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MS250-48FP-HW Overview

MS250-48FP-HW is a Cisco Meraki cloud-managed Layer 3 PoE+ switch for access networks that need full 48-port copper density and a larger power budget. It provides 48 1GbE RJ-45 access ports, 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks, shared PoE/PoE+ delivery, and a 1U rack-mount chassis in the Cisco Meraki MS250 series. Management runs through Meraki Dashboard, so port profiles, VLANs, routing, monitoring, firmware, packet capture, SNMP, and syslog stay under one cloud operating model for distributed teams. The hardware focus is powered access with routing at the closet, not unmanaged edge switching or chassis aggregation. Within the same family, MS250-48LP-HW keeps the same copper and uplink layout but drops the PoE budget to 370W, while this model raises it to 740W for denser powered endpoint closets and higher access-layer power planning.

176 Gbps switching capacity carries access traffic from the copper edge into 10G uplinks without pushing the platform outside its documented MS250 forwarding design. 130.9 Mpps forwarding rate is derived from the documented switching capacity where a published forwarding figure is unavailable, giving buyers a line-rate reference for bid comparison. 740W PoE budget supports planned allocation across powered access devices rather than unrestricted maximum draw on every port. OSPF routing places local VLAN movement, routed uplinks, and branch Layer 3 control inside the switch configuration, alongside IPv4/IPv6 ACLs, 802.1Q VLAN tagging, 802.1X, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, Broadcast Storm Control, SNMP, syslog, and warm spare operation. MS250-48FP-HW also includes a dedicated management interface, fixed internal fan operation, dual hot-swappable power supply support, and optional 1025W supplies documented for this model. Remote packet capture and automatic firmware upgrades support troubleshooting without relying on local console access. The -5°C to 50°C operating range suits restricted-access equipment rooms and wiring closets with controlled airflow.

At the enterprise access or branch office tier, MS250-48FP-HW connects IP phones, cameras, wireless access points, printers, and workstations, then hands traffic northbound through fixed fiber uplinks. Physical stacking supports up to eight like-model Meraki switches, and the 1U rack format lets teams scale port groups across standard wiring cabinets while retaining the dashboard-led management pattern. ORM Systems supplies this switch in new and certified refurbished condition, tests refurbished units for copper port operation, SFP+ recognition, PoE delivery, power supply health, and Dashboard readiness, then aligns accessories such as transceivers, power cords, licenses, and stack cables. For projects replacing existing MS250 hardware, matched model sourcing helps preserve port templates, rack layouts, and operating procedures already built around the series. Request a quote for unit pricing, multi-site quantities, and compatible spares; enterprise and volume buyers get sourcing support for staged rollouts, spare-pool replenishment, and like-for-like MS250 fleet expansion.

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MS250-48FP-HW Specifications

Product Type
Network Switch
Manufacturer Part Number
MS250-48FP-HW
Brand
Cisco
Series
Cisco Meraki MS250 series
Use Case
Enterprise Access / Branch Office
Management Type
Managed
Software Image
Meraki Dashboard
Layer
Layer 3
Ethernet Technology
Gigabit Ethernet
Port Count
52 Ports
Power Source
AC
RJ-45 Ports
48 x 1GbE
SFP+ Ports
4 x 10GbE
Uplink Type
Fixed
PoE Support
PoE+
PoE Port Count
48 PoE Ports
PoE Budget
740W
Switching Capacity
176 Gbps
Stacked Switching Capacity
80 Gbps
Media Type Supported
Twisted Pair / Fiber
Forwarding Rate
130.9 Mpps
Stackable
Yes - max 8 Units
Form Factor
Rack-Mount 1U
Rack Units
1U
Input Voltage
100-240V AC
Power Consumption
882W
Redundant PSU
Yes
Operating Temperature
-5°C to 50°C
Height
44 mm
Width
485 mm
Depth
519 mm
Weight
5.82 kg

MS250-48FP-HW Use Case

Powered Access Closet Edge

MS250-48FP-HW sits in an access closet and terminates copper runs from phones, cameras, access points, printers, and workstations on 48 1GbE RJ-45 ports. The 740W PoE budget powers dense endpoint groups from the same switch, while 4 10G SFP+ uplinks carry aggregated traffic toward distribution. Engineers configure VLANs, 802.1X access control, QoS, DHCP snooping, and ACL policy in Meraki Dashboard. The result is a high-density powered edge with centralized policy and fewer separate power injectors.

Routed Branch Distribution Point

MS250-48FP-HW operates as a routed access or small distribution point where endpoint VLANs require local Layer 3 handling before traffic moves upstream. The switch presents 48 gigabit access ports, routes local VLAN traffic, and participates in OSPF-based designs through the Meraki Dashboard configuration model. Its 4 10G SFP+ interfaces connect to upstream switching, firewalls, or aggregation links. The result is reduced dependence on upstream routing for local VLAN movement and clearer control of branch traffic paths.

