ISR4221-SEC/K9

What version of the Cisco Prime enterprise and service provider management application supports the Cisco ISR4221-SEC/K9 Series?

Cisco Prime 2.0 supports the Cisco 4000 Series. Support for the Cisco 4221 ISR will be available in Cisco Prime 3.1.

Do all four ports with both RJ-45 and Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) front panel Gigabit Ethernet (FPGE) connections support failover?

Yes. You can configure auto-failover on any of the front-panel ports with both RJ-45 and SFP connections. When auto-failover is configured, if the primary interface type fails, either RJ-45 or SFP, the other media type becomes active and allows traffic to continue over the backup physical connection. In this scenario, the backup connection needs to be connected with the same speed and duplex as the primary connection.Note that the auto-failover feature as described does support one Gigabit Ethernet interface acting as a backup to another. The two physical connections available on a single Gigabit Ethernet interface simply provide failover if a link fails.

Is a console port available on the Cisco ISR4221-SEC/K9?

Yes, the Cisco ISR4221-SEC/K9 router has a combo RJ-45 port for AUX and Console.

In the case of control-plane memory, can I put, say, a 4-GB DIMM in one slot and a 2-GB DIMM in the other slot?

No. Like the Cisco 3900 Series, the 4000 Series expects both DIMM slots to have the same size of memory; as an example, it must have either 4-GB memory in both slots for a total of 8 GB of control-plane memory, or 2-GB memory in both slots, for a total of 4 GB of control-plane memory. This setup is necessary because these platforms interleave memory devices for faster access.

How many dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) does the Cisco ISR4221-SEC/K9 have?

The Cisco ISR4221-SEC/K9 has no DIMM slot for memory expansion.

Can I use the enhanced high-speed WAN interface cards (EHWICs) available on the Cisco 1900, 2900, and 3900 Series ISRs on the Cisco 4000 Series ISRs?

EHWIC modules available on the Cisco ISR Generation 2 (ISR G2) routers will not work with the 4000 Series ISRs. The 4000 Series is targeted at new branch-office environments requiring high bandwidth and greater application performance, making most EHWICs unapplicable. Also, the newer NIM architecture allows for faster, more capable modules on a high-end platform.

Can the NIMs or service modules available on the Cisco 4000 Series work on the Cisco ASR 1000 Series?

The service modules will work with the Cisco ASR 1000 Series. Select NIMs will also work with the ASR 1000 Series.

Are the Cisco ASR 1000 Series Shared Port Adapter (SPA) cards supported on the 4000 Series ISRs?

No. SPAs are not compatible with the 4000 Series ISRs.

Do the 4000 Series ISRs run a software release similar to the one on the Cisco ASR 1000 Series?

Yes. The 4000 Series ISRs are similar to the Cisco ASR 1000 Series in terms of the software releases that they run.

What software are the Cisco 4000 Series ISRs capable of running?

The 4000 Series ISRs run Cisco IOS XE Software. The initial version will be Cisco IOS XE Software Release 3.9.1. The 4300 and 4431 ISRs were released with Cisco IOS XE Software Release 3.13, and the 4200 Series ISRs were released with Cisco IOS XE Software Release 16.4.1.

What is the system throughput of the ISR4221-SEC/K9?

The ISR4221-SEC/K9 offers a system throughput between 35Mbps and 75Mbps, making it ideal for medium to large enterprise environments.

How many WAN/LAN ports are available on the ISR4221-SEC/K9?

The ISR4221-SEC/K9 is equipped with 2 WAN/LAN ports which can be utilized based on your network requirements.

Does the ISR4221-SEC/K9 feature any SFP ports?

Yes, the ISR4221-SEC/K9 includes 1 SFP port, providing flexible options for fiber connectivity.

What type of CPU does the ISR4221-SEC/K9 use?

The ISR4221-SEC/K9 utilizes a multi-core CPU to ensure high performance and reliability.

Are there any NIMs supported by the ISR4221-SEC/K9?

The ISR4221-SEC/K9 supports up to 2 Network Interface Modules (NIMs), allowing for expandable connectivity options.

What licensing bundle does the ISR4221-SEC/K9 come with?

The ISR4221-SEC/K9 includes the SEC Bundle with SEC license, providing advanced security features.

What are the primary use cases for the ISR4221-SEC/K9?

The ISR4221-SEC/K9 is ideally suited for enterprise integrated branch routers, providing secure and reliable network connectivity.

How does the ISR4221-SEC/K9 compare to similar Cisco routers?

The ISR4221-SEC/K9 offers enhanced security features and slightly higher throughput compared to other models in the Cisco 4000 ISR series.

Does the ISR4221-SEC/K9 require regular firmware upgrades?

Yes, to maintain optimal performance and security, it is recommended to keep the ISR4221-SEC/K9's firmware up to date with the latest releases from Cisco.

Are there any common troubleshooting tips for the ISR4221-SEC/K9?

Ensure that all cables are securely connected, check the configuration settings, and verify that the latest firmware is installed. Reset the device if troubleshooting steps fail.

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