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Meraki Firewall

Meraki Firewall solutions are the ideal appliances for securing your network edge. Managed from the convenient Meraki cloud dashboard, a Meraki firewall gives unique visibility of your users and traffic, making it the preferred choice for UK businesses seeking robust cyber security.

Cisco Meraki Firewall is a solution from Cisco. Cisco networking is the market leader in enterprise networks. Cisco Meraki firewall models are available for networks of all sizes, from small business to large enterprise, and we are a leading Cisco Partner in the UK ready to assist with your deployment.

Upgrade your Meraki next-gen firewall with the optional Meraki Advanced Security license to add advanced Cisco Meraki security for your networks. This comprehensive protection is vital for compliance and data security.

This includes Meraki Content Filtering, Meraki Advanced Malware Protection, and Meraki Intrusion Prevention to defend against sophisticated threats.

To buy Meraki MX, to ask us about Meraki security appliance setup, or for anything else - contact us today.

Meraki Firewall Family Overview

Firewall Family Performance / Scale Ideal Deployment
Desktop Series »
(MX67, MX68, MX75) 		Up to 1 Gbps FW
50 - 200 Users		 Small Branch, Retail, Home Office
Rack Mount Series »
(MX85 - MX450) 		Up to 6 Gbps FW
250 - 10,000+ Users		 Campus Edge, HQ, Data Centre
Virtual Series (vMX) »
(AWS, Azure, Google) 		Up to 1 Gbps VPN
Cloud-Based		 SD-WAN Extension to Public Cloud

Table of Contents

Meraki Router

Meraki Router devices, or 'security appliances', provide the standard functionality that you would expect from an enterprise-class router, but with the visibility and control provided by the Meraki dashboard.

Every Meraki router serves as the hardware foundation for the powerful Meraki SD-WAN capabilities. This allows you to replace multiple legacy edge devices with a single unified device that handles routing, security, and WAN optimization simultaneously.

Choosing a Cisco Meraki router also means you are getting a Cisco networking solution, which is #1 on the market for enterprise networks. There are even several Cisco Meraki WiFi router options for branch offices that require integrated wireless coverage.

For Meraki router price - cost - or license information please contact us. We also offer additional services such as Cisco Meraki router configuration and Meraki router setup to ensure your ISP redundancy and failover work perfectly.

See the Meraki Dashboard in Action

The real power of Cisco Meraki isn't just the hardware—it's the cloud management platform. The Meraki Dashboard allows you to manage your entire network (Firewalls, Switches, WiFi, and Cameras) from a single "pane of glass," without the need for complex command-line interfaces.

Don't just take our word for it. Book a live, engineer-led demo with us to see:

  • Layer 7 Visibility: See how the dashboard instantly identifies exactly which applications and users are consuming network resources.
  • Instant Troubleshooting: Discover how you can diagnose remote worker issues or WiFi problems in seconds, not hours.
  • One-Click Security: Watch how easily you can block malicious countries or restrict content categories across your entire estate.

We can tailor the walkthrough to your specific business challenges. Contact our team today to schedule your 15-minute dashboard tour.

Meraki Advanced Security Licensing

Meraki Advanced Security is a licensing upgrade available for Meraki firewall security appliances. It transforms your standard gateway into a Unified Threat Management (UTM) device, which is essential for modern compliance standards.

If you are unsure about Meraki advanced security license vs enterprise, the main things that the Cisco Meraki MX Advanced Security license adds to your Meraki Firewall are as follows:

Intrusion Prevention - protects against security threats and vulnerabilities
Content Filtering - protects against malicious or inappropriate web content
Cisco AMP (Advanced Malware Protection) - protects against Malware

We also have an MSSP (Managed Security Services Provider) agreement to sell Cisco Umbrella Insights, so we can provide Meraki MX Umbrella Integration for DNS-layer protection.

Contact us for information on Meraki MX license comparison and Meraki MX Advanced Security license pricing.

