Cisco Meraki uses a subscription-based licensing model, meaning licenses are purchased for a defined term (1, 3, 5, 7 or 10 years)/ This model includes support, updates and access to the cloud dash during the license term.
While a Cisco Meraki license includes access to the cloud dashboard, 24/7 support, and ongoing software/firmware updates, it does not cover hardware replacement. Hardware replacements are typically covered under a separate warranty or hardware purchase plan.
The co-termination model in Cisco Meraki aligns the expiration dates of all licenses in a network to a single date. This simplifies license management by avoiding the need to track multiple license expiration dates.
When a Meraki devices license expires, it loses access to the Meraki dashboard, and cloud management features are disabled. However, the device does not immediately stop forwarding traffic, but it becomes difficult to manage and monitor.
Cisco Meraki licenses can be managed centrally through the dashboard, where administrators can assign, transfer, or remove licenses across their organizations. This flexibility helps manage multiple sites or networks from a single interface.
