Cisco 812 CiFi Integrated Services Routers (3G-3.7G Cellular and Wi-Fi) Data Sheet

Enabling

The Cisco 812 CiFi (Cellular with Wi-Fi) Integrated Services Router (ISR) is available in standalone 3.7G or 3G/3.7G with dual 802.11n radio Wi-Fi in AP form factors. It offers the full features of Cisco IOS Software combined with 3G and wireless LAN management capabilities. The 812 CiFi ISR supports latest 3G standards (High-Speed Packet Access Plus [HSPA+] release 7 and Evolution Data Optimized [EVDO] Rev A) combined with Cisco Enterprise-class wireless LAN solutions.

The Wi-Fi capability of the 812 builds on the Cisco heritage of proactive interference protection with support for Cisco CleanAir technology. These innovative access points provide high-performance 802.11n connectivity for mission-critical mobility solutions, including:

●    3.7G HSPA+ release 7 or EVDO Rev A for cellular WAN backup or primary backhaul connection

●    External dual 3G antennas for superior signal strength connectivity with receive diversity

●    A dual subscriber identity module (SIM) capability that allows two service providers to offer services in one platform (for Global GSM models)

●    Dual 802.11n radio support concurrent 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz with embedded 2X3 multiple input, multiple output (MIMO)

●    10/100/1000 IOS Gigabit Ethernet router port with an optional external mount Power over Ethernet Plus (POE+) power supply splitter

●    Cisco Advanced IP Services IOS with ScanSafe and extensive security features

 

Figure 1 shows a Cisco 812 CiFi Integrated Services Router.

The Cisco 812 CiFi ISR is available in both standalone 3.7G and 3G/3.7G with dual 802.11n radio Wi-Fi versions.  Support for 3G offers cost-effective, rapidly deployable, reliable, and secure primary or backup connectivity. The  Cisco 812 CiFi platforms concurrently support both 3G/3.7G for wireless WAN backhaul and Cisco dual 802.11n radio WLAN on the same platform as shown in Figure 2. The 802.11a/b/g/n 2X3 MIMO built-in Cisco 3500 Access Point (AP) in the Cisco 812, comes with Cisco’s CleanAir technology, to create a self-healing, self-optimizing WLAN. Moreover, with the advantage of dual radio, the integrated AP can serve both as an access point and as a client to a wireless mesh network. This provides another source for WAN diversity along with Gigabit Ethernet and cellular. The AP ClientLink feature improves reliability and coverage for legacy devices and dynamic frequency selection (DFS allows detecting and avoiding interference with radar signals to comply with regulatory domains. Figure 2 shows the 812 CiFi ISR with integrated 3.7G and 802.11 a/b/g/n AP. More information on the Cisco 3500 Access Point is available at http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/wireless/ps5678/ps10981/data_sheet_c78-594630.html

 

A critical component of the Cisco 812 CiFi architecture, the Cisco 812 CiFi ISR serves as the single, horizontal platform which enhances the Cisco implementation of “any device, anywhere, any place” across multiple industries. It also provides the ability to extend Cisco product-based networks to small branch offices with a relatively low incremental investment, as well as to enable managed services offerings based on Cisco architecture.

Product Overview

The Cisco 812 CiFi ISRs supports WWAN cellular 3.7G High-Speed Packet Access Plus [HSPA+] and 3G Evolution Data Optimized [EV-DO Rev A]). They are backward compatible with High-Speed Packet Access (HSPA), Universal Mobile Telecommunications Service (UMTS). Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (EDGE), General Packet Radio Service (GPRS), and EV-DO Rev 0/1xRTT. The Cisco 812 CiFi includes an integrated WLAN access point.

●    Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) and UMTS models are based on the Third-Generation Partnership Project (3GPP), and they support HSPA+ (High-Speed Uplink Packet Access [HSUPA] and High-Speed Downlink Packet Access [HSDPA]), UMTS, EDGE, and GPRS.

●    Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) models are based on 3GPP2, and they support EV-DO Rev A and Rev 0 and 1xRTT.

 

The Cisco 812 CiFi ISR family includes a broad range of enterprise-class features including:

●    Security services, including firewall, intrusion prevention, VPN and Cisco ISR Web Security with ScanSafe which require no additional hardware or client software, This enables Enterprise branch, remote branch offices, temporary sites, and retails, for example to intelligently redirect web traffic to the cloud to enforce granular security and acceptable use policies over user web traffic. With this solution, you can deploy market-leading web security quickly and easily to protect branch office users from web-based threats, such as viruses, while saving bandwidth, money, and resources.

●    Additional WAN options such as Gigabit Ethernet WAN interface, the Cisco 812 CiFi provides quality-of-service (QoS) features for optimizing voice and video applications.

