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Compact silver desktop switch with eight RJ45 ports and two SFP slots

Cisco Meraki

Cisco Meraki MS130-8P-HW 8-port PoE network switch

SKU CH-25DD-SFMJN MPN MS130-8P-HW

Cloud-managed Layer 2 desktop switch with eight Gigabit RJ45 ports, two SFP uplinks and 120 W PoE+ budget

  • FormatDesktop
  • Network Management TypeManaged
  • Primary Ports8 x RJ45 + 2 x SFP
  • PoEYes
  • Layer2
  • PoE Power BudgetPoE Type: 802.3bt PoE Port Budget: 30W PoE Switch Budget: 12

Model MS130-8P-HW

  • Cloud-managed deployment with zero-touch provisioning
  • 120 W PoE budget powers eight devices at 30 W each
  • Two SFP uplinks extend the network over fibre
  • Silent 8 W idle draw keeps running costs low
  • Compact 2.8 × 22.2 × 15 cm desktop form factor

Cloud-managed desktop switch

The Cisco Meraki MS130-8P-HW is a desktop Layer 2 switch with eight Gigabit RJ45 ports and two SFP uplinks. It delivers 120 W of PoE budget across all ports, each capable of 30 W under the 802.3bt standard. An external 54 VDC power supply feeds the unit, which draws 8 W at idle and up to 128 W at maximum load. Zero-touch provisioning and cloud-based firmware updates simplify deployment for distributed sites.

Sustained PoE delivery and thermal profile

Under continuous load the switch maintains its full 120 W PoE budget without throttling individual ports below 30 W. The external power brick keeps internal heat low, so the chassis stays within operating limits even when all eight ports power cameras, access points or VoIP phones simultaneously. Idle consumption remains at 8 W, leaving headroom for the external supply’s 2.78 A rating during prolonged peak traffic.

Upgrade path from unmanaged PoE switches

This model replaces unmanaged or web-managed desktop switches that lack cloud visibility, per-port PoE scheduling or remote packet capture. The jump is worth it when administrators need network-wide topology maps, automatic firmware compliance and the ability to reboot powered devices from a single dashboard. It does not suit buyers who require Layer 3 routing, stacking cables or rack-mount brackets.

Highlights

  • Cloud-managed deployment with zero-touch provisioning
  • 120 W PoE budget powers eight devices at 30 W each
  • Two SFP uplinks extend the network over fibre
  • Silent 8 W idle draw keeps running costs low
  • Compact 2.8 × 22.2 × 15 cm desktop form factor

Specifications

BrandCisco Meraki
SeriesMeraki MS130-8
ModelMS130-8P-HW
Part NumberMS130-8P-HW
FormatDesktop
Network Management TypeManaged
Primary Ports8 x RJ45 + 2 x SFP
PoEYes
Layer2
PoE Power BudgetPoE Type: 802.3bt
PoE Port Budget: 30W
PoE Switch Budget: 120W
PowerPower Input: 54VDC, 2.78A
Power Supply: External
Max Power ConsumptionPower Load (idle/max): 8W/128W
Dimensions1.1 x 8.74 x 6in
(2.8 x 22.2 x 15cm)
Weight1.94 lb (0.88 kg)
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size229 × 229 × 51 mm

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Questions about this item

How much heat does the 128 W maximum power draw produce during all-day operation?

The switch draws up to 128 W at full load and 8 W idle, so sustained use will add that much heat to the room; plan ventilation accordingly.

What must I already own to power the switch and connect fibre uplinks?

You need the external 54 V DC 2.78 A power supply and SFP transceivers for the two 1 GbE SFP ports; neither is included.

Will my 802.3af access points and 802.3at cameras share the 120 W PoE budget reliably?

Yes, the 802.3bt PoE implementation supports 30 W per port and a 120 W total budget, so legacy 802.3af and 802.3at devices negotiate correctly within that limit.

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