Cisco Launches Meraki 5G Gateways with T-Mobile to Deliver Simple and Scalable Business Internet

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On February 27, 2023, at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Cisco and T-Mobile introduced the Cisco Meraki MG51 and MG51E, marking Cisco's first 5G cellular gateways for fixed wireless access (FWA). These gateways aim to address common business challenges associated with wired broadband, offering simplified, scalable, and reliable network services powered by T-Mobile's extensive 5G network. With features like same-day connectivity, resilient WAN, and robust performance of up to 2 Gbps down, these solutions are designed to enhance customer experiences and operational efficiency across various business sizes.

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• Introduction of Cisco Meraki MG51 and MG51E gateways enhances Cisco's 5G offering.
• Provides same-day connectivity and resilient WAN services for businesses.
• Offers robust performance with up to 2 Gbps download speeds.

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BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobile World Congress --Today at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Cisco and T-Mobile announced plans to offer businesses Cisco Meraki's first-ever 5G cellular gateways for fixed wireless access (FWA), the MG51 and MG51E.

Considering the often lengthy and uncertain installation timelines, gated and restrictive bandwidth plans and inconsistent nationwide availability — wired broadband is hardly the ideal solution for all businesses. Now, Cisco and T-Mobile are smashing all these pain points. Thanks to this solution, businesses of all sizes will be able to create enriching and differentiated experiences for their customers using simplified, scalable, and reliable network managed services powered by T-Mobile's 5G network and the cloud-first Cisco Meraki platform.  

Connecting Businesses with Cisco Meraki Networking on T-Mobile 5G and Managed Services
The Cisco Meraki MG51 and MG51E cellular gateways introduce a new, 5G-powered, cloud-first way of doing wide area networking (WAN). With the full-stack Cisco Meraki secure software-defined branch (SD-branch) platform, T-Mobile for Business customers will be able to take advantage of the cloud-native Cisco Meraki platform on America's largest, fastest and most reliable 5G network. The T-Mobile managed service will offer a range of advanced capabilities based on the Cisco Meraki platform, including:

• Same-day connectivity: Quickly connect branches; true zero-touch provisioning with no trained on-site support needed.
• Resilient WAN: Always-on, Cisco Meraki cloud-managed 5G FWA running on T-Mobile's network offers reliable WAN services for business-critical operations, alongside improved experiences for customers and employees.
• Robust performance: Up to 2 Gbps down / 300 Mbps up. 
• Lower latency: Enabling a variety of new use cases at the network's edge with lower latency than 4G.
• Security and performance: Leading network security and SD-Branch capabilities on the Cisco Meraki platform including Cisco Meraki Auto VPN, firewall, traffic shaping, threat protection, content filtering, and native security protocols such as WPA2-Enterprise.

"We have crossed many 5G milestones and world-firsts with Cisco and today is no exception as T-Mobile is the first to offer this cutting-edge Cisco Meraki technology," said Mishka Dehghan, SVP, Strategy, Product, and Solutions Engineering, T-Mobile Business Group. "This marks another significant achievement in how T-Mobile delivers to businesses the fastest and simplest way to scale 5G business internet anywhere."

"The future of connectivity is wireless, and Cisco and T-Mobile are helping customers across all industries realize how 5G wireless technology can transform their business," said Masum Mir, Senior Vice President, Provider Mobility, Cisco Networking. "Together, we are leading the new era of 5G, helping businesses from small to large with simple, secure and reliable connectivity solutions that help them go fast and grow fast."

Additional Resources:

• Simplify and Scale Anywhere Connectivity: Introducing the Meraki MG51 and MG51E for 5G Fixed Wireless Access
• Cisco Meraki MG51  
• Cisco Meraki MG51E 
• Learn more about T-Mobile Business Internet Services

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T-Mobile US Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America's supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile's customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Sprint. For more information please visit: https://www.t-mobile.com.

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FAQ

What new products did Cisco announce at Mobile World Congress 2023?

Cisco announced the Meraki MG51 and MG51E, its first 5G cellular gateways for fixed wireless access.

How do Cisco's new gateways improve business internet connectivity?

The gateways provide same-day connectivity, resilient WAN services, and robust performance on T-Mobile's 5G network.

What benefits do Cisco Meraki MG51 and MG51E offer businesses?

They offer simplified, scalable network management, improved customer experiences, and reliable connectivity for business-critical operations.

Which companies are collaborating on the new 5G gateways?

Cisco is collaborating with T-Mobile to deliver the new 5G cellular gateways.