Description 

The Cisco MS42P-HW is a Cloud-Managed PoE Ethernet Switch featuring 4 Gigabit PoE ports. Designed for industrial networks, it offers remote monitoring and management via the cloud, supports Power over Ethernet, and provides reliable, high-speed connectivity for smart devices and automation systems.

 

 

Technical Specifications 

Condition	New/Never Used Surplus
Brand	Cisco
Category	Networking Equipment​
Part Number	MS42P-HW
Subcategory	Managed PoE Ethernet Switches
Product Type	Ethernet Switch
Features	Gigabit Ethernet, Poe, Vlan
Switch Type	Managed
Port/expansion Slot	48 X Gigabit Ethernet Network, 4 X 10 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
Ethernet Technology	Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet
Network Technology	10/100/1000base-t
PoE Budget	380W
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps
MAC Address Table Size	32,000
Weight	4.81 kgs

  

 

Information About MS42P-HW

The Cisco Meraki MS42P-HW is a cloud-managed PoE+ Ethernet switch. It's designed for industrial and commercial network environments that require centralized management, high bandwidth, and reliable Power over Ethernet.

Key Features:

• Ports:

  • 48 × Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports

  • 4 × 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports

• Power over Ethernet (PoE):

  • Supports IEEE 802.3af (PoE) and 802.3at (PoE+)

  • Maximum PoE power budget: ~740 W

• Management:

  • Cloud-managed via Meraki Dashboard (requires license)

  • Offers real-time network monitoring, remote configuration, and automated updates

• Performance:

  • Switching capacity: 176 Gbps

  • Forwarding rate: 130.95 Mpps

• Other Specs:

  • Layer: Layer 2+ with some Layer 3 features

  • Mounting: Rack-mountable

  • Dimensions: 1.73" H × 17.32" W × 16" D

  • Weight: Approx. 10.6 lbs (4.81 kg)

Ideal for use in industrial automation networks, smart manufacturing, and enterprise IT, where centralized cloud control and PoE support are essential for powering and managing connected devices like IP cameras, sensors, and access points.