Meraki Advanced Security for MX85-HW + 1-Year Subscription License

Elevate your network security with Meraki Advanced Security for the MX85-HW, delivered as a 1-year subscription license. This offer combines powerful, cloud-managed protection with the reliability of Meraki’s single-pane management, giving you comprehensive threat defense, simplified licensing, and ongoing software validation to keep your security posture current. Designed for organizations seeking robust perimeter protection without the complexity of managing disparate security tools, this license unlocks advanced features directly on your MX85-HW appliance, backed by Meraki Support for peace of mind throughout the subscription period.

• Comprehensive threat protection with firewall, intrusion prevention, malware protection, and secure VPN capabilities, all optimized for the MX85-HW. The Advanced Security suite delivers layered defense against external cyber threats while preserving throughput and user experience, ensuring business-critical traffic remains fast and secure.
• Cloud-centered visibility and control via Meraki Dashboard. Monitor security events in real time, analyze traffic flows, and apply policy changes across sites from a single interface. This centralized approach simplifies governance, accelerates incident response, and supports scalable security as your network grows.
• Policy-driven access with content filtering and granular controls. Set category-based or custom URL restrictions, enforce device- and user-level policies, and tailor security rules to meet corporate compliance requirements. This minimizes risk exposure without hampering legitimate user activity.
• Hassle-free licensing with a 12-month term. One license covers the specified MX85-HW for the duration of the subscription, reducing key management overhead and enabling smooth renewals to maintain uninterrupted security coverage across your network.
• Included support and reliability. The subscription includes Meraki Support during the term, giving you access to expert assistance, documentation, and resources to maximize uptime and quickly resolve security-related inquiries or configuration questions.

Technical Details of Meraki Advanced Security for MX85-HW + 1-Year Subscription License

• License Type: Subscription License
• License Quantity: 1
• License Duration: 12 months (1 year)
• Device Compatibility: Meraki MX85-HW
• Included Features: Meraki Advanced Security capabilities including firewall, IDS/IPS, malware protection, content filtering, and VPN integration, with cloud-based management and monitoring
• Support: Meraki Support included for the subscription period
• Activation: License activated through the Meraki Dashboard; no on-site key management required
• Renewal Options: Renewal available prior to or at expiration to maintain continuous protection

How to install Meraki Advanced Security for MX85-HW

• Verify your MX85-HW is registered in the Meraki Dashboard and connected to the internet. A live connection is required to apply and enforce security policies and to receive feature updates.
• Sign in to the Meraki Dashboard with an administrator account. Navigate to Organization > Licenses and add the 1-year Advanced Security license to your inventory. This step associates the license with your Meraki account for activation on the MX85-HW.
• Apply the license to the MX85-HW device. In the device inventory, select the MX85-HW and choose the license from the Licenses tab so that the Advanced Security features become enabled on that specific hardware.
• Enable and configure core security features. Within Security & SD-WAN, turn on Intrusion Prevention, Malware protection, and Content Filtering as appropriate for your policy. Configure VPN settings and site-to-site or client VPN as needed to support remote access and branch connectivity.
• Define security policies and user groups. Create firewall rules, allowlists/deny lists, and content filtering categories aligned with business requirements. Apply policies to users, devices, or groups to ensure consistent enforcement across the network.
• Validate activation and monitor status. Check the Meraki Dashboard Security Overview to confirm that Advanced Security is active on the MX85-HW, review threat analytics, and perform a test traffic pass-through to ensure protections are functioning as expected.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does Meraki Advanced Security for MX85-HW include with this license? A: The license grants access to Meraki’s Advanced Security features for the MX85-HW for 12 months, including firewall, IDS/IPS, malware protection, content filtering, VPN capabilities, and centralized dashboard management, with access to Meraki Support during the term.
• Q: How is the license activated and applied to the MX85-HW? A: Activation is done in the Meraki Dashboard. You add the license to Organization > Licenses, then assign or apply it to the MX85-HW device in the inventory to enable the security features.
• Q: Can I renew the license after it expires? A: Yes. Renewal options are available to extend coverage and keep security features active beyond the initial 12 months, subject to Meraki’s renewal terms and pricing.
• Q: Do I need additional hardware or software for this license to work? A: No additional hardware is required beyond the MX85-HW; the license enhances the existing device with Advanced Security capabilities and cloud-based management.
• Q: Is Meraki Support included with the license? A: Yes, Meraki Support is included for the duration of the 12-month subscription to assist with configuration, troubleshooting, and best-practice guidance.
• Q: What network environments is this license best suited for? A: It is ideal for small to mid-sized enterprises and distributed networks needing robust threat protection, centralized control, and scalable security management via Meraki’s cloud platform.