Cisco Meraki
Meraki MX250 Cloud Managed Security Appliance
Meraki MX250 Cloud Managed Security Appliance
SKU:MX250-HW
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Quick Summary
The Cisco Meraki MX250 is a powerful yet easy-to-manage security appliance designed for organisations that need a reliable small business network solution that scales as they grow. Combining SD-WAN, next-gen firewall services and VPN concentration in a single box, it safeguards on-site and online workforce traffic while simplifying day-to-day operations through the cloud-hosted Meraki Dashboard.
Use Cases
- Head offices or small offices that need multi-gigabit threat protection and SD-WAN.
- Regional hubs acting as secure VPN concentrators for remote and branch sites.
- Organisations migrating applications to the cloud who want application-aware traffic shaping.
- Australian businesses looking for an authorised reseller bundle that covers hardware, licence and 24 × 7 support.
Key Features
- Next-Gen Firewall & SD-WAN — Layer 7 visibility, content filtering and dynamic path selection.
- High-speed Threat Defence — Up to 3 Gbps of advanced security throughput for malware, IDS/IPS and AMP scanning.:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- Multi-Gig Interfaces — Dual 10 Gb SFP+ WAN links plus sixteen 10 Gb/1 Gb SFP and eight 1 Gb RJ45 LAN ports for flexible aggregation.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Cloud Management — Zero-touch provisioning, automatic updates and unified policy control from the Meraki Dashboard.
- HA & Redundancy — Dual hot-swap PSUs, VRRP fail-over and optional warm-spare synchronisation.
Technical Specifications
- Stateful firewall throughput: 7.5 Gbps
- Next-gen firewall throughput: 2 Gbps
- Site-to-site VPN throughput: 4 Gbps
- Recommended client count: up to 2,000 users/devices
- Interfaces: 2 × 10 Gb SFP+ WAN, 8 × 10 Gb SFP+, 8 × 1 Gb SFP, 8 × 1 Gb RJ45 LAN, 1 × RJ45 management
- Form-factor: 1U rack-mount, 19″ (W) × 17.3″ (D) × 1.75″ (H), 7.3 kg
- Power & cooling: 2 × 250 W hot-swap PSUs, 105 W idle / 190 W max draw
- Environmental: 0 – 40 °C operating, 5 – 95 % RH non-condensing
Comparison
| Metric | MX250 | MX450 |
|---|---|---|
| NAT firewall throughput | 7.5 Gbps | 10 Gbps |
| Next-gen firewall throughput | 2 Gbps | 5 Gbps |
| VPN throughput | 4 Gbps | 6.5 Gbps |
| Advanced security throughput | 3 Gbps | 7 Gbps |
| Recommended clients/devices | 2,000 | 10,000 |
FAQs
Is the MX250 suitable for very small offices?
Yes, the appliance is often deployed by authorised resellers to consolidate security and SD-WAN services in branch or small offices. It may be over-spec’d for a handful of users, but it ensures you will not need an upgrade as the business grows.
What licensing model does Cisco Meraki use?
Meraki operates on a simple subscription model covering firmware, cloud management and 24 × 7 support. Hardware and licence must be co-termed; license pricing in Australia varies by term and feature set.
How does the MX250 protect an online workforce?
Integrated client VPN, Auto-VPN, IDS/IPS and advanced malware protection together create an encrypted, policy-based fabric for remote staff, delivering the same security policies whether users are on-site or off-site.
Can I stack multiple MX250 units for redundancy?
Yes. Two units can be configured as a warm-spare pair using Meraki’s HA features, providing seamless fail-over and state synchronisation.
Licensing and Support
Every MX250 requires an Enterprise or Advanced Security licence; term options range from one to ten years. Bundled support includes next-business-day hardware replacement, firmware updates and 24 × 7 phone assistance. Contact your local authorised reseller for hardware bundles and license pricing Australia wide.
Buy from an Authorised Cisco Meraki Reseller in Australia
Cloudifi is a certified Cisco authorised reseller and supplier offering genuine Meraki equipment with full support and local warranty. Whether you’re purchasing a single MX250-HW unit or a complete site bundle, we provide expert guidance, fast delivery, and competitive pricing in Australia.
Volume Pricing and Custom Quotes
Deploying at scale? We offer volume pricing, promo discounts, and fast turnaround on custom quotes for resellers, IT teams, and project integrators. As your trusted Cisco Meraki channel partner, we help you simplify procurement and deployment with expert-backed support across the full Cisco product range.
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