Cloud Managed Security Appliance for Small Branch Networks
The Cisco Meraki MX68CW Security Appliance is ideal for organizations considering a Unified Threat Management (UTM) solution, for small branch networks. Since the MX is 100% cloud managed, installation and remote management is simple. The MX has a comprehensive suite of network services, eliminating the need for multiple appliances. These services include SD-WAN capabilities, application-based firewalling, content filtering*, web search filtering, SNORT® based intrusion detection and prevention*, Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP)*, 4G cellular failover and more.
*Content Filtering, SNORT® based intrusion detection and prevention and Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) features require Advanced Security License.
Network and Security Services
- Stateful firewall, 1:1 NAT, DHCP, DMZ, static routing
- Identity-based policies
- Auto VPN™ self-configuring site-to-site VPN
- Client VPN (IPsec)
- User and device quarantine
- VLAN support and DHCP services
Advanced Security Services
- Content filtering (Webroot BrightCloud CIPA-compliant URL database)
- Web search filtering (including Google and Bing SafeSearch)
- YouTube for Schools
- Intrusion prevention (SourceFire Snort based)
- Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP)
- Requires Advanced Security License
WAN Performance Management
- WAN link aggregation
- Application level (Layer 7) traffic analysis and shaping
- Automatic Layer 3 failover (including VPN connections)
- WAN uplink selection based on traffic type
Monitoring and Management
- Web based management and configuration
- Throughput, connectivity monitoring and alerts
- Network asset discovery and user identification
- Built-in network-wide reporting, monitoring and alerts
- Centralized policy management
- Real-time diagnostic and troubleshooting over the web
- Automatic firmware upgrades and security patches
- Searchable network-wide event logs
Interfaces
- WAN: 2 × 1 GbE
- LAN: 10 × 1 GbE (2 PoE+)
- 1 x CAT 6 LTE Cellular Modem
- Wireless: 802.11ac Wave 2 WiFi
- USB: 1 × USB 2.0 for 3G/4G failover (supported devices)
Performance
- Stateful firewall throughput: 450 Mbps
- VPN throughput: 200 Mbps
- Recommended for small branches (up to 50 users)
- CAT 6 LTE Cellular Modem: 300 Mbps
Power
- Single 100W power supply
Environment
- Operating temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
- Humidity: 5 to 95% non-condensing
Warranty
- Lifetime hardware warranty with advanced replacement included
Documentation
Download: MX Series Datasheet PDF