Overview
Overview of Cisco Catalyst C8200L-1N-4T Edge Router | New
The Cisco Catalyst C8200L-1N-4T Edge Router is a compact 1RU branch edge platform designed for cloud-connected, secure WAN and SD-WAN installations. It gives small and medium branches flexible connection and space to expand by combining two 1G SFP ports, two 1G RJ-45 ports, one NIM slot and one PIM slot. The C8200L-1N-4T, which is powered by Cisco IOS XE and optimized for SD-WAN and SASE-ready architectures, adds enterprise-grade security, automation and performance while making branch networking easier. It is intended for usage in retail, branch offices and distributed enterprises where dependability and effective administration are important.
Key Features of Cisco Catalyst C8200L-1N-4T Edge Router
• 1RU compact edge router design for space-efficient branch deployments.
• 2 x 1G SFP ports and 2 x 1G RJ-45 ports for flexible WAN and LAN connectivity.
• 1 NIM slot and 1 PIM slot for modular expansion, including LTE/5G, voice, DSL, serial and Ethernet modules.
• Cisco IOS XE platform with centralized SD-WAN management and zero-touch provisioning.
• Built-in security capabilities including next-generation firewall, IPS/IDS, URL filtering and MACsec.
• SASE-ready architecture for secure cloud edge connectivity.
• Up to 500 Mbps SD-WAN/IPsec throughput and support for large overlay tunnel counts in branch use cases.
• 4-core Intel x86 processor architecture for branch routing and application-aware networking.
Benefits of Cisco Catalyst C8200L-1N-4T Edge Router
🗹 Simplifies branch connectivity by combining WAN, LAN, and modular expansion in one compact edge router.
🗹 Strengthens security with integrated firewalling, IPS and traffic filtering for distributed sites.
🗹 Improves application performance with SD-WAN features that optimize routing for business traffic.
🗹 Reduces deployment effort through zero-touch provisioning and centralized management.
🗹 Future-proofs branch networks with modular support for cellular and other expansion options.
🗹 Fits easily into small offices and retail spaces due to the compact 1RU form factor.
Specifications
Specifications for Cisco Catalyst C8200L-1N-4T Edge Router | New
| Manufacturer | Cisco |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C8200L-1N-4T |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst C8200L-1N-4T Edge Router |
| Product Type | Networking Switch |
Enclosure Type | Rack-mountable - 1U |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Performance | IPsec throughput (1400Bytes, clear text): 1 Gbps ¦ SD-WAN IPsec throughput (IMIX, clear text): 900 Mbps ¦ IPv4 forwarding throughput (1400-byte packet size): 6 Gbps |
Capacity | SD-WAN overlay tunnels scale: 4000 ¦ IPsec SVTI tunnels: 4000 ¦ Access Control Entries (ACEs) per system (IPv4): 72000 ¦ IPv4 routes: 1600000 ¦ IPv6 routes: 1500000 ¦ Queues: 16000 ¦ NAT sessions: 1200000 ¦ Firewall sessions: 512000 ¦ Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) entries: 4000 |
Network / Transport Protocol | RSVP, NTP, IPSec, PPPoE, DHCP, DNS, L2TPv3, RTCP |
Routing Protocol | OSPF, RIP, IS-IS, RIP-2, BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, DVMRP, VRRP, IGMPv3, GRE, OSPFv3, policy-based routing (PBR), MPLS, Bidirectional Forwarding Detection (BFD) |
Remote Management Protocol | SNMP, SCP, OMP |
Encryption Algorithm | DES, Triple DES, MD5, IKE, TLS, SHA-1, PKI, 128-bit AES, SHA-2, 1024-bit RSA, 2048-bit RSA, 256-bit SHA, 256-bit AES-GCM, 256-bit AES-CBC, 512-bit SHA, ESP, 748-bit RSA, 384-bit SHA, ECDSA 256-bit, ECDSA 384-bit, HMAC |
Authentication Method | Secure Shell (SSH), RADIUS |
Features | NAT support, PAT support, Syslog support, URL filtering, Class-Based Weighted Fair Queuing (CBWFQ), Weighted Random Early Detection (WRED), Access Control List (ACL) support, Quality of Service (QoS), DHCP server, Bidirectional Forwarding Detection (BFD), DHCP client, Forward Error Correction (FEC), Class of Service (CoS), Call Admission Control (CAC), Flexible NetFlow (FNF), Application Visibility and Control (AVC), Source-Specific Multicast (SSM), Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (AAA), Hierarchical Quality of Service (HQoS), Encapsulated Remote SPAN (ERSPAN), Embedded Event Manager (EEM), Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM), Ethernet Virtual Connections (EVC), Cisco IOS IP Service-Level Agreements (IPSLA), Network-Based Application Recognition (NBAR), Datagram Transport Layer Security (DTLS), Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), High-Level Data Link Control (HDLC), Multilink Point-to-Point Protocol (MLPPP), Multilink Frame Relay (MLFR), Application Aware Routing (AAR), Interactive Voice Response (IVR), Service Advertisement Framework (SAF), Secure Unique Device Identification (SUDI) |
Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ah, IEEE 802.1ag, EN 61000-3-2, IEC 61000-3-2, EN55024, EN 61000-6-1, AS/NZS 60950-1, ICES-003 Class A, UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, FDA, FCC CFR47 Part 15 A, CNS 13438 Class A, EN 300 386, KN35, IEC/EN 61000-4-3, IEC/EN 61000-4-4, IEC/EN 61000-4-5, IEC/EN 61000-4-6, IEC/EN 61000-4-8, AS/NZS CISPR 32 Class A, KN32 Class A, IEC/EN 61000-4-11, IEC/EN 61000-4-2, EN 55032, CISPR 32 Class A, VCCI-CISPR 32:2016 Class A, EN 55035, IEC/EN 61000-3-3, IEC/EN 60825, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 |
Processor | Intel |
RAM | 8 GB (installed) / 32 GB (max) |
Flash Memory | 8 GB |
Hard Drive | 16 GB |
VoIP Protocols | SRTP |
Interfaces | WAN: 4 x Ethernet 1000 |
Expansion Slots | 1 (total) / 1 (free) x NIM ¦ 1 (total) / 1 (free) x Pluggable Interface Module (PIM) |
Installed Modules Qty (Max) | 0 (installed) / 2 (max) |
Power Device | Internal power supply - 100 Watt |
Installed Qty | 1 (max) |
Voltage Required | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
MTBF | 692,577 hours |
OS Required | Cisco IOS XE 17.4.1 |
Width | 17.2 in |
Depth | 11.8 in |
Height | 1.7 in |
Weight | 10.01 lbs |
Min Operating Temperature | 32 °F |
Max Operating Temperature | 104 °F |
Humidity Range Operating | 5 - 85% (non-condensing) |
User Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Cisco Catalyst C8200L-1N-4T Edge Router
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
What is the Cisco Catalyst C8200L-1N-4T primarily used for?
The router is designed for secure edge connectivity, branch networking, SD-WAN deployments and enterprise WAN services.
How many Ethernet ports are available?
The C8200L-1N-4T includes four Gigabit Ethernet ports.
Does the router support Cisco SD-WAN?
Yes. The platform is designed to support Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN deployments.
Is the router suitable for branch offices?
Yes. It is specifically engineered for branch office and distributed enterprise environments.
Can the router support cloud-based applications?
Yes. It is optimized for hybrid cloud and SaaS application connectivity.
Does the platform provide secure WAN connectivity?
Yes. Integrated security features help protect business communications and network traffic.
Is VPN functionality supported?
Yes. The router supports secure VPN connectivity for remote users and branch locations.
Can it be used in retail environments?
Yes. Retail organizations frequently deploy Catalyst edge routers to support secure store connectivity.
Is the router suitable for healthcare organizations?
Yes. Healthcare facilities benefit from its secure networking and reliable connectivity capabilities.
Does the C8200L-1N-4T support IPv6?
Yes. It supports both IPv4 and IPv6 networking environments.
Can administrators centrally manage the router?
Yes. Centralized management tools simplify configuration, monitoring and policy enforcement.
Does the router support application-aware routing?
Yes. It can intelligently prioritize and route traffic based on application requirements.
Is the platform designed for hybrid work environments?
Yes. It helps organizations securely connect remote workers and distributed locations.
Can the router improve network performance?
Yes. Intelligent routing and SD-WAN capabilities help optimize application and network performance.
Does the platform support business continuity initiatives?
Yes. Advanced routing and WAN optimization features help maintain connectivity and service availability.
What operating system does the router use?
The platform operates on Cisco IOS XE software.
Can it connect multiple branch locations?
Yes. The router is designed to support distributed enterprise networking architectures.
Is the C8200L-1N-4T suitable for growing organizations?
Yes. Its scalable architecture supports evolving networking requirements.
Does the router integrate with Cisco networking ecosystems?
Yes. It works seamlessly with Cisco SD-WAN, security, and management solutions.
Why choose the Cisco Catalyst C8200L-1N-4T Edge Router?
The Cisco Catalyst C8200L-1N-4T combines secure WAN connectivity, SD-WAN readiness, advanced routing intelligence, cloud optimization, enterprise-grade security and Cisco reliability, making it an ideal solution for organizations modernizing their branch and edge networking infrastructure.