Stacked Access Expansion Block

Multiple MS250-48FP-HW switches form a physical access stack through the dedicated stack ports and provide up to 80Gbps stacking bandwidth across the closet. Each member adds 48 gigabit copper ports, 740W PoE capacity, and 4 10G SFP+ uplinks for planned northbound connectivity. Engineers standardize stack cabling, power supply layout, VLAN templates, port profiles, and firmware behavior through Meraki Dashboard. The result is expanded access density under one operational view with consistent configuration across repeated switch members.

Product Comparison Table

Cisco Meraki MS250 Layer 3 Managed PoE+ Switch, 48x 1G RJ-45, 4x 10G SFP+ Uplinks, 740WMS250-48FP-HWCisco Meraki MS225 Stackable Cloud Managed PoE+ Switch, 48x Gigabit Ethernet, 4x 10G SFP+, 740WMS225-48FP-HWCisco Meraki MS425 Aggregation Switch, 16x 10G SFP+, 2x 40G QSFP+ Uplinks, Layer 3MS425-16-HWCisco Meraki MS450 Aggregation Switch, 12x 40G QSFP+, 2x 100G QSFP28 Uplinks, Layer 3MS450-12-HWCisco Meraki MS390 Cloud Managed PoE+ Switch, 48x 1G RJ-45, 740W PoE, StackableMS390-48P-HW
Depth519 mm340 mm487 mm478.8 mm449 mm
Ethernet TechnologyGigabit EthernetGigabit Ethernet / 10 Gigabit Ethernet10 Gigabit Ethernet40 Gigabit EthernetGigabit Ethernet
Form FactorRack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1U
Height44 mm43.8 mm44 mm43.7 mm44 mm
Manufacturer Part NumberMS250-48FP-HWMS225-48FP-HWMS425-16-HWMS450-12-HWMS390-48P-HW
Media Type SupportedTwisted Pair / FiberTwisted Pair / FiberFiberFiberTwisted Pair / Fiber
Power Consumption882W882W136W138W555W
Power SourceACACACACAC
Product TypeNetwork SwitchNetwork SwitchNetwork SwitchNetwork SwitchNetwork Switch
Rack Units1U1U1U1U1U
Switching Capacity176 Gbps176 Gbps480 Gbps1.36 Tbps256 Gbps
Weight5.82 kg4.37 kg6.2 kg6.26 kg7.59 kg
Width485 mm484.6 mm484 mm484.6 mm445 mm

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What is Cisco Meraki MS250-48FP-HW?

Cisco Meraki MS250-48FP-HW is a cloud-managed Layer 3 PoE+ access switch for branch and small campus networks. It provides 48 1GbE RJ-45 ports, 4 10GbE SFP+ uplinks, 740W PoE/PoE+ capacity, dual hot-swap power supply support, and physical stacking through dedicated stack ports.

What does the MS250-48FP-HW model number mean?

MS250-48FP-HW identifies a Cisco Meraki MS250 series hardware switch with 48 gigabit Ethernet access ports and the full 740W PoE budget option. The FP designation separates it from lower-power models such as MS250-48LP-HW, while HW indicates the physical switch hardware rather than a license.

What hardware type is MS250-48FP-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW is a rack-mountable Ethernet access switch, not a router, firewall, wireless access point, or license. It sits at the wired network edge, connects endpoint devices through 48 copper gigabit ports, delivers PoE+ power, and uplinks traffic through 10G SFP+ interfaces.

Where does MS250-48FP-HW sit in the Meraki switch lineup?

MS250-48FP-HW sits in the Cisco Meraki MS250 cloud-managed stackable access switch family. It is positioned above 24-port and lower-power 48-port MS250 variants by combining 48 access ports with 740W PoE/PoE+, Layer 3 switching, OSPF support, 10G uplinks, and 80Gbps physical stacking.

How many ports does MS250-48FP-HW have?

MS250-48FP-HW has 48 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 access ports and 4 1000/10000 Mbps SFP+ uplink interfaces. The copper ports serve endpoint connections such as phones, cameras, access points, printers, and workstations, while the SFP+ interfaces connect the access switch to distribution or core switching.

What switching capacity does MS250-48FP-HW support?

MS250-48FP-HW supports 176Gbps switching capacity according to the Cisco Meraki MS250 technical breakdown. This capacity matches other 48-port MS250 models and suits access-layer designs where many 1GbE endpoints aggregate into 10GbE SFP+ uplinks without forcing immediate chassis-class switching.

Does MS250-48FP-HW support PoE and PoE+?

Yes, MS250-48FP-HW supports PoE and PoE+ with a 740W power budget. That makes it suitable for dense powered access deployments using IP phones, wireless access points, surveillance cameras, and other 802.3af or 802.3at endpoint devices, provided the total powered-device load is planned within the available budget.

