Cisco Router C8300-2N2S-4T2X Multi-Gigabit Ports , SD-WAN & Cloud Edge Support

Cisco Router C8300-2N2S-4T2X Multi-Gigabit Ports , SD-WAN & Cloud Edge Support

The Cisco C8300-2N2S-4T2X is a high-performance edge router designed for enterprise WAN aggregation, SD-WAN deployments, and cloud-edge networking. Combining multi-gigabit interface flexibility, SDN automation, and carrier-grade security, it bridges traditional routing with modern cloud demands.

Key Features & Benefits

1. Multi-Gigabit Port Density

   • 2x 100G QSFP28 (for high-speed uplinks)

   • 2x 10G SFP+ & 4x 1G RJ45 (flexible service access)

   • 2x 10G/1G SFP+ combo ports (multi-rate support)

2. SD-WAN & Cloud Edge Ready

   • Supports Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) and third-party VNFs (virtualized firewalls, WAN optimizers).

   • Cisco IOS XR for modular automation, ZTP (Zero Touch Provisioning), and API-driven management.

3. Carrier-Grade Security

   • Hardware-accelerated IPsec/MACsec encryption.

   • Integrated threat defense with Cisco Secure Firewall and TALOS intelligence.

4. 5G & IoT Edge Support

   • SyncE/1588v2 for 5G mobile backhaul.

   • Containerized workloads (Kubernetes) for edge computing.

Technical Specifications (C8300-2N2S-4T2X)

Use Cases

• Enterprise WAN Edge: SD-WAN aggregation with secure branch connectivity.

• Service Providers: IP/MPLS edge, 5G xHaul, and BNG (Broadband Network Gateway).

• Cloud Gateway: Secure hybrid cloud connectivity with AWS/Azure integration.

Why Choose Cisco C8300?

• Future-Proof: Scalable from 1G to 100G with pay-as-you-grow licensing.

• Eco-System: Integrates with Cisco DNA Center, Crosswork, and ThousandEyes.

• TCO Optimization: Energy-efficient design (Energy Star compliant) and reduced OpEx via automation.