CISCO ISR1100X-6G

The Cisco ISR 1100X-6G is a powerful and versatile Integrated Services Router (ISR) designed for small to medium-sized businesses, branch offices, and remote locations. It offers a comprehensive suite of features that combine routing, security, and performance in a single platform. Here’s a detailed breakdown of its key attributes:  

Key Features and Benefits:

• High Performance: The ISR 1100X-6G is built for speed, allowing businesses to take advantage of broadband network speeds while running secure, concurrent data, voice, video, and wireless services. It boasts a multi-core processor and ample memory (8GB DRAM) to handle demanding applications and traffic loads.  
• Integrated Security: Security is paramount, and the ISR 1100X-6G doesn’t disappoint. It offers advanced security features, including:
  • Enterprise Firewall with Application Awareness: Provides granular control over network traffic, allowing you to block or allow specific applications.  
  • Intrusion Prevention System (IPS): Detects and prevents malicious activity on your network.
  • URL Filtering: Blocks access to inappropriate or malicious websites.  
  • Advanced Malware Protection (AMP): Protects against sophisticated malware threats.  
  • Cisco Umbrella Integration: Cloud-based security platform that provides DNS-layer security, firewalling, and threat intelligence.
• Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN) Capabilities: The ISR 1100X-6G supports Cisco SD-WAN, a cloud-first architecture that provides:
  • Centralized Management: Easily manage and configure your WAN from a central dashboard.
  • Application Optimization: Prioritize critical applications and ensure optimal performance.
  • Transport Independence: Use any type of WAN connection (MPLS, internet, cellular) and easily switch between them.
  • Enhanced Security: Secure your WAN with integrated security features.

   
• Connectivity: The ISR 1100X-6G offers flexible connectivity options:
  • 4 Gigabit Ethernet LAN/WAN ports: Connect your local network devices or use them for WAN connections.  
  • 2 SFP ports: Support fiber or copper connections for WAN or LAN connectivity.
• Reliability and Availability: The ISR 1100X-6G is designed for reliable operation with features like:
  • Redundant WAN connections: Ensure business continuity with automatic failover to a backup connection.  
  • Dedicated control plane: Ensures reliable operation of network services.
• Ease of Management: The ISR 1100X-6G is easy to deploy and manage with features like:
  • Zero-touch provisioning: Quickly deploy the router with minimal configuration.
  • Centralized management with Cisco vManage: Simplify network management with a centralized platform.

Technical Specifications (Highlights):

• Processor: Intel 2.2 GHz 4-core
• Memory: 8GB DRAM
• Flash Memory: 16GB eMMC pSLC (13.1 GB usable)  
• WAN Ports: 4 x Gigabit Ethernet
• LAN Ports: 4 x Gigabit Ethernet (configurable as WAN)  
• SFP Ports: 2
• SD-WAN Throughput (IPsec): Up to 1.8 Gbps
• Power Supply: External 30W

Ideal Use Cases:

• Small to medium-sized businesses: Provides a comprehensive networking solution for offices with limited IT staff.
• Branch offices: Connect branch offices securely to the main corporate network.  
• Remote locations: Extend network connectivity to remote sites or home offices.