Product Type | Security appliance |
Form Factor | Desktop |
Built-in Devices | Modem |
Weight | 2.6 lbs |
Power Consumption (Operational) | 89 Watt |
Power Provided | 100 Watt |
Power Device | External power adapter |
Included Accessories | Mounting kit, SIM card ejector |
Cables Included | 2 x network cable |
Installed Qty | 1 |
Max Supported Qty | 1 |
Cisco Meraki MX68CW Security Appliance with LTE & 802.11ac

Key Benefits

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- Combines firewall, VPN, wireless routing, and LTE backup in a single integrated solution
- Cloud-managed for simplified remote operations and reduced on-site IT dependency
- Backed by a limited lifetime warranty with next-day hardware replacement for peace of mind
Product Overview
The Cisco Meraki MX68CW is a cloud-managed security appliance offering robust enterprise-grade networking with LTE failover and 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi. It supports up to 50 users with throughput of up to 450 Mbps firewall and 200 Mbps VPN, combining wired and wireless technologies via multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports including PoE+ support. With advanced features such as IDS/IPS, VLAN, and application-aware traffic shaping, the MX68CW is tailor-made for small to mid-sized branch deployments. Cloud-managed functionality allows for seamless remote administration, while a lifetime warranty and hardware replacement assure long-term reliability and reduced operational cost.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11ac Wave 2 (Wi-Fi 5) |
Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
Antenna Configuration | 2 external detachable antennas |
Wireless Modes | Access point, client |
Max Configured SSIDs | 4 |
Cellular Protocol | LTE |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | TAIWAN |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Compliance Standards | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.3at |
Advanced Security Features
Firewall Throughput | 450 Mbps |
VPN Throughput | 200 Mbps |
Advanced Security Throughput | 300 Mbps |
Security Features | Firewall protection, content filtering, IDS, IPS, 802.1x authentication |
VPN Support | IPSec VPN, VPN client, MPLS VPN |
Threat Management | Layer 7 application visibility and control, traffic shaping, malware protection |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 10 |
WAN Ports | 2 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 |
LAN Ports | 8 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 |
PoE+ Ports | 2 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 (PoE+) |
USB Ports | 1 x USB 2.0 - Type A |
Expansion Slots | 1 SIM card |
PoE Support | PoE+ |
Data Link Protocols | Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b/g/a/n/ac Wave 2 |
Data Transfer Rate | 1.3 Gbps |
Network / Transport Protocols | L2TP, IPSec, PPPoE, DHCP |
Routing Protocols | Static IP routing, MPLS |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 11.2 in x 7 in x 1.1 in |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 32 °F |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 104 °F |
Operating Humidity Range | 5 - 95% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud-Managed | Yes |
Remote Management Protocol | HTTP |
Management Interface | Meraki Dashboard (cloud-based) |
License Requirement | Separate subscription license required for cloud management |
Included Cloud Features | Zero-touch provisioning, automatic firmware updates, remote monitoring and management |