Cisco C8475-G2 Router
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The Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers are designed to simplify secure networking for large branch locations. By integrating a dedicated secure networking processor with a unified platform, these routers provide a robust foundation for businesses looking to scale their operations. They are engineered to handle bandwidth-intensive applications while maintaining high levels of security and reliability.
These routers offer significant flexibility in management, supporting on-premises, infrastructure-as-code, and cloud-based deployment models. By focusing on risk reduction and future-readiness, the 8300 Series ensures that organizations can confidently navigate evolving threat landscapes and changing business requirements.
Product overview
The Cisco 8300 Series includes three primary models: the modular C8375-E-G2 and the fixed-configuration C8355-G2 and 8355-G2-MX. The C8375-E-G2 is designed for high-demand environments, featuring modular slots for Network Interface Modules (NIM) and Service Modules (SM) to allow for customized connectivity. In contrast, the C8355-G2 models provide a fixed, all-in-one solution that combines routing, SD-WAN, and Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) capabilities in a compact form factor.
Each model is built to deliver high-throughput performance, with hardware-native assurance and advanced encryption standards. The series is specifically optimized to support large-scale deployments, providing the necessary processing power for deep packet inspection and complex routing tasks without compromising network speed or stability.
Features and benefits
- Hardware-Accelerated Security: Dedicated processors ensure rapid cryptography and deep packet inspection, maintaining high throughput even when robust threat protection is active.
- Unified Branch Connectivity: Consolidates routing, SD-WAN, and NGFW into a single platform, reducing infrastructure complexity and simplifying management.
- Quantum-Resistant Security: Built-in support for post-quantum cryptography (PQC) ensures that branch security remains future-proof against emerging threats.
- AI and ML Optimization: Includes hardware acceleration specifically designed to offload and speed up AI and machine learning tasks.
- Fanless Design: Available in quiet, fanless configurations that are ideal for space-constrained or noise-sensitive environments, while also improving long-term durability by reducing moving parts.
- Scalable Performance: Supports thousands of users and devices with high-speed interfaces, including 10 Gbps SFP/SFP+ and multigigabit RJ45 ports.
- Sustainability Focus: Designed with circular economy principles, featuring energy-efficient power management, bezel-free construction, and the use of powder-coat finishes to reduce environmental impact.
Overview
Cisco 8400 Series Secure Routers deliver secure networking—simplified. Powered by the all-new secure networking processor and the unified Cisco secure networking platform, Cisco 8400 Series Secure Routers deliver robust, platform-level security; advanced performance engineering through routing and SD-WAN; and onpremises, infrastructure-as-code or cloud management flexibility that enables businesses to seamlessly scale and grow. Each class of secure routers is designed to deliver risk reduction, enhanced reliability, and future readiness.
Platform highlights
Cisco 8400 Series Secure Routers are optimized for campus environments and deliver powerful and scalable performance, centralized management, and advanced threat protection across internet edge networks. These secure routers support seamless integration with cloud and on-premises systems, providing a unified, resilient platform to connect and secure users, devices, and applications at enterprise scale.
Industries
- Higher education (college/university campuses)
- Healthcare (large hospitals, medical campuses)
- Corporate (enterprise headquarters)
- Government (municipal complexes)
Sites
- University or college campuses
- Large hospital or healthcare campuses
- Corporate headquarters with multiple buildings
Use cases
- Secure routing or SD-WAN for thousands of users/devices
- Unified management and security across distributed buildings
- Support for high-bandwidth applications like video, research, and telemedicine
Key features
- Dedicated secure networking processor for fast cryptography and deep packet inspection
- Hardware acceleration ensures high throughput with robust threat protection
- Shorter-depth models for greater accessibility in small racks
- Front-panel accessibility for label trays
- Combines NGFW security, routing, and SD-WAN in one unified platform
- Simplifies campus infrastructure and management with all-in-one secure access
- Post-quantum cryptography (PQC) safeguards against future quantum threats
- Future-proofs campus security with advanced, quantum-resistant encryption
- Hardware acceleration for AI and ML tasks
- Optimized for faster AI and ML computation
Models and specifications
The Cisco 8400 Series Secure Routers are 1RU fixed form factor devices. There are three models: Cisco C8455-G2, 8455-G2-MX, and 8475-G2. Cisco C8455-G2 and the 8455-G2-MX provide 8 x 1 GE, 2 x 10 GE, and 2 x 25 GE ports, whereas the Cisco 8475-G2 provides 8 x 1 GE, 8 x 10 GE, and 4 x 25 GE ports. Learn more about the new 8455-G2-MX.
