Cisco C8455-G2 Secure Router
A compact 1RU secure router optimized for campus internet edge and WAN aggregation. Powered by a secure networking processor with hardware-accelerated security, PQC readiness, and flexible IOS XE or Catalyst SD-WAN management.
Product Overview
Secure Networking Processor
All-new secure networking processor delivers hardware-accelerated security and networking with 67 Gbps forwarding and 31 Gbps IPsec throughput.
Campus Internet Edge
Optimized for campus environments with secure, reliable connectivity between campus networks and external networks, supporting thousands of users and devices.
PQC Ready
Post-quantum cryptography readiness protects your infrastructure against future quantum computing threats with hardware-level support.
Compact 12" Depth
At just 12 inches deep, the C8455-G2 fits in shallow racks and wiring closets while delivering enterprise-class routing performance.
Flexible Management
Manage via IOS XE CLI, Catalyst SD-WAN Manager, or infrastructure-as-code with unified licensing across all management modes.
WAN Aggregation
Secure WAN aggregation for thousands of users and devices with internet peering across multiple ISPs for network resiliency.
Features and Benefits
Secure networking simplified for campus edge.
The C8455-G2 delivers robust, platform-level security, advanced performance engineering through routing and SD-WAN, and flexible management to seamlessly scale and grow.
67 Gbps Forwarding
Hardware-accelerated forwarding at 67 Gbps (512B) for wire-rate performance across all 12 WAN ports.
Hardware-Accelerated Security
31 Gbps IPsec and 15.5 Gbps SD-WAN throughput with deep packet inspection and flexible NetFlow.
Quantum-Safe Security
PQC-ready hardware ensures your network is protected against emerging quantum computing threats today and tomorrow.
AI/ML Offload
Offload AI and ML tasks for faster response times, enabling intelligent network operations at the edge.
ENERGY STAR Certified
Meets energy-efficiency specifications with 80 PLUS Platinum/Titanium certified power supplies and bezel-free design.
Programmable
NETCONF/YANG, RESTCONF, gNMI, and streaming telemetry for full network automation and infrastructure-as-code.
Feature & Benefit Details
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Ordering Information
C8455-G2
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Documentation
Data Sheet
Cisco 8400 Series Secure Routers Data Sheet. Full specifications, models, management, licensing, and ordering information.
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