MS220-8P-HW | Cisco Desktop Ethernet Switch

Description 

The Cisco MS220-8P-HW is an 8-port Gigabit Ethernet desktop switch with Power over Ethernet (PoE), designed for small office and branch deployments. Managed through the Meraki cloud, it offers simple, centralized management, Layer 2 switching, and reliable performance in a compact, fanless form factor.

Technical Specifications 

Information About MS220-8P-HW

The Cisco Meraki MS220-8P-HW is an 8-port cloud-managed Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet switch with integrated Power over Ethernet (PoE). Designed for small branch offices, retail, and remote deployments, it offers centralized management via the Meraki dashboard, zero-touch provisioning, and remote troubleshooting. With silent, fanless operation and compact desktop form factor, it’s ideal for space-constrained environments.

Key Features:

• Total Ports:

  • 8 x 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet Ports with PoE

  • 2 x Gigabit SFP Uplink Ports

• PoE Budget: 124W total shared across all 8 ports

• Layer 2 Switching Features:

  • VLANs

  • QoS

  • Link Aggregation

  • Port Mirroring

  • MAC forwarding table

• Cloud Management:

  • Managed via Meraki Dashboard

  • Zero-touch provisioning

  • Remote diagnostics and alerts

  • Firmware updates from the cloud

• Security Features:

  • 802.1X port authentication

  • DHCP snooping

  • Port security

• Fanless Design:

  • Silent operation, ideal for desktops or quiet environments

• Switching Capacity: 20 Gbps

• Forwarding Rate: 14.88 Mpps

• Dimensions (W x D x H): 9.45 x 5.31 x 1.11 in (240 x 135 x 28.2 mm)

• Weight: Approx. 2.43 lbs (1.1 kg)

• Power Input: External power adapter (included)

• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

Ideal for small offices, retail stores, or remote locations needing reliable PoE switching with simple, centralized cloud management and minimal setup effort.