Meraki launches extreme switches in 2025

Meraki is pushing the boundaries of cloud-managed networking with the introduction of three new switching series: the MS150 for access switching, the C9300-M for campus deployments, and the C9300X for high-performance aggregation and core networking.

MS150 Series: Powering the Modern Workplace:

• MS150-24P: 24 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+ with 180W budget

• MS150-24MP: 24 ports Multi-Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+ with 180W budget

• MS150-48P: 48 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+ with 370W budget

• MS150-48MP: 48 ports Multi-Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+ with 370W budget

• MS150-24LP: 24 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+ with 370W budget, 4x 10G SFP+ uplinks

• MS150-24MP-4X: 24 ports Multi-Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+ with 370W budget, 4x 10G SFP+ uplinks  

• MS150-48LP: 48 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+ with 740W budget, 4x 10G SFP+ uplinks

• MS150-48MP-4X: 48 ports Multi-Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+ with 740W budget, 4x 10G SFP+ uplinks

  

Key Features:

• High-Performance, Low-Latency Switching: Deliver exceptional user experiences with fast data transfer and minimal delay.

• Flexible PoE Powering: Power a wide range of devices, including Wi-Fi 6/7 APs, IP phones, and IoT sensors.

• Cloud-Managed Simplicity: Easily manage your network through the intuitive Meraki dashboard.

• Advanced Security: Protect your network with integrated security features.

C9300-M Series: Scaling Networks for the Future:

• C9300-24S-M: 24 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet

• C9300-24T-M: 24 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet, 12 ports with PoE+

• C9300-24P-M: 24 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+  

• C9300-24U-M: 24 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet, 4x 1G/10G SFP+ uplinks

• C9300-24UX-M: 24 ports 10 Gigabit Ethernet

• C9300-48S-M: 48 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet

• C9300-48T-M: 48 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet, 24 ports with PoE+

• C9300-48P-M: 48 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+

• C9300-48U-M: 48 ports 1 Gigabit Ethernet, 4x 1G/10G SFP+ uplinks

• C9300-48UXM-M: 36 ports Multi-Gigabit Ethernet, 12 ports 10 Gigabit Ethernet

• C9300-48UN-M: 48 ports 5 Gigabit Ethernet

Key Features:

• High-Performance, Low-Latency Switching: Handle demanding workloads with ease.

• Advanced Security Features: Safeguard your critical data and applications.

• Cloud-Managed Simplicity: Simplify network management with the Meraki dashboard.

• Flexible Deployment Options: Customize your network with a variety of deployment options.

C9300X Series: High-Performance Aggregation and Core Switching:

• C9300X-24HX-M: 24 ports Multi-Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+ with 90W budget per port  

• C9300X-48HX-M: 48 ports Multi-Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+ with 90W budget per port  

• C9300X-48HXN-M: 40 ports 5 Gigabit Ethernet, 8 ports Multi-Gigabit Ethernet, PoE+ with 90W budget per port  

• C9300X-48TX-M: 48 ports 10 Gigabit Ethernet  

• C9300X-24Y-M: 24 ports 25 Gigabit Ethernet SFP28  

• C9300X-12Y-M: 12 ports 25 Gigabit Ethernet SFP28  

There's more:

Meraki and Catalyst continue to merge range to simplify and enhance network management. Now you can seamlessly integrate your Catalyst switches with the Meraki dashboard, bringing the power of cloud management to your entire network infrastructure.

Catalyst Integration with Meraki:

• Unified Visibility and Control: Manage both Meraki and Catalyst devices from a single pane of glass with the intuitive Meraki dashboard.

• Simplified Management: Streamline network operations with centralized configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

• Enhanced Security: Leverage Meraki's advanced security features across your entire network, including Catalyst switches.

• Improved Troubleshooting: Gain deeper insights into network performance and identify issues quickly with comprehensive analytics and reporting.

• Increased Agility: Respond to changing business needs with greater flexibility and speed.

How it Works:

Catalyst switches running compatible IOS-XE versions can be easily onboarded to the Meraki dashboard using the Cloud Monitoring for Catalyst onboarding application. This allows you to monitor and manage your Catalyst switches alongside your Meraki devices, providing a unified view of your entire network.

More information on how it's done:

Benefits:

• Reduced Complexity: Simplify network management with a single platform for all your devices.

• Increased Efficiency: Streamline operations and save time with centralized management.

• Improved Security: Enhance network security with Meraki's advanced security features.

• Better Performance: Optimize network performance with comprehensive visibility and control.