About this Guide
This guide provides instruction on how to install and configure your MS450 series switch. This guide also provides mounting instructions and limited troubleshooting procedures. For more switch installation guides, refer to the switch installation guides section on our documentation website.
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Model number
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Description
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| MS450-12 | Layer-3 12-port 40GbE QSFP+ aggregation switch with two 100GbE QSFP28 ports and 1 management interface, hot-swappable power supplies / fans |
| MS450-12 | |
| 40GbE QSFP+ | 12 |
| 100Gbe QSFP28 uplink ports | 2 |
| 100G Hardware Stack Port | 2 |
| Dedicated Mgmt Interface | 1 |
| Hot Swap Power Supply | Yes, Dual |
| Hot Swap Fans | Yes, 3x |
| Power Input |
100 - 240 VAC, 47-63 Hz |
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Power Consumption |
47-138W |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F - 113 °F 0°C - 45 °C |
| Storage and Transportation Temperature |
-4°F - 158°F -20°C - 70°C |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% |
| Mounting | 1U Rack Mount |
The MS uses LEDs to inform the user of the device's status. When the device powers on, all the Internet LEDs flash twice. Additional functions are described below, from left to right.
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Item |
Function |
LED Status |
Meaning |
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1 |
Power |
Solid orange |
Switch is unable to connect to the Meraki cloud |
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Flashing white |
Firmware upgrade in process |
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Solid white |
Switch is fully operational and connected to the Meraki cloud |
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Off |
Switch does not have power |
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2 |
Switch Ports |
Off |
No client connected |
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Solid orange |
10/100 Mbps (1000 Mbps on SFP+) |
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Solid green |
1000/2500/5000/10000 Mbps (10000 Mbps on SFP+) |
In addition, there is a RESTORE button available on the back panel.
Insert a paperclip if a restore is required.
A brief, momentary press: To delete a downloaded configuration and reboot.
Press and hold for more than 10 sec: To force the unit into a full factory restore.
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Item |
Function |
LED Status |
Meaning |
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1 |
Restore |
N/A |
Restore button to clear switch IP and local configuration settings |
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2 |
Management Interface |
Green |
Connected, used for easy access to the local status page |
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3 |
Stack Ports |
N/A |
Stack Cables are connected here |
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4 |
Redundant Fans |
Green |
Active and operational |
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5 |
Redundant Power Supplies |
Green |
Active and functional power supplies |
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Power input |
Power cords may be ordered separately. |
Equipment is to be used only in a restricted access location and installed/operated only by trained service personnel.
In addition to the MS switch, the following are provided (mounting kit provided with 1U models only):
The MS450 series will ship with all fans and a single power supply included, additional accessories including spare fans and power supplies can be purchased separately.
These operations are to be taken with respect to all local laws. Please take the following into consideration for safe operation:
You should complete the following steps before going on-site to perform an installation.
The following is a brief overview only of the steps required to add a switch to your network. For detailed instructions about creating, configuring and managing Meraki networks, refer to the online documentation (documentation.meraki.com).
To ensure your switch performs optimally immediately following installation, it is recommended that you facilitate a firmware upgrade prior to mounting your switch.
If a firewall is in place, it must allow outgoing connections on particular ports to particular IP addresses. The most current list of outbound ports and IP addresses for your particular organization can be found on the firewall configuration page in your dashboard.
All switches must be assigned routable IP addresses. These IP addresses can be dynamically assigned via DHCP or statically assigned.
When using DHCP, the DHCP server should be configured to assign a static IP address for each MAC address belonging to a Meraki switch. Other features of the network, such as 802.1X authentication, may rely on the property that the switches have static IP addresses.
Static IPs are assigned using the local web server on each switch. The following procedure describes how to set the static IP:
Instead of associating to each Meraki switch individually to configure static IP addresses, an administrator can assign static IP addresses on the upstream DHCP server. Through “DHCP reservations,” IP addresses are “reserved” for the MAC addresses of the Meraki switches. Please consult the documentation for the DHCP server to configure DHCP reservations.
Note: Each MS450 comes with an instruction pamphlet within the box. This pamphlet contains detailed step by step guides and images to assist in the physical install of the switch.
1. Install the mounting cage nuts in the rack being used for the switch.
2. Separate the rack mount rails, and install the rack mount rails channel onto the rack.
3. Attach the rack mount rail to the sides of the switch.
4. Insert the rack mount rail into the rack mount rail channel.
5. Attach the switch face plate to the cage nuts on the rack.
6. Secure the rack mount rail to the rack mount rail channel.
7. Insert the power supply unit into the back of the switch. After it has been securely installed, you can connect power to the power supply unit.
8. (Optional) Install additional SFP+, QSFP+ or QSFP28 units as needed, depending on the compatibility of your model.
The mounting hardware includes a rack mount kit for standard 1U racks. When installing the device, make sure that there is sufficient space between the rear of the rack and other obstacles to ensure adequate airflow.
When connecting up your MS450 for the first time all of the ports are set as ethernet. Once the switches are online you can convert any port to a Stack port by simply selecting the option under the interface configuration as shown below:
It's recommended to bring the MS450's online using an uplink on each switch and configuring the port for Stacking prior to connecting the stack links. This will allow for config sync as well as firmware upgrades. The switches will blink a white status LED during upgrade so it should be visibly obvious that they're upgraded. When the Switch has a steady White Light it's connected and ready to continue so the stacking connections can be added.
The following steps can be used for troubleshooting basic connectivity issues with your switch.
If your switch still does not connect, the following link may be useful, depending on your issue: Troubleshooting an MS Switch
Reference https://documentation.meraki.com/MS for additional information and troubleshooting tips.
If you are still experiencing hardware issues, please contact Cisco Meraki support by logging in to dashboard and using the Help option near the top of the page, then opening and email case or calling using the contact information on that page.
MS Warranty coverage periods are as follows:
| Tme Period | Comments | |
| MS450 | Lifetime | |
| MS Accessories | 1 Year |
The following are considered accessories: SFP Modules, twinax/SFP+ cables, stacking cables, all mounting kits and stands, antennas, interface modules, additional power cords, PoE injectors |
Note: The above table is a general guideline for warranty terms and is not final. Warranty terms are subject to printed warranty information on the relevant online Meraki data sheets.
If your Cisco Meraki device fails and the problem cannot be resolved by troubleshooting, contact support to address the issue. Once support determines that the device is in a failed state, they can process an RMA and send out a replacement device free of charge. In most circumstances, the RMA will include a pre-paid shipping label so the faulty equipment can be returned.
In order to initiate a hardware replacement for non-functioning hardware that is under warranty, you must have access to the original packaging the hardware was shipped in. The original hardware packaging includes device serial number and order information, and may be required for return shipping.
Meraki MS450 devices have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. A digital device that is marketed for use in a residential environment notwithstanding use in commercial, business and industrial environments.
Additional warranty information can be found on: https://meraki.cisco.com/support#process:warranty
If issues are encountered with device installation or additional help is required, contact Meraki Support by logging in to dashboard.meraki.com and opening a case by visiting the Get Help section.
For additional information on Meraki hardware and for other installation guides, please refer to documentation.meraki.com.