Cisco C8200-1N-4T Catalyst 8200 Series Edge Router

The C8200-1N-4T Catalyst 8200 Series Router supports 2500 IPsec SVTI tunnels, 4000 ACLs per system, and up to 4M IPv4 routes with 32GB memory. It offers robust performance with 8K queues, 2M NAT sessions, and 512K firewall sessions. Backed by a 1-year warranty and 7-day quality guarantee, it ensures reliable networking for enterprises.

Original price was: KSh 230,000.00.Current price is: KSh 228,000.00.

Category: Edge Router Brand: Cisco

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Key Highlights & Features

SD-WAN Optimized: This is the primary role of the Catalyst 8200 series. It is engineered to deliver optimal application experience for cloud and on-premises applications through intelligent path selection, application-aware routing, and integrated security.
Integrated Security: It provides robust, built-in security features including Application Visibility and Control (AVC), Cisco Umbrella integration for DNS-layer security, Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA), and a path to SD-WAN with SASE (Secure Access Service Edge).
Unified Communications Ready: With sufficient processing power and advanced Quality of Service (QoS), it ensures high-quality voice and video conferencing (e.g., Webex) even under congested network conditions.
Compact, Fixed Form Factor: The -1N-4T model is a compact 1-Rack-Unit (1RU) device with a specific set of built-in interfaces, making it ideal for space-constrained branch offices.

Detailed Specifications Breakdown

Category	Specification
General
Vendor & Series	Cisco Catalyst 8200 Series Edge Platform
Specific Model	C8200-1N-4T
Form Factor	1-Rack Unit (1RU)
Best For	Enterprise Branch SD-WAN, Secure WAN Aggregation
Performance
Throughput	High (e.g., multi-gigabit level for data and encrypted traffic). Specific performance tiers depend on the license.
Key Technology	Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) E-Series Blades architecture for compute power.
Hardware & Interfaces
Fixed Interfaces	-1N-4T denotes: • 1x 1 Gigabit Ethernet / 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ Slot (<b>1N</b> – ‘N’ for Network) • 4x 1 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 Ports (<b>4T</b> – ‘T’ for Twisted Pair)
Network Module Slots	1 x Expansion Module Slot (for adding interfaces like additional SFP+, 5G/LTE modems, etc.)
Other Ports	Console, USB Type-A and Type-C, Enhanced Service Module (ESM) slot for compute.
Software & Features
Operating System	Cisco IOS® XE (The modern, programmable OS that provides a foundation for SD-WAN and security)
Key Applications	Cisco SD-WAN, VPN (IPsec, DMVPN), Advanced Routing (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), QoS, AVC, Cisco Umbrella
Redundancy
Power Supplies	Single, fixed power supply. (Redundancy may require a different SKU or an external RPS).
Fans	Single, fixed fan tray.

Who Is This Router For?

Medium to Large Enterprise Branch Offices: To connect remote branches to the data center or cloud via secure SD-WAN tunnels.
Organizations adopting SD-WAN/SASE: Companies looking to replace traditional MPLS connections with more agile and secure internet-based WANs.
Businesses requiring application reliability: Those that need guaranteed performance for critical applications like VoIP, video conferencing, and SaaS tools (e.g., Office 365, Salesforce).

Important Considerations / Limitations

Not for Home or Small Office: This is an enterprise-grade device with a corresponding price tag and complexity. It is not a consumer product.
Licensing is Critical: Like all modern Cisco gear, functionality is heavily dependent on licensing (DNA Essentials, Advantage, SD-WAN add-ons). The initial hardware cost is only part of the total cost of ownership.
Expertise Required: Configuration and management require a skilled network engineer familiar with Cisco CLI and/or the Cisco vManage SD-WAN controller.
Fixed Configuration: The -1N-4T has a specific port layout. If more or different ports are needed, a different model (e.g., C8200-1N-4S4W) or an expansion module must be considered.

Comparison Context: Catalyst 8200 vs. Other Cisco Series

Feature	Cisco Catalyst C8200-1N-4T	Cisco ASR 1000 Series	Cisco ISR 1000 Series
Target Market	Enterprise WAN Edge	Service Provider Edge	Small Branch / SMB
Primary Use Case	SD-WAN, Secure Branch	Internet Peering, Aggregation	Basic Connectivity, VPN
Performance Scale	Medium to High Enterprise	Very High / Carrier	Low to Medium
Form Factor	Compact, Fixed	Larger, Often Modular	Very Compact, Fixed

Verdict

The Cisco Catalyst C8200-1N-4T is a powerful and strategic router for modernizing the enterprise WAN edge. It moves beyond simple connectivity to become an intelligent, application-aware, and secure gateway for branch offices. It is an ideal choice for organizations deploying Cisco’s SD-WAN solution to improve application performance, reduce costs, and strengthen security across their distributed network.