management further enhances scalability and reduces the operational overhead for network administrators across diverse enterprise environments.