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MX95/MX105 Series Hardware Installation Guide
The network performance benchmarks listed in the KB are target numbers based on initial testing and can change on
further testing.
About this Guide
This guide provides instruction on how to install and configure your MX95/105 series device. This guide also provides
mounting instructions and limited troubleshooting procedures. For more MX device installation guides, refer to the
MX installation guides section
Product Overview
The Meraki MX95/105 is an enterprise security appliance designed for distributed deployments that require remote
administration across Medium branch environments. It is ideal for network administrators who demand both ease of
deployment and a state-of-the-art feature set. The Meraki Dashboard allows for simple and easy deployment of the
MX95/105 with minimal pre-configuration in almost any location.
MX95/105 appliance provides the following features:
• Four dedicated WAN uplinks, two 10G SFP+ ports and two RJ45 2.5G mGig ports.
• The LAN ports include four RJ45 1G ports and two SFP+ 10G ports.
• Dedicated management port
• Front-panel rack mounts
Features
• Managed via Cisco Meraki Dashboard
on our documentation website.
• Meraki AutoVPN and L2TP/IPSec VPN endpoint
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Table of Contents
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Summary of Contents for Cisco MERAKI MX95 Series
- Page 1 • Four dedicated WAN uplinks, two 10G SFP+ ports and two RJ45 2.5G mGig ports. • The LAN ports include four RJ45 1G ports and two SFP+ 10G ports. • Dedicated management port • Front-panel rack mounts Features • Managed via Cisco Meraki Dashboard • Meraki AutoVPN and L2TP/IPSec VPN endpoint...
- Page 2 • Automatic Firmware upgrades • Active Directory integration • WAN Link Balancing • Content Filtering • Automatic WAN Failover • Malware Protection (AMP) w/ optional Threat Grid integration • SD-WAN over Meraki AutoVPN • IDS/IPS protection • L3/L7 Stateful Firewall •...
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Page 3: Physical Specifications
Physical Specifications MX95 MX105 2 x 10GbE SFP+ 2 x 10GbE SFP+ 1 RJ45 / Multigigabit port 1 RJ45 / Multigigabit port SFP+ WAN Interfaces 1 RJ45 / Multigigabit port with PoE+ 1 RJ45 / Multigigabit port with PoE+ capabilities capabilities 1 x USB 3.0 port for cellular modem 1 x USB 3.0 port for cellular modem... - Page 4 The Cisco Meraki MX95/105 models support pluggable optics for high-speed backbone connections between wiring closets or to aggregation switches. Cisco Meraki offers several standards-based Gigabit and 10 Gigabit pluggable modules. Each appliance has also been tested for compatibility with several third party modules.
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Page 5: Front Panel
Front Panel Status Indicators The MX95/105 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. Function LED Status Meaning Power Solid orange Power is applied... -
Page 6: Mounting Recommendations
Please note that the serial number is located on the product label at the back panel of the MX95/105. Insert a paper clip if a reset is required. • A brief, momentary press: To delete a downloaded configuration and reboot. Reset button •... -
Page 7: Pre-Install Preparation
• Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. • Read the mounting instructions carefully before beginning installation. Failure to use the correct hardware or to follow the correct procedures could result in a hazardous situation to people and damage to the system. -
Page 8: Connecting To Wan
Connecting to WAN All Meraki MX devices must have an IP address. This section describes how to configure your local area network before you deploy it. A local management web service, running on the appliance, is accessed through a browser running on a client PC. -
Page 9: Basic Troubleshooting
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 10: Warranty
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. - Page 11 maintenance personnel. • The equipment is subject to installation and maintenance by specialists with the appropriate qualifications, sufficient specialized knowledge, and skills. • Rules and conditions for the sale of equipment are determined by the terms of contracts concluded by Cisco or authorized Cisco partners with equipment buyers.
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