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HWIC-2T, Cisco HWIC-2T Router Interface Card, 2x Serial Ports/High-Speed WAN/For Cisco Router

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    HWIC-2T, Cisco HWIC-2T Router Interface Card, 2x Serial Ports/High-Speed WAN/For Cisco Router

    HWIC-2T, Cisco HWIC-2T Router Interface Card, 2x Serial Ports/High-Speed WAN/For Cisco Router

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    End-of-Life Notice
    End-of-Life Notice
    HWIC-2T is officially EOL. Service support ends on 2024-02-29.
    For full lifecycle details, see HWIC-2T EOL.
    Recommended Replacement
    Recommended Replacement
    Official replacement model. Aligned with current deployment environments.
    NIM-2T

    Cisco HWIC-2T Overview

    The Cisco HWIC-2T is an enterprise-class 2-port serial WAN interface card designed to expand Cisco router connectivity with flexible synchronous and asynchronous services. This plug-in expansion module supports up to 8 Mbps per port for synchronous links and 115.2 kbps for asynchronous connections, covering EIA-232, EIA-449, EIA-530, EIA-530A, V.35, and X.21 serial protocols. With support for network clock synchronization, Bisync, NEBS Type 2/4, and global safety and EMC approvals, the HWIC-2T delivers reliable WAN access for distributed branches across Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America.

    Product Highlights

    2 Ports
    Serial Links
    8 Mbps
    Sync Speed
    6 Types
    Serial Proto

    Product Applications Scenarios

    Enterprise Network
    The HWIC-2T adds flexible serial WAN options for branch routers, simplifying leased-line or legacy migrations while cutting backhaul costs by up to 20% through consolidated connectivity.
    Service Providers
    Service providers use the HWIC-2T for managed serial access, enabling standards-based EIA and V.35 connections that reduce truck-rolls and speed customer turn-up by around 15%.
    Edge & IoT
    Industrial and IoT sites leverage the HWIC-2T to link PLCs and legacy controllers over synchronous serial, improving uptime and lowering integration effort across remote locations.

    Product Features Comparison

      Cisco HWIC-2T Cisco CISCO2901/K9 Cisco CISCO2821-V/K9 Cisco CISCO2901-V/K9
    Model HWIC-2T, Cisco HWIC-2T Router Interface Card, 2x Serial Ports/High-Speed WAN/For Cisco Router CISCO2901/K9, Cisco 2901 Router, 2 GE/4 EHWIC/512MB DRAM CISCO2821-V/K9, Cisco 2821 Voice Bundle, 32-Channel PVDM2/128MB Flash/512MB DRAM CISCO2901-V/K9, Cisco 2900 Series Router, PVDM3-16/UC License/Voice Bundle
    Brand Cisco Cisco Cisco Cisco
    Routing Throughput n/a n/a n/a n/a
    Interface Configuration 2-Port Serial WAN Interface Card Interfaces: 2 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T (RJ-45), 1 x console (RJ-45), 1 x console (mini-USB Type B), 1 x auxiliary serial (RJ-45), 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A (4-pin) Interfaces: not specified Interfaces: not specified
    Supported Protocol Serial Protocols: EIA-232, EIA-449, EIA-530, EIA-530A, V.35, X.21 Routing Protocol: OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, EIGRP, DVMRP, PIM-SM, static IP routing, IGMPv3, GRE, PIM-SSM, static IPv4 routing, static IPv6 routing, policy-based routing (PBR), MPLS, Bidirectional Forwarding Detection (BFD), IPv4-to-IPv6 Multicast Network / Transport Protocol: IPSec; Remote Management Protocols: SNMPv3, HTTP, SSH-2 Routing Protocols: OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, EIGRP, DVMRP, PIM-SM, IGMPv3, GRE, PIM-SSM, static IPv4 routing, static IPv6 routing
    VPN Capability n/a Features: VPN support Features: hardware encryption, VPN support Features: VPN support
    Integrated Features Synchronous Support: Yes; Asynchronous Support: Yes; Bisync Support: Yes; Network Clock Synchronization: Yes Features: Firewall protection, VPN support, MPLS support, Syslog support, IPv6 support, CBWFQ, WRED, WSMA, NetFlow Features: Cisco IOS SP services, firewall protection, encryption, VPN, MPLS support, URL filtering Features: Firewall protection, VPN support, MPLS support, Syslog support, IPv6 support, CBWFQ, WRED

    Optional Add-ons

    Model Number Description
    CAB-SS-V35MT Cisco V.35 Serial Cable (male), connects HWIC-2T to V.35 DTE/DCE equipment
    CAB-SS-530MT Cisco RS-530 Serial Cable (male), for EIA-530 serial interfaces on HWIC-2T
    CAB-SS-232MT Cisco RS-232 Serial Cable (male), used with HWIC-2T for EIA-232 connections

    Quality Certifications

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    Specification

    Cisco HWIC-2T Specification

    Model
    HWIC-2T
    Brand
    Cisco
    Type
    Cisco 2-Port Serial WAN Interface Card
    Manufacturer
    Cisco
    Part Number
    HWIC-2T
    Device Type
    Expansion module
    Form Factor
    Plug-in module
    Synchronous Support
    Yes
    Synchronous Maximum Speed (per port)
    8 Mbps
    Asynchronous Support
    Yes
    Asynchronous Maximum Speed (per port)
    115.2 kbps
    Bisync Support
    Yes
    Serial Protocols
    EIA-232, EIA-449, EIA-530, EIA-530A, V.35, X.21
    Network Clock Synchronization
    Yes
    NEBS
    Type 2/4
    Telecomm PTT
    TBR1 and 2; JATE Digital; NEBS
    Safety Approvals
    UL 60950, CAN/CSA 22.2, CSA60950, GB 4943, AS/NZS 60950, EN60950, IEC 60950
    Immunity
    EN300386, CISPR24, EN55024, EN50082-1, IEC 61000-4-2/3/4/5/6/8/11
    Emissions
    FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003 Class A, EN55022 Class A, CISPR22 Class A, AS/NZS CISPR22 Class A, VCCI Class A, EN300386, EN61000-3-2/3, CNS13438
    Physical Specifications
    Singlewide HWIC, no slot restrictions; Dimensions (H x W x D): 0.8 x 3.1 x 5.6 in. (2.1 x 7.9 x 14.2 cm)
    Environmental Specifications
    Operating temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C); NEBS short-term operating temperature: 32 to 131°F (0 to 50°C); Storage temperature: -4 to 149°F (-20 to 65°C); Relative humidity: 10 to 90%, noncondensing
    Weight
    0.56 kg

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    How does the HWIC-2T compare to other similar products?

    The HWIC-2T offers a balance of speed and port density making it a competitive choice versus other WAN cards which may offer more ports but at higher costs.

    What are common troubleshooting steps for HWIC-2T?

    If the HWIC-2T is not recognized, check the card seating, ensure compatible IOS is used, and verify connectivity through console commands.

    How do I configure the HWIC-2T for use on my network?

    Configure the HWIC-2T using Cisco IOS commands to set up the serial interfaces through the CLI, inputting the necessary IP addresses and routing information.

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