Product Type | Cloud-Managed Layer 3 Switch |
Manufacturer | Cisco |
Model | Meraki MS425-16 |
Part Number | MS425-16-HW |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Weight | 18.74 lbs (8.5 kg) |
Power Supply Type | Internal power supply |
Power Consumption (Typical) | 105 W |
Maximum Power Consumption | 160 W |
Redundant Power Support | Yes (available via optional redundant PSU) |
CISCO Meraki MS425-16 L3 16x 10G SFP+ Cloud-Managed Switch



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- Cloud-managed design reduces operational complexity through centralized control.
- High 10G fiber port density supports scalable enterprise and data center deployments.
- TAA compliance ensures eligibility for government and public sector projects.
Product Overview
The CISCO Meraki MS425-16 is a high-performance Layer 3 cloud-managed switch with 16 x 10G SFP+ fiber ports, supporting up to 40 Gbps in data throughput. Designed in a 1RU rack-mount format, it is space-efficient and integrates smoothly into enterprise setups. TAA compliance adds federal project suitability, while Meraki's cloud management platform streamlines administration and monitoring. Manufactured in Taiwan, it delivers strong operational reliability for network cores or aggregation layers.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | FCC Class A, CE, IC, UL, CCC, VCCI, RCM |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | 802.1X, MAC-based access control |
RADIUS Server Support | Yes |
Port Security | Yes |
DHCP Snooping | Yes |
Dynamic ARP Inspection | Yes |
ACLs (Access Control Lists) | Layer 3 & Layer 4 ACLs supported |
Storm Control | Yes |
Loop Detection | Yes |
Multicast Routing | IGMP snooping, PIM, MSDP |
Interfaces
Total Port Count | 16 |
Port Type | 10G SFP+ |
Stacking Ports | 2 x 40G QSFP+ stacking ports |
Console Port | 1 x RJ45 |
Management Interface | 1 x 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet |
Data Throughput | 40 Gbps |
Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps |
Forwarding Rate | 357.14 Mpps |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 19.07 in (48.45 cm) |
Depth | 20.67 in (52.5 cm) |
Height | 1.72 in (4.37 cm) |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
MTBF | 347,938 hours |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Platform | Meraki Dashboard (Cloud Managed) |
License Required | Yes, Meraki license required (sold separately) |
Remote Management | Yes, via Meraki cloud portal |
Software Updates | Cloud-delivered automatic firmware updates |
Zero-Touch Provisioning | Yes |