Meraki MX License Comparison

Feature / Capability Enterprise License Advanced Security License Secure SD-WAN Plus License
Best For VPN Hubs / Basic Routing Internet Edge / UTM Security SaaS Analytics / Critical Apps
Stateful Firewall ✔ Included ✔ Included ✔ Included
Auto VPN & SD-WAN ✔ Basic SD-WAN ✔ Basic SD-WAN ✔ Advanced SD-WAN
Intrusion Prevention (IPS) ✘ Not Available ✔ Included (Cisco Snort) ✔ Included (Cisco Snort)
Malware Protection (AMP) ✘ Not Available ✔ Included ✔ Included
Content Filtering ✘ Not Available ✔ Included ✔ Included
Meraki Insight Analytics ✘ Not Available ✘ Add-on Required ✔ Included
Smart SaaS Quality (QoE) ✘ Not Available ✘ Not Available ✔ Included

*Note: The Secure SD-WAN Plus license bundles the "Meraki Insight" product, giving you deep visibility into slow web apps and VoIP performance.

Meraki Insight

Meraki Insight licensing is also available. Insight from Meraki provides network traffic analytics to help you monitor your WAN links and web application performance from your Meraki Firewall. This is essential for troubleshooting VoIP phone system quality and SaaS application speed.

Meraki Insight cost information is dependent on Meraki Insight sizing and is available upon request, please contact us for more information.

Meraki VPN

Meraki VPN provides several options. Firstly, Meraki client VPN allows secure and encrypted connectivity for remote workers to access your network. Meraki VPN Active Directory authentication is supported, which makes Meraki setup for client VPN much easier. For managed corporate devices, this can be automated via Mobile Device Management (MDM).

Secondly, you also get secure site to site VPN Meraki functionality for connecting multiple physical sites together, and also the option of Meraki VPN to Azure. Meraki auto VPN provides the seamless and resilient connectivity required for Meraki SD-WAN deployments, allowing non Meraki VPN peers to connect to your Meraki networks.

If you would like more information or require assistance with how to setup Meraki VPN, such as Meraki setup client VPN, or Meraki VPN configuration, please contact us.

meraki firewall

Meraki MX Range

Meraki MX is the model designation for Meraki security appliances which are is the official name for the Meraki MX firewall units.

The current Meraki MX range of Meraki MX firewall models includes different models for different needs. Some units support Meraki SFP for connectivity flexibility, allowing for direct connection to your internet leased line provider.

In case you are searching for it, the Meraki MX default password is blank with the device serial number as the username.

We have provided information below, however please contact us for help with choosing the best Meraki MX appliance for your needs.

Ask us to compare Meraki MX devices, and provide Meraki MX license cost information.

Cisco Meraki Desktop Firewalls

Designed for small business branches, retail locations, and space-constrained environments, the Meraki desktop firewall range packs enterprise security into a compact form factor.

These appliances are perfect for sites without a dedicated server room or data cabinet. Despite their small size, models like the MX67, MX68, and MX75 deliver the full suite of Meraki features found on the larger appliances, with optional integrated WiFi and LTE to simplify your branch stack.

Quick Comparison: Meraki Desktop Models

Feature Meraki MX67 Meraki MX68 Meraki MX75
Product Code (SKU) MX67-HW MX68-HW MX75-HW
Recommended Use Small Retail / Home Office Office with VoIP / WiFi Performance Branch (Fibre)
Max Users 50 Users 50 Users 200 Users
Stateful Firewall Throughput 450 Mbps 450 Mbps 1 Gbps
Advanced Security Throughput* 300 Mbps 300 Mbps 750 Mbps
VPN Throughput 200 Mbps 200 Mbps 500 Mbps
Key Interface GbE Copper (RJ45) 2x PoE+ Ports SFP Fibre Ports

*Advanced Security Throughput includes AMP (Malware Protection) and IPS enabled.

