5G Sub-6GHz 2 Gbps External Antennas IP67 Rated Cloud Managed Dual SIM

Cisco Meraki MG51E 5G Cellular Gateway

Enhanced 5G SA Sub-6GHz cellular gateway with external dipole antennas for maximum signal strength. Delivers up to 2 Gbps throughput with Cat 20 LTE failover and optional high-gain patch antenna.

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End of Sale – November 28, 2025 End of Support – May 30, 2030

Cisco Meraki MG51E 5G Cellular Gateway – End-of-Life Notice

The Cisco Meraki MG51E 5G Cellular Gateway has reached its End of Sale (EOS) as of November 28, 2025 and is no longer available for new purchase.

Cisco Meraki will continue support for existing deployments until May 30, 2030. Organizations should plan migration to the recommended replacement.

Recommended Replacement

Cisco recommends upgrading to the Cisco Meraki MG52E, the next-generation cellular gateway with improved performance and capabilities.

Enhanced cellular performance and throughput
Cloud-managed via the Meraki dashboard
Zero-touch provisioning and remote management
Full API support for large-scale deployments

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Product Overview

Enhanced Signal Strength

External dipole antennas with optional high-gain patch antenna for maximum signal in challenging RF environments and longer-range deployments.

5G Performance

5G Sub-6GHz with Cat 20 LTE failover delivers up to 2 Gbps download and 300 Mbps upload for wired-like speeds over cellular.

Cloud Managed

Zero-touch provisioning and centralized management through the Meraki dashboard. Deploy thousands of gateways with ease.

Dual SIM Failover

Two nano SIM slots with auto-SIM failover let you switch carriers automatically when signal degrades or data caps are reached.

IP67 Rugged Design

Dust-tight and water-resistant enclosure handles indoor or outdoor deployments in the harshest environments.

Multigigabit Ethernet

Two 2.5 GbE ports with a convertible LAN/WAN interface ensure your wired infrastructure keeps pace with 5G speeds.

Features and Benefits

Maximum 5G signal strength with external antennas.

The MG51E adds external dipole antennas and optional directional patch antenna for the best possible 5G coverage in any environment.

External Antennas

Four included dipole antennas with optional high-gain patch antenna for directional focus and improved signal in weak coverage areas.

Zero-Touch Deployment

Insert a certified carrier SIM, power on, and the MG51E self-configures and connects to the Meraki cloud automatically.

Auto-SIM Failover

Automatically switch to a backup carrier when signal degrades or data cap is reached for uninterrupted connectivity.

Remote Diagnostics

Live packet capture, DM logging via Local Status Page, and remote visibility of IMEI, ICCID, APN, RSRP, and RSRQ.

PoE+ Powered

802.3at PoE+ or DC power lets you place the gateway wherever 5G signal is strongest—no outlet required.

Extensive API Support

Full API coverage for all MG configuration settings enables effortless provisioning across large multi-site deployments.

Specifications

Performance

Cellular category5G Sub-6GHz NSA + Cat 20 LTE

Max download (passthrough)2 Gbps

Max upload300 Mbps

Max download (NAT)1.5 Gbps

AntennasExternal dipole (4x included)

Interfaces

Dedicated LAN1x 2.5 GbE RJ45

Convertible LAN/WAN1x 2.5 GbE RJ45

WAN interface1x 5G NSA Sub-6 + Cat 20 LTE

SIM slots2x nano (4FF)

Physical Dimensions

Dimensions (w x d x h)173 x 173 x 36.5 mm

Weight717 g

MountingWall, ceiling, pole, or desktop

Environmental

Operating temp-40°F to 122°F (-40°C to 50°C)

Humidity5% to 95% noncondensing

IP ratingIP67

Power16W max (PoE 802.3at) or 12V DC

In the Box

Gateway1x MG51E-HW

Antennas4x dipole antennas

Mounting1x mounting plate & screw set

MTBF at 25°C1,663,492 hours

Regulatory & Warranty

CertificationsFCC, CB, CISPR, PTCRB, RCM, GCF

WarrantyLifetime with next-day replacement

Documentation

MG Family Data Sheet

Full Cisco Meraki MG cellular gateway family datasheet covering all models, specifications, licensing, and deployment options.

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