Cisco Meraki MS MS120-8FP Cisco Meraki switch
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-MS120-8FP | Part #: MS120-8FP | MPN: MS120-8FP
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About the Cisco Meraki MS MS120-8FP Cisco Meraki switch
Cloud-managed Layer 2 access switching defines the Cisco Meraki MS120-8FP: a fanless, desktop or wall-mountable switch built for organizations deploying distributed branch and campus networks through centralized cloud dashboards rather than traditional on-premises management planes. This positioning matters because the MS120-8FP operates as a pure access-layer device, forwarding traffic at 14.88 Mpps across a 20 Gbps switching fabric, without routing or advanced fabric protocols like BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, or EVPN. The unit packs 8 × 1G RJ-45 access ports with PoE+ support (IEEE 802.3at and 802.3af standards) delivering 124W of total PoE budget, plus 2 × 1G SFP uplink ports for fiber connectivity to aggregation layers. With IEEE 802.1Q support for up to 1024 VLANs, 802.1w RSTP and 802.1D STP redundancy, IEEE 802.3ad LACP link aggregation, and IEEE 802.1X port-based access control, the MS120-8FP handles standard enterprise Layer 2 switching tasks including MAC address table capacity of 16,000 entries and jumbo frame support up to 9,578 bytes.
Network engineers and IT procurement teams responsible for branch office deployments, small campus sites, or distributed retail and warehouse networks typically specify the Cisco Meraki MS120-8FP when they require simplified, cloud-centric lifecycle management without the operational overhead of traditional stackable or modular switches. The fanless passive cooling design reduces noise and maintenance burden in quiet office environments, while the manufacturer part number MS120-8FP integrates seamlessly into Cisco Meraki's unified cloud dashboard—though a Meraki license is required for management access and feature enablement.
Organizations ready to evaluate the MS120-8FP for immediate deployment or pilot projects should contact Omnixon Global to request a detailed quotation, confirm current availability in our Dubai stock, and discuss volume pricing or extended support terms aligned with your network architecture and timeline.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-MS120-8FP |
| Part Number | MS120-8FP |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 1U |
| Interface | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MS120-8FP |
| Product Line | Meraki MS120 Series |
| Switch Type | Cloud-Managed Layer 2 Access Switch |
| Total Ports | 10 |
| Access Ports | 8 × 1G RJ-45 (PoE+) |
| Uplink Ports | 2 × 1G SFP |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) and IEEE 802.3af (PoE) |
| PoE Budget | 124W total |
| Switching Capacity | 20 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 14.88 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table | 16,000 entries |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 9,578 bytes |
| VLAN Support | 802.1Q, up to 1024 VLANs |
| Spanning Tree | 802.1D STP, 802.1w RSTP |
| Link Aggregation | IEEE 802.3ad LACP |
| Access Control | IEEE 802.1X port-based Network Access Control |
| Management | Cisco Meraki cloud dashboard (requires Meraki license) |
| Cooling | Fanless (passive cooling) |
| Form Factor | Desktop / wall-mountable |
| Power Input | 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz internal power supply |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Meraki MS MS120-8FP Cisco Meraki switch
What does the Cisco Meraki MS MS120-8FP Cisco Meraki switch do?
The Cisco Meraki MS MS120-8FP Cisco Meraki switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
Is the Cisco Meraki MS MS120-8FP Cisco Meraki switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco Meraki MS MS120-8FP Cisco Meraki switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.