Meraki MX Desktop License SKUs

Model & License Edition 1 Year 3 Years 5 Years 7 Years 10 Years
MX67 Enterprise LIC-MX67-ENT-1YR LIC-MX67-ENT-3YR LIC-MX67-ENT-5YR LIC-MX67-ENT-7YR LIC-MX67-ENT-10YR
MX67 Advanced Security LIC-MX67-SEC-1YR LIC-MX67-SEC-3YR LIC-MX67-SEC-5YR LIC-MX67-SEC-7YR LIC-MX67-SEC-10YR
MX67 Secure SD-WAN Plus LIC-MX67-SDW-1YR LIC-MX67-SDW-3YR LIC-MX67-SDW-5YR LIC-MX67-SDW-7YR LIC-MX67-SDW-10YR
MX68 Enterprise LIC-MX68-ENT-1YR LIC-MX68-ENT-3YR LIC-MX68-ENT-5YR LIC-MX68-ENT-7YR LIC-MX68-ENT-10YR
MX68 Advanced Security LIC-MX68-SEC-1YR LIC-MX68-SEC-3YR LIC-MX68-SEC-5YR LIC-MX68-SEC-7YR LIC-MX68-SEC-10YR
MX68 Secure SD-WAN Plus LIC-MX68-SDW-1YR LIC-MX68-SDW-3YR LIC-MX68-SDW-5YR LIC-MX68-SDW-7YR LIC-MX68-SDW-10YR
MX75 Enterprise LIC-MX75-ENT-1YR LIC-MX75-ENT-3YR LIC-MX75-ENT-5YR LIC-MX75-ENT-7YR LIC-MX75-ENT-10YR
MX75 Advanced Security LIC-MX75-SEC-1YR LIC-MX75-SEC-3YR LIC-MX75-SEC-5YR LIC-MX75-SEC-7YR LIC-MX75-SEC-10YR
MX75 Secure SD-WAN Plus LIC-MX75-SDW-1YR LIC-MX75-SDW-3YR LIC-MX75-SDW-5YR LIC-MX75-SDW-7YR LIC-MX75-SDW-10YR

Meraki MX67 (Small Branch)

Meraki MX67 is recommended for small branches for up to 50 users, just like the MX64. However, the Cisco Meraki MX67 is more powerful, delivering up to 450 Mbps of stateful firewall throughput. This makes it ideal for retail locations and small offices running cloud POS systems.

Like the MX64W there is an MX67W unit with simple integrated WiFi. However, unlike the MX64 the MX67 Meraki range also offers a model with an integrated LTE modem called the MX67C, perfect for cellular backup.

Contact us for information about Cisco Meraki MX67 price or Meraki MX67 license options.​

Meraki MX68 (Higher port count)

Meraki MX68 is the replacement for the MX65. Cisco Meraki MX68 is recommended for small office or branch locations with up to 50 clients that require more physical ports.

There is also a Meraki MX68W with integrated WiFi, and a Meraki MX68CW which includes both an integrated LTE modem and integrated WiFi.

Meraki MX68 specs include 2x GbE (WAN) + 10x GbE LAN (2 PoE+) + 1 USB 3G/4G failover. The PoE ports allow you to power devices like Cisco VoIP phones or WiFi Access Points directly from the firewall. Other than having extra ports, the unit is rated for identical throughput to the MX67.

Please contact us for Meraki MX68 price information or our Meraki MX68 setup services.

Meraki MX75 (Performance desktop model)

Meraki MX75 is the high-performance desktop appliance that bridges the gap between small branch and enterprise models. It is ideal for sites with up to 200 users that require faster fibre leased line speeds but do not have a dedicated server rack.

The Cisco Meraki MX75 offers significantly higher throughput than the MX68, delivering up to 1Gbps of stateful firewall performance. It also includes 2x SFP ports for direct fibre WAN connectivity, which is a key upgrade over smaller models.

If you are looking for Meraki MX75 specs or want to know if this model fits your office bandwidth requirements, please contact us. We can also provide the latest Meraki MX75 price and license options.

Cisco Meraki Rack Mount Firewalls

Moving up from the desktop range, the Meraki rack mount firewalls are designed for medium to large enterprise deployments. These 1U appliances install directly into standard data cabinets and are engineered for high-bandwidth sites requiring 1Gbps throughput and beyond.

The following models (MX85 through MX450) feature versatile SFP and SFP+ fibre connectivity, making them ideal for modern leased lines and campus aggregation.