●    Cisco Configuration Professional is a web-based configuration tool that simplifies setup and deployment. Centralized management capabilities give network managers visibility and control of the network configurations at remote sites.

●    With enhanced data rates and improved latency (below 100 milliseconds), WWAN services are an ideal way to supplement traditional wire line services. Third-generation WWAN data services offered today have average data rates well in excess of ISDN speeds, with theoretical limits in excess of 21.1 Mbps on the downlink and 5.76 Mbps on the uplink. The 3G/3.7G WWAN can be used as a primary link for sites with lower bandwidth requirements. The 3G/3.7G data services can also be used as a cost-effective alternative in areas where broadband services are either not available or very expensive. Cisco is building on these performance milestones and adding support for wireless to our wide variety of WAN interface alternatives.

 

Business Benefits and Application Examples

Businesses are looking for ways to reduce costs, increase revenue, and improve business continuity. The 3G/3.7G wireless connectivity, allows a small enterprise branch office or remote office to set up comprehensive media services in a matter of hours, without worrying about availability of broadband services and the need for laying down the lines. Wireless carriers offer flexible, usage-based data plans that can be catered to meet the needs and price points of the business customer. As WAN backup alternatives, 3G/3.7G wireless offer greater WAN diversity and resiliency because they are independent of the local terrestrial infrastructure. The Cisco 812 CiFi ISR enables businesses to stay productive during service provider downtime or a network failure. The dual 802.11n radio WLAN on the 812 CiFi ISR can serve as both a client and an access-point.

Retail VPN

Retail stores migrating from dialup connections for point-of-sale transactions can use the 3G or 3.7G wireless WAN option on the Cisco 812 CiFi ISR for low-cost broadband access with the required security to comply with data security requirements. Multiple devices and applications can then be added to the store network to take advantage of the increased bandwidth and to enable secure mobility and enhance productivity.

Managed Services

Service providers and value-added resellers can use the Cisco 812 CiFi ISR as a platform to offer differentiated business-class security and wireless LAN (WLAN) services for small and medium-sized business (SMB) customers. Superior management capabilities such as Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support with 3G MIB and Cisco Configuration Professional make remote management and provisioning easier.

Primary Features and Benefits

Table 1 lists the features and benefits of the Cisco 812 CiFi Integrated Services Router.

Table 1.         Features and Benefits of Cisco 812 CiFi ISR

 

Product Specifications

Table 2 provides 3G specifications for the Cisco 812 CiFi Integrated Services Router.

Table 2.         3G Specifications

 

Table 3 lists the software features supported on the Cisco 812 CiFi Integrated Services Router.

Table 3.         Cisco IOS Software Features on Cisco 812: Advanced IP Features Set (Default)

 

Table 4 lists the system specifications, and Table 5 lists antenna specifications for the Cisco 819 Integrated Services Routers.

Table 4.         System Specifications

 

Ordering Information

For Cisco ISR 812 CiFi ordering information, please visit the Cisco Ordering Home Page and refer to Table 5.

Table 5.         Cisco 812 CiFi Integrated Services Router Ordering Information

 

For More Information

For more information regarding Cisco 800 Series Integrated Services Routers and options, contact your Cisco representative or go to http://www.cisco.com/go/isr.

Cisco and Partner Services for the Borderless Network Architecture

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Warranty Coverage and Technical Service Options

The Cisco 812 CiFi Integrated Services Router comes with the Cisco 1-year limited hardware warranty. Adding a contract for a technical service offering such as Cisco SMARTnet^® Service provides benefits not available with warranty, including access to OS updates, Cisco.com online resources, and Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) support services. Table 6 shows the available technical services.

For information about Cisco warranties, visit http://www.cisco.com/go/warranty.

For information about Cisco Technical Services, visit http://www.cisco.com/go/ts.

For information about Cisco 812 CiFi, hardware, and software overview, visit http://www.cisco.com/go/cifi

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/routers/access/800/812/hardware/install/guide/overview.html

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/routers/access/800/812/software/configuration/guide/prod_overview.html

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/routers/access/800/812/software/configuration/guide/C812_scg.html

Table 6.         Cisco Technical Services for Cisco 819 Integrated Services Routers

¹Advance hardware replacement is available in various service-level combinations. For example, 8 x 5 x Next business day (NBD) indicates that shipment will be initiated during the standard 8-hour business day, 5 days a week (the generally accepted business days within the relevant region), with NBD delivery. Where NBD is not available, same-day shipment is provided. Restrictions apply; please review the appropriate service descriptions for details.

²Cisco operating system updates include maintenance releases, minor updates, and major updates within the licensed feature set.