Cisco 1941K9 Integrated Services Router with 4 Fast Ethernet Ports, Dual WAN, 2 Mini-GBIC Slots, 8 MB Flash

Product Overview

The Cisco 1941 Integrated Services Router (ISR) is a world-class networking solution designed to meet the evolving needs of modern small-to-medium sized businesses and enterprise branch offices. As part of the Cisco ISR G2 (Generation 2) portfolio, the 1941K9 offers a highly modular platform that delivers accelerated hardware encryption, high-performance data processing, and energy-efficient operation. This router is engineered to provide a secure, robust foundation for your network, ensuring that your business remains connected and productive while reducing the total cost of ownership.

Key Features and Benefits

• High Performance: Equipped with multi-core processors, the 1941K9 supports high-speed WAN environments and concurrent services without compromising throughput.
• Advanced Security: Features embedded hardware-based encryption acceleration for IPSec VPNs, providing secure branch-to-branch communication and data protection.
• Modular Flexibility: Includes two enhanced High-Speed WAN Interface Card (EHWIC) slots that support a wide variety of modules, including wireless LAN, 3G/4G, and high-density serial connections.
• Energy Efficiency: Designed with intelligent power management, allowing users to control power to modules based on the time of day, significantly reducing operational costs.
• Integrated Services: Supports the Cisco IOS Universal Image, allowing for simplified deployment and easy activation of software features like security and application performance through license keys.

Technical Specifications

• Model Number: CISCO1941/K9
• Ethernet Ports: 2 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports
• Expansion Slots: 2 x EHWIC slots (backward compatible with HWIC and WIC modules)
• Internal Service Module Slot: 1 x ISM slot for specialized internal services
• Memory: 512 MB Default DRAM (expandable to 2.0 GB)
• Flash Memory: 256 MB Default (expandable to 8.0 GB via CompactFlash)
• USB Ports: 2 x USB Type A ports and 1 x USB Type B (console) port
• Console/Auxiliary Ports: 1 x RJ-45 Console port and 1 x RJ-45 Auxiliary port

Ideal Applications

The Cisco 1941K9 is the perfect choice for organizations looking to scale their infrastructure. It is ideally suited for secure branch office connectivity, providing a reliable gateway for cloud services and remote data access. It excels in multi-service environments where voice, data, and security must coexist on a single platform. Additionally, its modular nature makes it an excellent investment for growing businesses that require a flexible network that can adapt to future technological shifts without requiring a full hardware overhaul.