Quick Comparison: Meraki Rack Mount Models

Feature Meraki MX85 Meraki MX95 Meraki MX105 Meraki MX250 Meraki MX450
Product Code (SKU) MX85-HW MX95-HW MX105-HW MX250-HW MX450-HW
Best For Medium Branch Campus Edge Large Campus HQ / VPN Hub Data Centre
Max Users 250 Users 500 Users 750 Users 2,000 Users 10,000 Users
Stateful Firewall Throughput 1 Gbps 2 Gbps 3 Gbps 4 Gbps 6 Gbps
Advanced Security Throughput* 750 Mbps 1 Gbps 1.5 Gbps 2 Gbps 4 Gbps
VPN Throughput 750 Mbps 800 Mbps 1 Gbps 1 Gbps 2 Gbps
Key Interface 2x SFP (1G) 2x SFP+ (10G) 2x SFP+ (10G) SFP+ & 10G Copper High Density SFP+

*Advanced Security Throughput includes AMP (Malware Protection) and IPS enabled.

Meraki MX Rack Mount License SKUs

Model & License Edition 1 Year 3 Years 5 Years 7 Years 10 Years
MX85 Enterprise LIC-MX85-ENT-1YR LIC-MX85-ENT-3YR LIC-MX85-ENT-5YR LIC-MX85-ENT-7YR LIC-MX85-ENT-10YR
MX85 Advanced Security LIC-MX85-SEC-1YR LIC-MX85-SEC-3YR LIC-MX85-SEC-5YR LIC-MX85-SEC-7YR LIC-MX85-SEC-10YR
MX85 Secure SD-WAN Plus LIC-MX85-SDW-1YR LIC-MX85-SDW-3YR LIC-MX85-SDW-5YR LIC-MX85-SDW-7YR LIC-MX85-SDW-10YR
MX95 Enterprise LIC-MX95-ENT-1YR LIC-MX95-ENT-3YR LIC-MX95-ENT-5YR LIC-MX95-ENT-7YR LIC-MX95-ENT-10YR
MX95 Advanced Security LIC-MX95-SEC-1YR LIC-MX95-SEC-3YR LIC-MX95-SEC-5YR LIC-MX95-SEC-7YR LIC-MX95-SEC-10YR
MX95 Secure SD-WAN Plus LIC-MX95-SDW-1YR LIC-MX95-SDW-3YR LIC-MX95-SDW-5YR LIC-MX95-SDW-7YR LIC-MX95-SDW-10YR
MX105 Enterprise LIC-MX105-ENT-1YR LIC-MX105-ENT-3YR LIC-MX105-ENT-5YR LIC-MX105-ENT-7YR LIC-MX105-ENT-10YR
MX105 Advanced Security LIC-MX105-SEC-1YR LIC-MX105-SEC-3YR LIC-MX105-SEC-5YR LIC-MX105-SEC-7YR LIC-MX105-SEC-10YR
MX105 Secure SD-WAN Plus LIC-MX105-SDW-1YR LIC-MX105-SDW-3YR LIC-MX105-SDW-5YR LIC-MX105-SDW-7YR LIC-MX105-SDW-10YR
MX250 Enterprise LIC-MX250-ENT-1YR LIC-MX250-ENT-3YR LIC-MX250-ENT-5YR LIC-MX250-ENT-7YR LIC-MX250-ENT-10YR
MX250 Advanced Security LIC-MX250-SEC-1YR LIC-MX250-SEC-3YR LIC-MX250-SEC-5YR LIC-MX250-SEC-7YR LIC-MX250-SEC-10YR
MX250 Secure SD-WAN Plus LIC-MX250-SDW-1YR LIC-MX250-SDW-3YR LIC-MX250-SDW-5YR LIC-MX250-SDW-7YR LIC-MX250-SDW-10YR
MX450 Enterprise LIC-MX450-ENT-1YR LIC-MX450-ENT-3YR LIC-MX450-ENT-5YR LIC-MX450-ENT-7YR LIC-MX450-ENT-10YR
MX450 Advanced Security LIC-MX450-SEC-1YR LIC-MX450-SEC-3YR LIC-MX450-SEC-5YR LIC-MX450-SEC-7YR LIC-MX450-SEC-10YR
MX450 Secure SD-WAN Plus LIC-MX450-SDW-1YR LIC-MX450-SDW-3YR LIC-MX450-SDW-5YR LIC-MX450-SDW-7YR LIC-MX450-SDW-10YR

Meraki MX85 (Entry rackmount model)

Meraki MX85 is the entry-level 1U rack-mount firewall in the current generation. It is the direct successor to the legacy MX84, offering improved throughput and port density for branches with up to 250 users.

