Cisco C8500-12X High-Performance Aggregation Edge Router | Microlines Infotech
The Cisco C8500-12X is an active, enterprise-grade High-Performance Aggregation Edge Router from the Catalyst 8500 Series, specifically built for modern enterprise branch offices, WAN aggregation hubs, and campus core deployments. Delivering rated performance up to 20 Gbps SD-WAN IPsec / 120 Gbps IPv4 Forwarding Throughput, the C8500-12X powers secure SD-WAN architecture, multi-cloud interconnectivity, and encrypted WAN traffic enforcement.
Designed for deployment in high-throughput enterprise core sd-wan gateway & wan aggregation, this edge platform seamlessly integrates into enterprise IT networks. It features centralized management via Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager / Cisco DNA Center / CLI, application-aware routing, dynamic IPsec VPN encryption, and advanced Threat Defense to ensure end-to-end network security and 99.999% operational uptime.
Key Features
- Enterprise Routing Throughput: Delivers rated speeds of 20 Gbps SD-WAN IPsec / 120 Gbps IPv4 Forwarding Throughput for high-demand SD-WAN & WAN edge traffic.
- Flexible Interface Density: Equipped with 12 x 1/10G SFP+ WAN/LAN Ports and 12 x 1G/10G SFP+ Dedicated Ports uplinks for flexible WAN transport.
- Catalyst SD-WAN Integration: Native support for Cisco vManage cloud orchestration and Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP).
- Advanced Enterprise Security: Embedded Layer 3/4/7 firewall, IPsec VPN encryption, SSL inspection, and Umbrella integration.
- Physical Reliability & Form Factor: Rack-mountable 1RU chassis design with Dual Redundant Power Supplies Supported for enterprise high availability.
Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Series | Catalyst 8500 Series |
| Model | C8500-12X |
| Product Type | High-Performance Aggregation Edge Router |
| Interface Ports | 12 x 1/10G SFP+ WAN/LAN Ports |
| Uplink Configuration | 12 x 1G/10G SFP+ Dedicated Ports |
| PoE Support | None / Non-PoE |
| Switching/Routing Layer | Layer 3 High-Speed WAN Core Routing & SD-WAN |
| Rated Performance | 20 Gbps SD-WAN IPsec / 120 Gbps IPv4 Forwarding Throughput |
| Management Platform | Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager / Cisco DNA Center / CLI |
| Redundancy & HA | Dual Redundant Power Supplies Supported |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable 1RU |
| License Requirements | Cisco DNA Software Subscription (Advantage / Premier) |
| Lifecycle Status | Active / Current Orderable Product |
Typical Applications
- Enterprise Branch Office WAN Edge & SD-WAN Gateway
- Regional Headquarter & Multi-Cloud Connectivity Hub
- High-Density IPsec VPN Aggregation & Encryption
- Campus Core 10G/100G High-Speed Routing
- Secure Direct Internet Access (DIA) & Cloud Edge Security
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