Product Type | Cellular Gateway |
Model | MG41E-HW |
Series | Cisco Meraki MG Series |
Form Factor | Desktop / Wall Mount |
Weight | 460 g (1.01 lbs) |
Power Supply | 12V DC, 3A power adapter included |
Typical Power Consumption | 12W |
Maximum Power Consumption | 15W |
Redundancy Mode | Supported via upstream MX, SD-WAN capable |
Cisco Meraki MG41E Cellular Gateway with External Antennas

Key Benefits

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- Ideal for organizations that require TAA-compliant networking hardware.
- External antenna design enables better placement for optimal cellular signal, enhancing performance.
- Seamless integration with Cisco Meraki ecosystem simplifies network management and deployment.
Product Overview
The Cisco Meraki MG41E Cellular Gateway with External Antennas offers a flexible and reliable solution for organizations requiring cellular-based WAN connectivity. It integrates easily with the Meraki management platform, allowing centralized configuration and oversight. With its TAA compliance and manufacture in Taiwan, the MG41E adheres to stringent standards for government and enterprise use. External antennas allow for improved reception and placement flexibility, making it an ideal choice for remote branches and failover use cases.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Cellular Technology | 4G LTE Advanced Pro (CAT 18) |
Supported Bands | LTE Bands 1–5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17–20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38–41, 42, 46, 48, 66 |
Carrier Aggregation | Up to 5x |
MIMO Support | 4x4 MIMO |
Antennas | External Dipole Antennas Included (4) |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | CE, FCC, IC, RoHS, WEEE, PTCRB, GCF |
Advanced Security Features
Firewall Capabilities | Pass-through mode only, security managed by upstream MX |
Malware Protection | Available via integration with Meraki Security Appliances |
Intrusion Detection/Prevention | Available via upstream Meraki MX |
Interfaces
WAN Interface | 1 x GbE RJ45 |
SIM Slots | 2 x Nano SIM slots (Dual SIM, single active) |
External Antenna Ports | 4 x SMA connectors (2 LTE, 2 diversity) |
Cellular Modem | Integrated CAT 18 LTE Advanced Pro module |
Maximum Downlink Speed | 1.2 Gbps |
Maximum Uplink Speed | 150 Mbps |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions | 120 mm x 130 mm x 28 mm (4.7 in x 5.1 in x 1.1 in) |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature | -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Mounting Options | Desktop, wall mount |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Platform | Cisco Meraki Dashboard |
Zero-Touch Provisioning | Yes |
License Required | Yes, Meraki MG Enterprise License |
Traffic Analytics | Available via Meraki Dashboard |
Firmware Updates | Automatic via cloud |
Remote Diagnostics | Supported |
Failover Configuration | Supported via Meraki MX or SD-WAN Edge |
VPN Support | Compatible with Meraki Auto VPN |