Cisco Meraki MX85 ports include 2x SFP ports for WAN connectivity and 8x GbE RJ45 LAN ports. It provides 1Gbps of firewall throughput and 750 Mbps of VPN throughput, making it a robust upgrade for business-critical sites using Meraki SD-WAN.

Upgrading from an older unit? We can help compare the Meraki MX85 vs MX84 to justify your refresh. Contact us for Meraki MX85 cost and stock availability.

Meraki MX95 (Campus Edge)

Meraki MX95 is designed for medium-to-large campus deployments supporting up to 500 users. It is the modern replacement for the MX100, bringing 10GbE connectivity to the mid-market.

The standout feature of the Cisco Meraki MX95 is the inclusion of 2x 10GbE SFP+ WAN ports, allowing your business to utilise ultra-fast leased lines and internet circuits. It handles 2Gbps of stateful firewall throughput, ensuring security features do not become a bottleneck.

For high-availability designs, two units can be paired easily. Ask us about Meraki MX95 price breaks and Meraki MX95 license durations for your headquarters.

Meraki MX105 (High performance rackmount)

Meraki MX105 serves large enterprise branches and campus edges with up to 750 users. It shares the same 1U rack-mount form factor as the MX95 but is tuned for higher capacity.

With massive 3Gbps firewall throughput and support for 10GbE fibre connections, the Meraki MX105 is built for bandwidth-heavy environments. It ensures that turning on features like IPS and Malware Protection does not slow down your user experience.

Contact our team for a bespoke Meraki MX105 quote or to discuss Meraki MX105 sizing for your specific network topology.

Meraki MX250 (VPN Concentrator)

Meraki MX250 is for large branch, campus and concentrator applications and is recommended for up to 2,000 clients. It is frequently deployed as a VPN concentrator at head offices, capable of handling 4Gbps of firewall traffic.

Meraki MX250 internet port connectivity is actually handled by 2x 10GbE SFP+ for high-speed WAN connectivity.

Meraki MX250 ports also include - 8x GbE (RJ45) + 8x GbE (SFP) + 8x 10GbE (SFP+) + 1x USB (3G/4G Failover)

For Meraki MX250 setup, Meraki MX250 license or Meraki MX250 price information, please contact us.

Meraki MX450 (Campus Core)

Meraki MX450 is designed for large branch, campus and concentrator applications intended for up to 10,000 users. Cisco Meraki MX450 firewall devices are the most powerful in the Meraki Firewall range, delivering 6Gbps of throughput.

For information on the Cisco Meraki MX450 appliance, including Meraki MX450 price information and options for the MX450 license cost - please contact us.

Meraki Z4 (Teleworker Appliance)

Meraki Z4 is the latest generation teleworker gateway designed for remote or home workers. It is a stateful Meraki Firewall that allows auto VPN connectivity to the office but keeps personal and corporate traffic separate. The Z4 now features WiFi 6 for faster wireless performance.

Meraki Z4C adds an optional integrated cellular modem (LTE) to the Meraki teleworker Z4 units, ensuring connectivity even if the primary home internet fails.

Meraki Z4 ports include 4x GbE LAN ports and 1x GbE WAN port. One of the LAN ports serves as a Meraki Z4 PoE port, which is useful for powering a VoIP telephone for remote workers without needing an extra power adapter.

Ask us for Meraki Z4 cost - Meraki Z4 price - or Meraki Z4 license information. We can also provide Cisco Meraki Z4 setup and support services. Contact us for more information.

Meraki vMX100 (Cloud/Azure/AWS)

Meraki vMX is a virtual instance of the Meraki security appliance, designed to extend your Meraki SD-WAN functionality to public clouds. It replaces the older VMX100 and provides seamless Auto VPN connectivity to services hosted in Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.

Meraki vMX setup is straightforward as it integrates directly into the cloud provider's marketplace. Once deployed, it acts as a hub for your physical MX sites, allowing secure access to cloud resources without complex VPN configurations.