Figure 1. Front view of a Cisco C8455-G2 Secure Router
Table 1. Cisco C8455-G2 Secure Router components
| Label | Description |
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| 1 | USB 3.0 Type-C storage |
| 2 | Management RJ45 Port |
| 3 | Console RJ45/micro-USB port |
| 4 | 8 x 1G SFP Ports |
| 5 | 2 x 1/10G SFP+ Ports |
| 6 | 2 x 10/25G SFP28 Ports |
| 7 | M.2 storage slot |
| 8 | Label Tray |
| 9 | RFID |
Figure 2. Front view of a Cisco C8475-G2 Secure Router
Table 2. Cisco C8475-G2 Secure Router components
| Label | Description |
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| 1 | USB 3.0 Type-C storage |
| 2 | Management RJ45 Port |
| 3 | Console RJ45/micro-USB port |
| 4 | 8 x 1G SFP Ports |
| 5 | 8 x 1/10G SFP+ Ports |
| 6 | 4 x 10/25G SFP28 Ports |
| 7 | Label tray |
| 8 | M.2 storage slot |
| 9 | RFID |
Table 3. Technical specifications
| C8455-G2 | C8475-G2 | |
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| Interfaces and Slots | ||
| WAN Ports | 8 x 1 GE (SFP) 2 x 1/10 GE (SFP+) 2 x 10/25 GE (SFP28) | 8 x 1 GE (SFP) 8 x 1/10 GE (SFP+) 4 x 10/25 GE (SFP28) |
| Management Port | 1 x RJ45 OOB management 1 x RJ45/1 x micro-USB | 1 x RJ45 OOB Management 1 x RJ45/1x micro-USB |
| Memory and Storage | ||
| DRAM | 32 GB (default) | 32 GB (default) 64 GB** |
| Storage | 64 GB (default) 600 GB 2 TB | 64 GB (default) 600 GB 2 TB |
| Power Supply | 250W AC 400W DC 400W HVDC | 400W AC 400W DC 400W HVDC |
| Throughput | ||
| Forwarding (512B) | Up to 67 Gbps | Up to 91 Gbps |
| IPsec (512B) | Up to 31 Gbps | Up to 45 Gbps |
| SD-WAN* (512B) | Up to 15.5 Gbps | Up to 21.7 Gbps |
| Security (EMIX) | Up to 9.5 Gbps | Up to 10.9 Gbps |
| Scale | ||
| IPv4/IPv6 routes | 5.8M | 5.8M |
| IPsec tunnels | 3,500 | 3,500 |
* SD-WAN feature combination: IPsec + QoS + Deep Packet Inspection + Flexible NetFlow
** Supported from IOS XE 17.18.3
Table 4. Physical specifications
| C8455-G2 | C8475-G2 | |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 in x 17.50 in x 12 in | 1.73 in x 17.50 in x 16.25 in |
| Rack Units (RU) | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Chassis weight with 2x AC power supplies and fan tray | 12.5 lbs | 15.5 lbs |
| Operating temperature | 32° to 104°F | 32° to 104°F |
| Storage temperature | -40° to 150°F | -40° to 150°F |
| Relative humidity (ambient, non-condensing) | Operating: 10 to 85% Storage: 5 to 95% | Operating: 10 to 85% Storage: 5 to 95% |
| NEBS criteria levels | GR-1089 and GR-63 | GR-1089 and GR-63 |
| Altitude | -500 to 10,000 feet | -500 to 10,000 feet |
Software management
The minimum Cisco IOS XE release versions and Meraki Dashboard for the Cisco 8400 Series Secure Routers are listed below:
| Device OS | Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager | |
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| Cisco C8455-G2 | Starting IOS XE 17.15.3 | Starting SD-WAN Release 20.15.3 |
| Cisco C8475-G2 | Starting IOS XE 17.15.3 | Starting SD-WAN Release 20.15.3 |
| Device OS | Management Dashboard | |
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| Cisco 8455-G2-MX | MX 19.2 | Cisco Meraki dashboard |
Cloud management for IOS XE Secure Routers delivers simplified cloud operations by combining Meraki’s ease of use with IOS XE’s scale and rich features. Please review the at-a-glance to learn more.
Ordering information
For a detailed overview of the ordering process, please visit the Cisco 8000 Series Secure Routers Ordering Guide.
Cisco 8000 Series Secure Routers with Meraki OS Ordering Guide.
Appendix
Safety and compliance
Chassis
The section below lists the safety and compliance information for the Cisco 8400 Series Secure Routers chassis.
| Safety and certifications | EMC and EMI compliance |
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| Model | C8475-G2 |