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Table 2. Architectural Highlights
Architectural Features
Benefits/Description
Multicore processors
● High-performance multicore processors support high-speed WAN connections. The data plane uses an
emulated QuantumFlow Processor (QFP) that delivers application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC)-like
performance that does not degrade as services are added.
Embedded IP Security (IPsec)
VPN hardware acceleration
● Increases scalability. When combined with an optional Cisco IOS XE Software Security license, enables
WAN link security and VPN services.
Integrated Gigabit Ethernet
ports
● The Cisco 4000 Family provides up to four 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports for WAN or LAN.
● Based on the platform, some of the 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports can support Small Form-Factor
Pluggable (SFP)-based connectivity in addition to RJ-45 connections, enabling fiber or copper
connectivity.
● Depending on the platform, PoE can be enabled as an option on up to two of the four ports.
● An additional dedicated Gigabit Ethernet port is provided for device management.
USB-based console access
● A mini type-B USB console port supports management connectivity when traditional serial ports are not
available.
● Traditional console and auxiliary ports are also available.
Optional integrated power
supply for distribution of PoE
● An optional upgrade to the internal power supply provides inline power (802.3af-compliant PoE or
802.3at-compliant PoE+) to optional integrated switch modules.
● Redundant PoE conversion modules provide an additional layer of fault tolerance.
● Optional PoE on two front Gigabit Ethernet interfaces provides power to external devices such as fourth-
generation (4G) LTE routers.
Optional integrated redundant
power supply (RPS)
● For the ISR 4400 Series, power redundancy is available by installing an optional integrated RPS for
decreasing network downtime and protecting the network from power failures.
● Optional PoE boost mode increases total PoE capacity to up to 1000W.
Cisco Enhanced Services
Module (SM-X)
● Each service-module slot offers high data-throughput capability of up to 10 Gbps toward the system and
up to 1 Gbps to other module slots.
● Support for both single- and double-wide service modules provides flexibility in deployment options.
● The interface density can be increased with an optional carrier card that supports network interface
modules in a service-module slot.
● Service modules support online insertion and removal (OIR), avoiding network disruption when installing
new or replacement modules.
Cisco Network Interface
Modules (NIMs)
● Cisco NIMs evolve the small form factor pluggable (SFP) modules for increased port density and module
capability compared to previous generations.
● Up to three integrated NIM slots on the Cisco 4000 Family allow for flexible configurations.
● Each NIM slot offers high-data-throughput capability, up to 1 Gbps toward the route processor and to
other module slots.
● NIMs support OIR.
● Special NIMs add support solid-state drives (SSDs) and hard disk drives (HDDs).
Cisco Integrated Services Card
(ISC) slot on motherboard
● ISC natively supports the new Cisco High-Density Packet Voice Digital Signal Processor Modules
(PVDM4s), providing greater-density rich-media voice.
● Each ISC slot connects to the system architecture through an up-to 2-Gbps link.
● Future modules can be hosted on the ISC slot, improving system functions.
Flash memory support
● A single flash memory slot is available to support high-speed storage densities, upgradable to up to
32 GB.
● Two USB type A 2.0 ports provide secure token capabilities and convenient storage.
DRAM
● For the ISR 4400 Series, the default control-plane memory is 4 GB, upgradable to 16 GB to provide
additional scalability for control-plane features. The default data-plane memory is 2 GB.
● For the ISR 4300 Series, the default memory is 4 GB, upgradable to 16 GB to provide additional
scalability.
Managing your Cisco ISR 4000 Family ISRs
The Cisco network management applications listed at the top of Table 3 are standalone products that can be
purchased or downloaded to manage your Cisco network devices. The applications are built specifically for the
different operational phases; select those that best fit your needs. Those management capabilities listed under the
“Cisco IOS Software XE Embedded Management” heading are directly integrated into the routers’ software
operating system.