There are different Meraki vMX license sizes available (Small, Medium, Large) depending on the throughput you require for your cloud connection.

For Meraki vMX price, license options, or assistance with Meraki vMX configuration in Azure or AWS, please contact us.

Meraki vMX License SKUs

Size & License Edition 1 Year 3 Years 5 Years 7 Years 10 Years
vMX Small Enterprise LIC-VMX-S-ENT-1Y LIC-VMX-S-ENT-3Y LIC-VMX-S-ENT-5Y LIC-VMX-S-ENT-7Y LIC-VMX-S-ENT-10Y
vMX Small Advanced Security LIC-VMX-S-SEC-1Y LIC-VMX-S-SEC-3Y LIC-VMX-S-SEC-5Y LIC-VMX-S-SEC-7Y LIC-VMX-S-SEC-10Y
vMX Small Secure SD-WAN Plus LIC-VMX-S-SDW-1Y LIC-VMX-S-SDW-3Y LIC-VMX-S-SDW-5Y LIC-VMX-S-SDW-7Y LIC-VMX-S-SDW-10Y
vMX Medium Enterprise LIC-VMX-M-ENT-1Y LIC-VMX-M-ENT-3Y LIC-VMX-M-ENT-5Y LIC-VMX-M-ENT-7Y LIC-VMX-M-ENT-10Y
vMX Medium Advanced Security LIC-VMX-M-SEC-1Y LIC-VMX-M-SEC-3Y LIC-VMX-M-SEC-5Y LIC-VMX-M-SEC-7Y LIC-VMX-M-SEC-10Y
vMX Medium Secure SD-WAN Plus LIC-VMX-M-SDW-1Y LIC-VMX-M-SDW-3Y LIC-VMX-M-SDW-5Y LIC-VMX-M-SDW-7Y LIC-VMX-M-SDW-10Y
vMX Large Enterprise LIC-VMX-L-ENT-1Y LIC-VMX-L-ENT-3Y LIC-VMX-L-ENT-5Y LIC-VMX-L-ENT-7Y LIC-VMX-L-ENT-10Y
vMX Large Advanced Security LIC-VMX-L-SEC-1Y LIC-VMX-L-SEC-3Y LIC-VMX-L-SEC-5Y LIC-VMX-L-SEC-7Y LIC-VMX-L-SEC-10Y
vMX Large Secure SD-WAN Plus LIC-VMX-L-SDW-1Y LIC-VMX-L-SDW-3Y LIC-VMX-L-SDW-5Y LIC-VMX-L-SDW-7Y LIC-VMX-L-SDW-10Y

Meraki Firewall Datasheet

To assist with your security planning, download our example firewall datasheet. It provides a breakdown of throughput speeds and security features, including how the MX appliance powers your Meraki SD-WAN connectivity and site-to-site VPNs.

Download Meraki Firewall Datasheet

Looking to complete your full stack network? Pair your MX Firewall with Cisco Meraki MS Switches for the LAN and Cisco Meraki MR Access Points for WiFi 6 coverage.

Meraki MX Security & Licensing FAQ

What is the primary difference between Enterprise and Advanced Security MX licenses?

The Enterprise license is designed for basic security and site-to-site VPN. The Advanced Security license adds Unified Threat Management (UTM) features including Snort-based IDS/IPS, Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP), and integrated content filtering to protect the network edge.

Does Meraki throughput drop when security features are enabled?

Yes. Enabling Advanced Security features (AMP and IPS) requires significant processing power. For example, the MX67 drops from 450 Mbps stateful throughput to roughly 300 Mbps with security features enabled. Always size your hardware based on the "Advanced Security Throughput" metric.

Can I mix Meraki license types in the same organization?

No. Meraki enforces a "co-termination" or uniform licensing model. All MX appliances in a single Meraki Organization must share the same license edition (e.g., all Enterprise or all Advanced Security).

What is the Meraki vMX used for?

The Meraki vMX is a virtual instance of the MX firewall designed for public clouds like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. It acts as an Auto VPN endpoint, allowing you to extend your SD-WAN fabric directly into your cloud VPCs.

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