Cisco 15454-AIC Alarm Interface Controller Module

The Cisco Alarm Interface Control Module (model 15454-AIC) is a compact, high-performance solution that integrates alarm signaling with Cisco network infrastructure. Designed for seamless connection to Cisco Catalyst switches, this module enables reliable alarm monitoring and management for mission-critical environments such as data centers, enterprise campuses, and industrial facilities.

Key Features

• Native integration with Cisco IOS for streamlined configuration and monitoring
• Supports up to 8 alarm contacts and 4 alarm relay outputs
• Provides both active high and active low signaling options
• LED status indicators for power, alarm, and fault conditions
• Hot-swap capable for zero-downtime maintenance
• Secure management via SSH, SNMP v2/v3, and web-based GUI

Technical Specifications

• Model number: 15454-AIC
• Form factor: 1RU line card for Catalyst 6500/6800 series
• Power consumption: max 5 watts
• Operating temperature: 0 to 55 deg C (32 to 131 deg F)
• Humidity: 10 to 90 percent non-condensing
• Input voltage: 48 VDC (compatible with standard alarm panels)
• Connector type: RJ-45 and terminal block options

Applications

• Environmental monitoring for temperature, humidity, and water leakage detection
• Security systems integration with fire alarms, intrusion detection, and access control
• Power management alerts for UPS, generators, and PDU failures
• Network infrastructure monitoring to trigger alarms on link failures or device outages
• Industrial automation where real-time alarm signaling is critical for safety and compliance