Cisco Meraki uses zero-touch provisioning, meaning that once a device is plugged in and connected to the internet, it will automatically download its configuration from the cloud. This reduces the need for on-site manual configuration, streamlining the deployment process.
In a Meraki network, control is centralized in the cloud, not distributed across individual devices. This centralized control allows for simplified management and monitoring of the entire network from a single dashboard, regardless of where the devices are physically located. The other options represent true cloud advantages of Meraki solutions.
One of the key advantage of Cisco Meraki's cloud-based architecture is the ability to centrally manage all network devices (like APs, switches, firewalls) through the cloud-based Meraki Dashboard. It eliminates the need for traditional on-site controllers, as all configurations and management can be done remotely.
Meraki stores device configurations in the cloud, which means if a device is replaced due to a failure, the new device a can automatically download the configuration from the cloud. This makes the recovery process quick and efficient.
Meraki devices automatically receive firmware updates from the cloud, ensuring that security patches and feature improvements are applied across the network. This automatic update the process enhances security by keeping devices current without the need for manual intervention by network administrators.