
Cisco Systems 2901 Integrated Service Router
Description
Cisco Systems 2901 Integrated Service Router
Specifications
Cisco 2901 Integrated Services Router (ISR)
- Model: Cisco 2901 ISR
- Weight: 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) (Base unit without additional modules)
- Platform Compatibility: Cisco IOS Software
- Purpose: All-in-one networking solution for medium-sized businesses, branch offices, and small enterprises. Supports voice, video, security, and data services.
1. System Overview
- The Cisco 2901 ISR is a modular, high-performance router designed for small to medium-sized branch offices. It integrates a variety of network services in a single platform, offering enhanced performance, security, and flexibility. With modular interfaces, it allows for easy scaling and customization to meet the specific needs of a growing business.
Primary Use Case:
- Designed for branch offices and small enterprises needing reliable and scalable routing with integrated security and other services such as voice, video, and data.
- Service Integration:
- Combines multiple network services such as security, wireless, data, voice, and video in one device.
- 2. Key Features
- Modular Design:
2 Enhanced High-Speed WAN Interface Card (EHWIC) slots and 2 HWIC slots for flexibility and expansion of network interfaces.
- Expandable with service modules and network interface cards (e.g., for DSL, T1/E1, Gigabit Ethernet, etc.).
- Performance & Scalability:
Dual-core processor to provide high performance for routing, security, and application services.
- Up to 2 Gbps of throughput depending on configuration and installed features.
- Security Integration:
Built-in VPN, firewall, and IPS (Intrusion Prevention System) for enterprise-class security.
- AES and 3DES encryption support for secure VPN connections.
- Supports Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) and Secure SD-WAN.
- High Availability & Flexibility:
Dual Gigabit Ethernet (GE) ports for reliable, high-speed connectivity.
- Integrated power over Ethernet (PoE) support (optional) for powering devices such as IP phones or wireless access points.
- Unified Communications & Collaboration:
Supports voice and video services through the Cisco Unified Communications platform (optional).
- Integrated digital signal processing (DSP) for VoIP (Voice over IP) services.
- 3. Hardware Specifications
- Processor:
Dual-core processor optimized for routing, security, and data services.
- Memory:
512 MB DRAM (expandable to 2 GB).
- 256 MB Flash memory (expandable to 1 GB).
- Interfaces:
2 Gigabit Ethernet (GE) ports (10/100/1000) for high-speed LAN or WAN connections.
- 1 Console port for management and initial setup.
- 1 Auxiliary (AUX) port for out-of-band management.
- 2 EHWIC slots for high-speed WAN interface cards (e.g., DSL, T1/E1, etc.).
- 2 HWIC slots for additional expansion.
- Optional 1 USB port for storage or configuration backup.
- Power Supply:
100-240V AC, auto-sensing power supply.
- Maximum Power Consumption: 30W (without additional modules installed).
- Optional PoE (Power over Ethernet) support for powering IP phones, cameras, or access points.
- Cooling:
Active cooling with an internal fan to maintain optimal operating temperature.
- Rack Mountable:
Supports both desktop and rack-mounted configurations.
- 4. Software Specifications
- Cisco IOS Software:
Supports Cisco IOS IP Base for basic routing and security features, including dynamic routing (RIP, EIGRP, OSPF), NAT, and ACLs.
- Optional Cisco IOS Security, Advanced IP Services, and Unified Communications feature sets for enhanced functionality.
- Routing Protocols:
RIP (Routing Information Protocol)
- EIGRP (Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol)
- OSPF (Open Shortest Path First)
- BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) for routing across multiple ISPs or networks.
- VPN & Security:
Supports IPSec VPN for secure site-to-site communication.
- SSL VPN for secure remote access.
- NAT (Network Address Translation) for address translation between internal and external networks.
- Built-in firewall with stateful inspection.
- Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) for advanced threat detection and mitigation.
- Quality of Service (QoS):
Advanced traffic shaping and prioritization for voice, video, and data traffic to ensure optimal performance.
- Bandwidth management and traffic policing.
- Unified Communications (Optional):
Support for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) for voice and video services.
- VoIP and video conferencing integration, including Cisco Unified Border Element (CUBE) for SIP trunking.
- 5. Physical Dimensions
- Height: 1.73 in (4.4 cm)
- Width: 10.5 in (26.7 cm)
- Depth: 9.6 in (24.4 cm)
- Weight: 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg)
- 6. Environmental Specifications
- Operating Temperature Range:
32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
- Storage Temperature Range:
-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
- Operating Humidity:
10% to 85% (non-condensing)
- Storage Humidity:
5% to 95% (non-condensing)
- 7. Certification and Compliance
- Regulatory Compliance:
CE (European Conformity)
- UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
- FCC (Federal Communications Commission)
- RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)
- Environmental Standards:
Energy Star compliant.
- WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) compliant.
- 8. Warranty and Support
- Warranty:
- 1-Year Cisco Limited Hardware Warranty with return-to-base (RTB) for repair/replacement.
Software Updates:
- Covered for software updates for 1 year, with extended support available via SMARTnet.