About the MS120-48-HW
With 48 10/100/1000 RJ-45 ports and four 1G SFP uplinks, the MS120-48-HW is the largest MS120 without PoE. Switching capacity is 104 Gbps in one rack unit, and it is managed from the Meraki Dashboard.
The power supply is internal and fixed. Without PoE to deliver, the switch draws 16 W idle and 36 W at most.
For PoE on all 48 ports, the MS120-48LP-HW has a 370 W budget and the MS120-48FP-HW has 740 W. The MS120-24-HW is the 24-port version without PoE.
What’s included
- MS120-48-HW switch with 48 1G copper ports and four 1G SFP uplinks
- Internal, fixed power supply
Sold separately
- SFP modules for the uplinks, such as MA-SFP-1GB-SX or MA-SFP-1GB-TX; all options are under Compatible parts below
Not sure which model fits? Call (984) 225-1600 or request a quote and we’ll answer the same business day.
MS120-48-HW specifications
| Downlink ports | 48× 10/100/1000 RJ45 |
|---|---|
| Uplink ports | 4× 1G SFP |
| PoE budget | None (no PoE) |
| Switching capacity | 104 Gbps |
| Power supply | Internal, fixed |
| Form factor | 1U rack mount; 1.73 x 17.32 x 10 in (4.4 x 44 x 25 cm) (H × W × D); 8.97 lb (4.06 kg) |
| Management | Meraki Dashboard |
| Power draw (idle / max) | 16 / 36 W |
Compare Meraki MS120 models
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| Model | Ports | Uplinks | PoE budget | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS120-48-HW this page | 48× 10/100/1000 RJ45 | 4× 1G SFP | None | $750.00 |
| MS120-24P-HW | 24× 10/100/1000 RJ45 | 4× 1G SFP | 370 W | $390.00 · In stock |
| MS120-8FP-HW | 8× 10/100/1000 RJ45 | 2× 1G SFP | 124 W | $355.00 · In stock |
| MS120-8-HW | 8× 10/100/1000 RJ45 | 2× 1G SFP | None | $300.00 · In stock |
| MS120-8LP-HW | 8× 10/100/1000 RJ45 | 2× 1G SFP | 67 W | $451.00 |
| MS120-24-HW | 24× 10/100/1000 RJ45 | 4× 1G SFP | None | $835.00 · In stock |
| MS120-48LP-HW | 48× 10/100/1000 RJ45 | 4× 1G SFP | 370 W | $550.00 |
| MS120-48FP-HW | 48× 10/100/1000 RJ45 | 4× 1G SFP | 740 W | $1,140.00 |
Compatible parts
| Transceivers | ||
|---|---|---|
| MA-SFP-1GB-LX10 | 1 GbE SFP LX10 single-mode fiber module, 1000BASE-LX10, 10 km | $170.00 |
| MA-SFP-1GB-SX | 1 GbE SFP SX multimode fiber module, 1000BASE-SX | $252.69 |
| MA-SFP-1GB-TX | 1 GbE SFP RJ45 copper module, 1000BASE-T, 100 m | $219.49 |
Common questions
Is there a PoE version of the MS120-48-HW?
Two. The MS120-48LP-HW has a 370 W PoE budget and the MS120-48FP-HW has 740 W, both with the same 48 ports and four SFP uplinks.
Can the uplinks use copper?
Yes. The MA-SFP-1GB-TX is a 1G RJ-45 copper SFP module for runs up to 100 m.