Is MS250-48FP-HW a Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch?

MS250-48FP-HW is a Layer 3 cloud-managed switch. Cisco Meraki lists Layer 3 switching support, including OSPF, along with common access switching features such as 802.1Q VLAN tagging, IPv4/IPv6 ACL support, 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, and broadcast storm control.

How is MS250-48FP-HW managed?

MS250-48FP-HW is managed through the Cisco Meraki Dashboard rather than a traditional CLI-first workflow. The Dashboard handles configuration, firmware updates, monitoring, remote packet capture, port settings, VLANs, Layer 3 routing, switch stack creation, SNMP integration, and syslog integration from the Meraki cloud management plane.

Does MS250-48FP-HW support stacking?

Yes, MS250-48FP-HW includes 2 dedicated hardware stack ports and supports up to 80Gbps stacking bandwidth. Stacking cables are sold separately, so buyers planning multi-switch closets should include compatible Meraki stacking cables in the bill of materials along with the switch and required licensing.

What is MS250-48FP-HW used for?

MS250-48FP-HW is used for powered access switching where a wiring closet needs 48 gigabit copper ports, 10G uplinks, Layer 3 routing, and high PoE capacity. Typical endpoint mixes include phones, access points, cameras, badge readers, printers, and workstations that need centralized monitoring through Meraki Dashboard.

What size environment suits MS250-48FP-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW suits branch and small campus access networks that need high-density PoE+ at the edge. Its 48 RJ-45 ports, 740W PoE budget, 4 10G SFP+ uplinks, and 80Gbps stacking make it practical for closets where endpoint growth and uplink headroom both matter.

Is MS250-48FP-HW suitable for wireless access point deployments?

Yes, MS250-48FP-HW is suitable for wireless access point handoff where many APs require PoE or PoE+. The 740W PoE budget supports denser powered access designs than 370W MS250 variants, while the 10G SFP+ uplinks help carry aggregated wireless traffic toward distribution switching.

Can MS250-48FP-HW support routed access designs?

MS250-48FP-HW supports routed access designs through Layer 3 switching and OSPF. Network teams use it where access closets need VLAN gateways, local routing, ACL enforcement, and 10G uplinks into the wider campus or branch topology while retaining Meraki cloud-based operational control.

What platform is required to manage MS250-48FP-HW?

Cisco Meraki Dashboard is required to manage MS250-48FP-HW. The switch is claimed into a Dashboard organization, added to a Dashboard network, connected to the local network, and then configured for ports, VLANs, routing, firmware, monitoring, and stack membership through the Meraki management platform.

Which SFP+ modules work with MS250-48FP-HW uplinks?

MS250-48FP-HW uses 4 SFP+ uplink interfaces for 1G or 10G fiber connectivity. Common Meraki transceiver options include MA-SFP-10GB-SR for short-reach 10G multimode fiber, MA-SFP-10GB-LR for 10G single-mode fiber, and 1G SFP options such as MA-SFP-1GB-SX or MA-SFP-1GB-LX10.

Which stacking accessories are used with MS250-48FP-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW uses dedicated Meraki stacking cables for physical stack links. Compatible MS250 stack planning commonly includes Meraki 40G stacking cable options such as MA-CBL-40G-50CM, MA-CBL-40G-1M, or MA-CBL-40G-3M, selected according to rack spacing and switch placement.

Which network standards and protocols does MS250-48FP-HW support?

MS250-48FP-HW supports common enterprise access standards including 10/100/1000BASE-T copper Ethernet, 10G SFP+ uplinks, 802.1Q VLAN tagging, 802.1X authentication, IPv4/IPv6 ACLs, SNMP, syslog, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, broadcast storm control, and Layer 3 switching with OSPF.

How does MS250-48FP-HW compare with MS250-48LP-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW and MS250-48LP-HW both provide 48 1GbE RJ-45 ports, 4 10G SFP+ uplinks, Layer 3 switching, OSPF support, 80Gbps stacking, and dual hot-swap power supply support. The main difference is PoE budget: MS250-48FP-HW provides 740W, while MS250-48LP-HW provides 370W.

How does MS250-48FP-HW compare with MS250-48-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW adds PoE/PoE+ power to the 48-port MS250 platform, while MS250-48-HW is the non-PoE 48-port model. Both have 48 1GbE ports, 4 10G SFP+ uplinks, Layer 3 switching, and 80Gbps stacking, but MS250-48FP-HW fits powered endpoints.

How does MS250-48FP-HW compare with MS250-24P-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW provides 48 1GbE RJ-45 ports and 740W PoE, while MS250-24P-HW provides 24 1GbE ports and 370W PoE. Both include 4 10G SFP+ uplinks, Layer 3 switching, OSPF support, hardware stacking, and Meraki Dashboard management.

