Cisco Z3-HW End of Life & End of Support
Cisco Meraki Z3 Cloud Managed Teleworker Gateway
Supported through Sep 4, 2029The Z3 was Meraki's compact teleworker/remote-worker gateway, end-of-sale announced September 4, 2024 with end-of-support September 4, 2029. The Z4 is the functionally equivalent successor.
Cisco Z3-HW lifecycle milestone dates
- End-of-Sale Date
- Sep 4, 2024
- Last Date of Support (LDoS)
- Sep 4, 2029
Dates per Cisco’s official End-of-Sale/End-of-Life bulletin. Verify against your support contract before acting.
Running past End-of-Sale or Last Date of Support means no new Cisco TAC, hardware replacement, or security fixes. Uniqcli, an authorized Cisco partner, scopes a like-for-like or better replacement, confirms TAA compliance, accepts the Government Purchase Card (GPC), and plans a low-risk cutover.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the Cisco Z3-HW end of life?
Cisco announced End-of-Sale for the Z3-HW effective Sep 4, 2024. The Last Date of Support (LDoS) is Sep 4, 2029, after which Cisco no longer provides support. Check the milestone dates on this page and plan your refresh accordingly.
What replaces the Cisco Z3-HW?
Cisco's recommended migration is the Cisco Meraki Z4 Cloud Managed Teleworker Gateway. Uniqcli, an authorized Cisco partner, can quote the replacement TAA-compliant and GPC-payable, and help plan the cutover.
Can I still get support for the Z3-HW?
Yes, until the Last Date of Support (Sep 4, 2029) with an active SmartNet/Solution Support contract. Uniqcli can review your install base, confirm coverage, and quote a refresh.