Cisco Meraki
Meraki Z4 Cloud Managed Teleworker Gateway (US Plug)
Meraki Z4 Cloud Managed Teleworker Gateway (US Plug)
SKU:Z4-HW
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Quick Summary
The Cisco Meraki Z4-HW security appliance is a cloud-managed, next-gen firewall built for small offices, home sites and an online workforce. It delivers Wi-Fi 6 performance, 500 Mbps of firewall throughput and seamless Auto VPN—making it the ideal small-business network solution across the United States.
Use Cases
- Secure connectivity for hybrid or remote employees
- All-in-one network edge for pop-up branches or retail kiosks
- VoIP hand-sets, printers or cameras needing PoE+ power
- Layer-7 firewalling and SD-WAN for SaaS-heavy teams
Key Features
- Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (2×2 MU-MIMO) for up to 1.5 Gbps wireless speed
- Stateful firewall throughput: 500 Mbps; Auto VPN throughput: 250 Mbps
- Four Gigabit LAN ports plus one PoE+ port to power a VoIP phone or camera
- Cisco Meraki Dashboard for zero-touch provisioning and continuous updates
- Layer-7 application visibility, traffic shaping and content filtering
- Compact fan-less chassis with desktop or wall-mount options
- Lifetime hardware warranty with advanced replacement
Technical Specifications
- Recommended clients: up to 15 devices
- WAN: 1 × 1 GbE RJ-45
- LAN: 4 × 1 GbE RJ-45 (1 × PoE+ 802.3at)
- Wireless: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2×2 MU-MIMO
- Dimensions (H × D × W): 184.2 × 123 × 28 mm
- Weight: 0.86 lb / 0.391 kg
- Power: 50 W DC (11 W idle / 42 W max)
- Operating temperature: 0 – 45 °C
Comparison
| Model | Firewall Throughput |
VPN Throughput |
Cellular | Wi-Fi | PoE Ports | Users |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z4-HW | 500 Mbps | 250 Mbps | — | Wi-Fi 6 2×2 | 1 × PoE+ | ≤ 15 |
| Z4C-HW | 500 Mbps | 250 Mbps | Cat-12 LTE built-in | Wi-Fi 6 2×2 | 1 × PoE+ | ≤ 15 |
| Z3-HW | 200 Mbps* | 75 Mbps | USB (3G/4G) fail-over | Wi-Fi 5 2×2 | 1 × PoE (802.3af) | ≤ 5 |
*NAT mode throughput shown.
FAQs
Is a license required to operate the Z4-HW?
Yes. Every Cisco Meraki appliance needs an active Enterprise or Advanced Security license. Licenses are available in 1, 3, 5, 7 and 10-year terms; volume pricing is available for Australian customers.
Can the Z4 power my desk phone?
Absolutely—its dedicated PoE+ LAN port delivers up to 30 W for VoIP hand-sets, cameras or IoT sensors.
Does the appliance support Auto VPN between multiple sites?
Yes. Auto VPN lets you build an encrypted mesh in minutes, including between other Meraki MX or Z-Series devices.
What if I need 4G/5G backup?
Choose the Z4C model with integrated Cat-12 LTE, or attach a USB modem to the Z4 for basic fail-over.
Licensing and Support
Cloudifi is an authorized Cisco Meraki reseller in the United States. Hardware and license bundles can be quoted in AUD, with free dashboard activation and local technical assistance. All prices include Meraki 24×7 phone support, firmware upgrades and advance replacement during the license term.
Buy from an authorized Cisco Meraki Reseller in the United States
Cloudifi is a certified Cisco authorized reseller and supplier offering genuine Meraki equipment with full support and local warranty. Whether you’re purchasing a single Z4-HW unit or a complete site bundle, we provide expert guidance, fast delivery, and competitive pricing in the United States.
Volume Pricing and Custom Quotes
Deploying at scale? We offer volume pricing, promo discounts, and fast turnaround on custom quotes for resellers, IT teams, and project integrators. As your trusted Cisco Meraki channel partner, we help you simplify procurement and deployment with expert-backed support across the full Cisco product range.
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