How does MS250-48FP-HW compare with MS225-48FP-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW offers a higher Layer 3 feature position than MS225-48FP-HW. Both models provide 48 1GbE ports, 4 10G SFP+ uplinks, 740W PoE, and 80Gbps stacking, but MS250-48FP-HW adds Layer 3 switching with OSPF and dual hot-swap power supply support.

What is the price of MS250-48FP-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW price varies by condition, license requirements, quantity, and sourcing route. ORM Systems quotes the switch for new, refurbished, and bulk procurement requests where available, so buyers comparing Cisco Meraki MS250-48FP-HW price should include hardware condition, required accessories, and Meraki licensing in the request.

Is MS250-48FP-HW available new or refurbished?

MS250-48FP-HW may be available through new surplus, refurbished, or channel-sourced inventory depending on market supply. Refurbished availability is especially relevant for mature Meraki hardware projects, spares, and like-for-like replacements where the installed network already uses MS250 switches and matching stack behavior is required.

Can MS250-48FP-HW be ordered in bulk?

Yes, MS250-48FP-HW is suitable for bulk ordering when multiple access closets, replacement projects, or standardized Meraki deployments need the same 48-port PoE+ switch. ORM Systems supports volume pricing requests and can align quantities with accessories such as stacking cables, SFP+ transceivers, licenses, and spare power supplies.

What is the lifecycle status of MS250-48FP-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW belongs to the mature Cisco Meraki MS250 family, so buyers should verify current Cisco lifecycle status during procurement. For replacement planning, lifecycle checks should include hardware availability, remaining support dates, Meraki license compatibility, and whether a newer Meraki-managed Cisco switching platform better fits long-term standardization.

What lead time should buyers expect for MS250-48FP-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW lead time depends on condition, required quantity, location, and whether accessories are ordered with the switch. Refurbished or surplus units often depend on live market availability, while larger orders require inventory confirmation for matched quantities, compatible power supplies, stacking cables, optics, and Meraki licensing.

What warranty is available for MS250-48FP-HW from ORM Systems?

ORM Systems offers warranty options for MS250-48FP-HW based on product condition, source, and quotation terms. Buyers should include required warranty duration in the purchase request, especially when the switch is being used for production access closets, spares coverage, or replacement of existing Cisco Meraki MS250 hardware.

Are refurbished MS250-48FP-HW switches tested before dispatch?

Refurbished MS250-48FP-HW units from ORM Systems are tested before dispatch according to the quoted refurbishment and warranty process. Practical checks focus on physical condition, port functionality, power operation, SFP+ uplink recognition, management readiness, and overall suitability for reuse in Cisco Meraki access switching environments.

What certifications or standards matter for MS250-48FP-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW buyers should focus on supported networking and power standards such as 1000BASE-T Ethernet, 10G SFP+ uplinks, PoE/PoE+, 802.1Q VLAN tagging, 802.1X authentication, SNMP, syslog, IPv4/IPv6 ACLs, DHCP snooping, and OSPF-based Layer 3 switching within the Meraki Dashboard ecosystem.

How is MS250-48FP-HW configured for first use?

MS250-48FP-HW is first claimed into a Cisco Meraki Dashboard organization, added to a Dashboard network, connected to upstream Internet access, powered on, and allowed to check in. After that, administrators configure switch ports, VLANs, Layer 3 routing, firmware behavior, stack settings, and monitoring from Dashboard.

Does MS250-48FP-HW require a Meraki license?

Yes, MS250-48FP-HW requires an active Cisco Meraki license for Dashboard management and normal Meraki cloud operation. Buyers should include the correct MS250 switch license term with hardware procurement or confirm that the target Dashboard organization already has suitable licensing capacity for the device being added.

What accessories should be considered with MS250-48FP-HW?

MS250-48FP-HW accessory planning should include Meraki licensing, SFP or SFP+ transceivers, fiber patch leads, stacking cables, suitable power cords, rack mounting hardware, and any spare power supply requirements. Stacking cables are not included with the switch, so stacked closet designs need those cables specified separately.

Where can buyers purchase MS250-48FP-HW in the UK?

Buyers can purchase MS250-48FP-HW in the UK through ORM Systems for Cisco Meraki hardware sourcing, refurbished availability, and bulk quotation support. A complete request should include quantity, preferred condition, license requirement, delivery location, accessory needs, and whether the switch is for expansion, replacement, or spares.

Does ORM Systems ship MS250-48FP-HW internationally?

ORM Systems supports international procurement requests for MS250-48FP-HW subject to availability, destination, export requirements, and shipping method. International buyers should specify delivery country, quantity, required condition, license needs, and accessory list so the quote can reflect freight, lead time, and any documentation requirements.