CISCO ISR4321-AX/K9

The Cisco ISR 4321-AX/K9 is a powerful and versatile Integrated Services Router (ISR) designed for small to medium-sized businesses and branch offices. It combines routing, security, and application services into a single platform, offering a comprehensive solution for modern network needs. Here’s a detailed breakdown of its features and capabilities:  

Key Features:

• Performance: Offers throughput from 50 Mbps to 100 Mbps, suitable for handling the demands of typical branch office traffic.  
• Connectivity:
  • 2 Gigabit Ethernet (GE) WAN/LAN ports for flexible connectivity options.  
  • 1 SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) port for fiber or copper connections.  
  • 2 Network Interface Module (NIM) slots for customization with various modules like voice, DSL, or serial interfaces.  
• Security: Integrated security features including firewall, VPN, and intrusion prevention to protect your network from threats.  
• Application Optimization: Includes features like Application Experience (AppX) and Wide Area Application Services (WAAS) to improve application performance and user experience.  
• Voice Support: Can be configured to support voice services with the addition of appropriate modules.  
• Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN) Ready: Supports Cisco SD-WAN solutions for simplified management and optimized WAN connectivity.  
• Cisco IOS XE Software: Runs on Cisco IOS XE, a robust and feature-rich operating system that provides advanced networking capabilities, programmability, and security.  

Benefits:

• All-in-one solution: Combines routing, security, and application services in a single device, reducing hardware costs and complexity.  
• Scalability: NIM slots allow you to customize the router with additional interfaces and services as your needs grow.  
• Security: Integrated security features help protect your network from threats.  
• Application optimization: AppX and WAAS improve application performance and user experience.  
• SD-WAN readiness: Supports Cisco SD-WAN solutions for simplified management and optimized WAN connectivity.  

Technical Specifications (General):

• Throughput: 50-100 Mbps
• WAN/LAN Ports: 2 x GE
• SFP Ports: 1
• NIM Slots: 2
• Memory: 4GB DRAM (default), 8GB DRAM (maximum)  
• Flash Memory: 4GB (default), 8GB (maximum)  
• Dimensions: 1.75″ (1RU) x 14.5″ x 11.6″
• Weight: Approximately 9.19 kg

Use Cases:

• Branch Offices: Ideal for small to medium-sized branch offices requiring a comprehensive networking solution.  
• Small Businesses: Suitable for small businesses that need a secure and reliable router with integrated services.  
• Teleworkers: Can be used to provide secure remote access to corporate networks.