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Cisco Catalyst IR8300 Rugged Series Router

Cisco Catalyst IR8300 Rugged Series Router

All-in-one industrial 5G router with advanced security

Get advanced security and scalability with this industrial cellular router. Benefit from next-generation firewall (NGFW) features, integrated switching, precision timing, and edge computing.

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Secure, scalable routing wherever you need it

Catalyst IR8300 Rugged Series Router

Designed to withstand extreme temperatures, the Catalyst IR8300 Rugged Series Router is built for utility substations, rail trackside, roadways and intersections, and more.

Built-in, advanced security

Get the best of both worlds, with routing and security consolidated. Access next-generation firewall capabilities: malware protection, URL filtering, intrusion prevention system (IPS), intrusion detection system (IDS), and much more.

More functionality in less cabinet space

With dual WAN uplinks, 12 LAN ports, Universal Power Over Ethernet (Cisco UPOE) technology, modularity to make future upgrades simple, and support for edge application advanced timing, the Catalyst IR8300 Rugged Series maximizes functionality in minimal space.

Reduced total cost of ownership

Speed up performance, get scale, and unlock value by integrating routing, security, and switching in one platform.

Make upgrades easy with modules for public and private 5G, LTE, advanced timing, and much more.

Substation and timing compliance

Reliably and precisely synchronize network resources that host highly time-sensitive applications. The Catalyst IR8300 Rugged Series Router is also certified to meet substation compliance standards, including IEC 61850 and IEEE 1613.

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Get everything you need to know, including:

  • Core IR8340 platform capabilities
  • IR8340 as a key substation automation platform
  • Modular communications capabilities (4G/5G, Ethernet, T1/E1, serial)
  • Timing module for PTP
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Cisco Catalyst IR1100, Catalyst IR1800, and Catalyst IR8300 Rugged Series Routers

Get up to 30% extra off industrial routers and SD-WAN Manager subscriptions

Enjoy up to 30% extra off Cisco Catalyst IR1100, Catalyst IR1800, or Catalyst IR8300 Rugged Series Routers and Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager subscriptions when you purchase them in a bundle.

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Secure everything, everywhere

Connect and protect all your industrial assets across remote, on-the-go, and fixed environments with comprehensive cybersecurity.

Enjoy routing and full-stack multilayer security, all in one

Easily enforce consistent security policies across all sites, with NGFW capabilities, URL filtering, intrusion prevention, malware protection, and DNS security built in.

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Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN

Enjoy advanced security, easier deployment, and simpler management when you extend Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN to the industrial IoT edge.

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Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly Cisco DNA Center management system)

Set up and monitor your core enterprise network to its edge, at scale, from one interface.

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The innovative substation router for the modern substation

See how to enable modern substation control and protection functions with a thorough network architecture designed for IEC 61850, IEEE 1613, network redundancy (PRP, HSR), timing, synchronization (PTP), and security.

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Discover how Cisco Catalyst IR8300 Rugged Series Routers can help to meet your organization's needs.

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Get more from your industrial IoT infrastructure with secure connectivity that you can deploy easily and at scale. We're ready when you are.

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