Cisco Meraki MX450 Security and SD-WAN Appliance
The Cisco Meraki MX450 is a powerful security and SD-WAN appliance engineered for large-branch, campus, and datacenter environments supporting up to 10,000 users. This cloud-managed security appliance combines unified threat management (UTM) firewall services, SD-WAN routing, and secure VPN concentration into a single rack-mountable solution. Organizations deploying the MX450 gain enterprise-grade security with simplified management through the Meraki cloud dashboard, enabling rapid deployment with minimal preconfiguration. Ideal for businesses requiring high-bandwidth connectivity, advanced threat protection, and seamless SD-WAN integration, the MX450 serves as a foundational building block for modern SASE architectures.
Key Features
- Cloud-managed SD-WAN routing and security in one appliance
- Unified Threat Management (UTM) firewall with advanced threat protection
- Application-layer firewall for granular traffic control
- Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and malware protection
- Secure VPN concentration for large-scale remote access
- Traffic shaping and bandwidth management capabilities
- Multiple 10G and 1G WAN/LAN interface options
- Rack-mountable form factor for datacenter deployment
- Supports up to 10,000 concurrent users
- 3-year advanced security license included
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
L-MX450-P-3Y |
| Product Type |
Security and SD-WAN Appliance |
| Form Factor |
Rack-mountable |
| User Capacity |
Up to 10,000 users |
| Management |
Cloud-managed via Meraki Dashboard |
| Security Features |
UTM Firewall, IPS, Malware Protection, Application Firewall |
| Network Interfaces |
Multiple 10G and 1G WAN/LAN ports |
| License Duration |
3 Years Advanced Security |
| Deployment Use Cases |
Large-branch, Campus, Datacenter, VPN Concentration |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco Meraki MX450 used for?
The Cisco Meraki MX450 is a security and SD-WAN appliance designed for large-branch and campus environments. It provides unified threat management, SD-WAN routing, VPN concentration, and advanced security services for organizations supporting thousands of users across distributed locations.
How many users can the MX450 support?
The MX450 is engineered to support up to 10,000 concurrent users, making it suitable for large enterprise campuses, datacenters, and multi-site deployments requiring robust security and SD-WAN capabilities.
Is the MX450 cloud-managed?
Yes, the MX450 is fully cloud-managed through the Cisco Meraki Dashboard, enabling centralized policy management, simplified deployment, and minimal preconfiguration. This cloud-native approach reduces operational overhead while providing real-time visibility and control.
What security features does the MX450 include?
The MX450 includes comprehensive security features: unified threat management (UTM) firewall, intrusion prevention system (IPS), malware protection, application-layer firewall, and traffic shaping. The 3-year advanced security license provides continuous threat intelligence updates and protection enhancements.
