| Feature |
Benefit |
| Versatility |
- Network Interfaces are field-upgradable to accommodate future technologies while providing solutions for today
- Additional Interfaces can be added on a "pay as you grow" basis to allow network growth
- LAN and WAN interface configuration is easily customized for individual needs
|
|
WAN Interface cards and Network Modules Shared with Cisco 1600 and 2600 Series Routers
|
- Reduced cost of maintaining inventory of Cisco 1600, 2600, and 3600 Series modular components
- Lower training costs for support personnel
|
|
DC Power Supply Option
|
- Allows deployment of DC power environments such as telecommunications carrier central offices
|
| Power |
|
High-Performance RISC Architecture
|
- Support for advanced QoS features such as RSVP, WFQ, CAR, and IP Precedence to reduce recurring WAN costs
- Enables security features such as data encryption, tunneling, and Radius, TACACS, and AAA to protect data assets
- Integration of legacy networks via data link switching plus (DLSW+) and Advanced Peer-to-Peer Networking (APPN)
- High-speed Fast Ethernet to Fast Ethernet routing (50-70kpps) for maximum scalability
|
|
Full Cisco IOS Support
|
- Provides the widest array of networking and
routing protocol support in the industry for large-scale end-to-end
network solutions
|
| Manageability |
|
Integrated DSU/CSUs and NT1 Options
|
- Enables remote management of all CPE elements for higher network availability and lower operational costs
|
|
Modem Management, Including Modem Statistics, Real-Time Call in
Progress, Monitoring Modem Activity Log and Modem Hard/Soft Busy Out.
|
- Enhanced monitoring of modem call progress and statistics in real time to reduce problem detection and resolution time
|
|
Support for CiscoWorks, CiscoWorks2000, and CiscoView
|
- Allows simplified management of all integrated and stackable components
|
|
Support for Cisco Voice Manager (CVM)
|
- Reduces the costs of deploying and managing integrated voice/data solutions
|
|
Enhanced Setup Feature
|
- Context-sensitive questions guide the user through the router configuration process, allowing faster deployment
|
|
Autoinstall
|
- Configures remote routers automatically across a WAN connection to save the cost of sending technical staff to remote sites
|
| Reliability |
|
Redundant Power Supply Options
|
- RPS unit can be shared with other network
components such as the Cisco Catalyst 1900, 2500, 2600, and 4000 Series
to protect the network from downtime due to power failures
|
|
Dial-on-Demand Routing
|
- Allows automatic backup of WAN connections in
case of a primary link failure. Supported over ISDN, or low and high
speed asynchronous/synchronous lines
|
|
Dual Bank Flash memory
|
- Backup copy of Cisco IOS can be stored in Flash memory
|
| Ergonomic Design |
|
LED Status Indicators
|
- Provides at-a-glance indications for power, RPS status, network activity, and interface status
|
|
All Network Interfaces Located on Back of Unit
|
- Simplifies installation and cable management for maximum uptime
|
|
Easy-to-Open Chassis Design
|
- Allows fast and easy access for installation or upgrading of Flash or DRAM memory
|
