Cisco C8355-G2 Secure Router
A fixed, fanless 1RU secure router built for large branch deployments where silence matters. Powered by Cisco's secure networking processor, the C8355-G2 delivers 38 Gbps forwarding, 20 Gbps IPsec, and 3.9 Gbps threat protection with 10 built-in ports and hardware-accelerated security.
Product Overview
Secure Networking Processor
Built on an all-new secure networking processor delivering 38 Gbps forwarding and 20 Gbps IPsec throughput with hardware-accelerated security.
Fanless Design
Completely fanless operation makes the C8355-G2 ideal for noise-sensitive large branch environments such as open offices and retail locations.
Platform-Level Security
Hardware-native NGFW, IPS, URL filtering, and AMP deliver 3.9 Gbps threat protection. Post-quantum cryptography readiness safeguards against future threats.
Rich Port Density
10 built-in ports: 4x 10G SFP/SFP+, 4x 5G mGig RJ-45, and 2x 1G RJ-45 provide high-throughput WAN, flex, and LAN connectivity without modules.
AI/ML Offload
Offload AI and ML tasks to the secure networking processor for faster response times and intelligent network operations at the branch edge.
Flexible Management
Manage via IOS XE CLI, Catalyst SD-WAN Manager, or infrastructure-as-code. Unified licensing across all management modes.
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