Meraki MX250-HW Cisco Cloud Managed Firewall

Features

• Cloud-managed security and SD-WAN appliance
• Stateful firewall throughput: 4 Gbps
• Advanced malware protection (AMP) with sandboxing
• Content filtering and web search filtering
• Intrusion Detection & Prevention (IDS/IPS)
• Auto VPN self-configuring site-to-site VPN
• Application-aware traffic control
• High availability and redundancy with warm spare (VRRP)
• Integrated solutions for WAN optimization
• Traffic shaping and application prioritization
• Advanced security reporting and analytics
• Zero-touch provisioning

Technical Specifications

• Stateful firewall throughput: 4 Gbps
• Maximum VPN throughput: 1 Gbps
• Recommended clients: Up to 2000
• WAN interfaces: 2 x 10G SFP+
• LAN interfaces: 8 x GbE RJ45, 8 x GbE SFP
• USB ports: 2
• Management: Managed via the web with the Cisco Meraki dashboard
• Power: Internal power supply, 250W
• Power over Ethernet: No
• Dimensions: 1.74" x 19.08" x 20.24" (4.41 cm x 48.46 cm x 51.41 cm)
• Weight: 19.5 lbs (8.85 kg)
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Mounting: Rack-mountable (1U)

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the Meraki MX250-HW?

  The Meraki MX250-HW is a cloud-managed security appliance designed to provide advanced security features such as firewall protection, content filtering, web search filtering, and advanced malware protection. It also includes SD-WAN capabilities to enhance network performance and reliability.

• What is the throughput capacity of the Meraki MX250-HW?

  The Meraki MX250-HW has a stateful inspection firewall throughput of up to 4 Gbps, making it suitable for medium to large-sized enterprises.

• How many LAN and WAN ports does the Meraki MX250-HW have?

  The Meraki MX250-HW includes 8 GbE RJ45 LAN ports, 8 GbE SFP/SFP+ ports, and 2 10 GbE SFP+ WAN ports.

• What are the security features of the Meraki MX250-HW?

  The Meraki MX250-HW features a wide range of security services including stateful firewall, auto VPN, anti-virus and anti-phishing protection, content filtering, intrusion detection and prevention (IDS/IPS), and advanced malware protection (AMP).

• Is the Meraki MX250-HW easy to install and manage?

  Yes, the Meraki MX250-HW is designed to be easy to install and manage through the Cisco Meraki cloud management platform. This platform provides a user-friendly web interface for configuration, monitoring, and reporting purposes.

• Does the Meraki MX250-HW support VPN?

  Yes, the Meraki MX250-HW supports both site-to-site VPN and client VPN. It features Auto VPN technology to simplify the VPN setup process, ensuring secure connections across multiple locations.

• Can the Meraki MX250-HW be used in high availability (HA) mode?

  Yes, the Meraki MX250-HW can be deployed in a high availability (HA) configuration to ensure network redundancy and minimize downtime.

• What kind of reporting and analytics does the Meraki MX250-HW offer?

  The Meraki MX250-HW provides detailed network visibility and analytics through the Meraki dashboard. Administrators can access real-time and historical data on network performance, application usage, security threats, and more.

• Is there a wireless option available with the Meraki MX250-HW?

  No, the Meraki MX250-HW itself does not include wireless capabilities. However, it can be integrated with Meraki MR series wireless access points to provide a complete wired and wireless network solution.

Warranty and Extended Support Options

• All products sold come with a 12 month return to base warranty.
• For most products, we can also offer extended maintenance contracts, with options such as 24x7 support and an onsite engineer that can repair or replace your part within 2 hours.

Delivery and Logistics

• Our stock is held in Botany, NSW, near major courier hubs and Sydney International Airport.

• We offer advanced logistics solutions, such as:
  • same day delivery,
  • same day collection,
  • overnight delivery,
  • tailgate services,
  • data centre
  • and secure location deliveries, etc.

• Our logistics team ensure every item is packed safe and secure, ensuring no damage occurs to your equipment, in fact, our customers often comment on how good our packing is, check out our ratings on trustpilot.

The XS Network Tech Difference

We are in independent network hardware distributor, our focus is on ensuring that our customers receive the correct tech solutions, at the best possible price, delivered as fast as possible.

We are real people, with a real passion for tech.

Our team endeavours to respond to all requests within 20 minutes or less (during business hours).

Our Stock

• We have the largest independent stock holding in Australia.
• We buy and sell network hardware. Our sources include excess gear from large projects, decommissioned customer gear and trusted national & international hardware partners and suppliers.
• We stock brand new and used network hardware, including hard to find components, modules and accessories, as well as end of life items that are no longer available from manufacturers.

See more about our used goods procedures

Doing Business with Us

• We are a registered Australian business, with accreditations and memberships for many government and corporate supply panels.
• We transact with all types of business, from end user small businesses, Managed & internet service providers to Local and Federal Government departments.

Corporate Accounts

Our corporate and government customers trade on corporate accounts, normally Net 30, we also accept Government P-Cards (subjects to T&Cs and approvals)

Prepaid Accounts

For prepaid accounts, we accept Electronic Funds Transfers (EFT) and credit card payment.

Logistics

• Our stock is held in Botany, NSW, near major courier hubs and Sydney International Airport.
• We offer advanced logistics solutions, such as same day delivery, same day collection, overnight delivery, tailgate services, data centre & secure location deliveries, etc.
• Our logistics team ensure every item is packed safe and secure, ensuring no damage occurs to your equipment, in fact, our customers often comment on how good our packing is, check out our ratings on trustpilot.

Warranty and Extended Support Options

• All products sold come with a 12 month return to base warranty.
• For most products, we can also offer extended maintenance contracts, with options such as 24x7 support and an onsite engineer that can repair or replace your part within 2 hours.

Circular Economy - E-Waste Reduction

• XS Network Tech is committed to extending the useful life of IT network hardware and accessories, contributing to a circular economy, and reducing e-waste.
• Waste reduction is part of our company Ethos. Besides being a prominent second hand network equipment dealer, we also try minimise waste by re-using packaging and protective shipping insulation products wherever possible.

Trade In Excess Equipment

We purchase new and used networking equipment. We can offer direct payment, or credit towards your next purchase. Click here for more information.