Z4C Datasheet
Overview 
The Cisco Meraki Z4C teleworker gateway is an enterprise class firewall, VPN gateway and router. This device offers wireless connectivity with WiFi 6, five gigabit ethernet ports, including a built-in PoE-enabled port for VoIP phones and other PoE powered devices. The Z4C is designed to securely extend the power of Meraki cloud managed networking to almost any location. With a built-in LTE modem, the Z4C simplifies any deployment that requires a backup cellular uplink, or is positioned in a remote location.
Features
Software Features
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Managed via Cisco Meraki Dashboard
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Automatic Firmware upgrades
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L3/L7 Stateful Firewall
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1:1 and 1:Many NAT
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Configurable VLANs / DHCP support
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Static Routing
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Client VPN endpoint
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Meraki AutoVPN and L2TP/IPSec VPN endpoint
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Custom Traffic Shaping
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Historical Client Usage statistics
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Netflow support
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Syslog integration
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Remote Packet Capture tools
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IPv6 Support
Hardware Features 
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Built-in WiFi 6 Wireless Capabilities
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Built-in PoE+ capabilities
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Built-in LTE Cellular capabilities
Context and Comparisons 
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Z4C |
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Single Wired WAN Uplink |
Yes |
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Cellular Uplink |
Yes |
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Stateful Firewall Throughput |
500 Mbps |
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Maximum VPN Throughput |
250 Mbps |
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Security Throughput |
300 Mbps |
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PoE Capabilities |
Yes, 1x GbE RJ45 LAN Ports (802.3at) |
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WiFi |
Dual-band 2x2 WiFi 6 |
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Backup Cellular Uplink |
Built-in CAT12 LTE Modem |
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Recommended use case |
Up to 5 devices |
Technical Breakdown 
WAN Interfaces
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Z4C |
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1x Dedicated GbE RJ45 |
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1x Built-in CAT12 LTE Modem |
LAN Interface 
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Z4C |
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4x Dedicated GbE RJ45 |
802.11 Wireless Interface
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Z4C |
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Radio Information |
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4 or 5Ghz) 2x2 MU-MIMO |
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Antennas |
2 x 2 MU-MIMO with two spatial streams |
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Maximum Data Rate |
1.5 Gbps* |
* Refers to maximum over-the-air data frame rate capability of the radio chipset, and may exceed data rates allowed by IEEE 802.11ax operation.
Throughput and Capabilities
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Z4C |
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Recommended Use Case |
Up to 5 devices |
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Max Stateful Firewall Throughput in NAT mode |
500 Mbps |
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Max VPN Throughput |
250 Mbps |
Physical
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Z4C |
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Mount Type |
Desktop / Wall Mount |
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Dimensions (h x d x w) |
7.9 x 4.41 x 1.04 in / 200 x 112 x 26 mm |
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Weight |
1.1 lbs / 0.487 kg |
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Power Supply |
50W DC |
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Power Load (idle/max) |
15W / 46W |
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Operating Temperature |
32°F - 113°F 0°C - 45°C |
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Storage and Transportation Temperature |
-4°F - 158°F -20°C - 70° C |
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Humidity |
5% to 95% |
Accessories
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Accessory |
Description |
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MA-PWR-50WAC |
Meraki MX Replacement Power Adapter (Z4/C) (50 Watts AC) |
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MA-PWR-CORD-US |
1x AC Power Cable, US plug |
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MA-PWR-CORD-EU |
1x AC Power Cable, EU plug |
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MA-PWR-CORD-UK |
1x AC Power Cable, UK plug |
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MA-PWR-CORD-AU |
1x AC Power Cable, AU plug |
Configure your Dashboard Network 
The following is a brief overview only of the steps required to add an Z4C to your network. For detailed instructions about creating, configuring and managing Meraki networks, refer to our Managing Dashboard Networks document. Additional resources can also be found via: documentation.meraki.com.
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Login to http://dashboard.meraki.com. If this is your first time, create a new account.
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Find the network to which you plan to add your Z4C or create a new network.
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Add your Z4C to your network. You will need your Meraki order number (found on your invoice) or the serial number of each Z4C, which looks like Qxxx-xxxx-xxxx, and is found on the bottom of the unit. If a license key was purchased at the same time then you should have received it via email.
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Go to the map / floor plan view and place each Z4C on the map by clicking and dragging it to the location where you plan to mount it.
Troubleshooting 
Common Event Log Messages 
There are currently no Z4C specific Event Log entries, for more general information about navigating the Event Log and the types of Events that could be expected please check out our Event Log documentation.