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C2901-WAASX/K9 Overview

Overview of C2901-WAASX/K9

C2901-WAASX/K9 is a high-performance, modular enterprise router designed for branch office connectivity and optimized WAN operations. It features a flexible architecture with integrated services, including voice, video, and WAN optimization, and supports a range of VPN capabilities such as IPSec, DMVPN, and FlexVPN for secure site-to-site and remote access connectivity. The router offers varied power options with support for redundant AC power, multiple WAN and LAN interfaces for robust network connectivity, and dedicated expansion slots for additional interface modules.

Optimized for demanding applications, the C2901-WAASX/K9 delivers proven throughput performance with high availability and redundant design features that enhance network resilience. Its modular capabilities enable tailored configurations to meet diverse use cases, from secure enterprise environments to distributed branch offices, while integrated services such as firewall protection and quality of service (QoS) ensure efficient and secure traffic management.

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C2901-WAASX/K9 Specifications

Form Factor
Rack-mount
Height
1.73 inches
Flash Memory
256 MB
Memory
512 MB
Ethernet Technology
10/100
Weight
17 lbs
Width
17.24 inches
Depth
14.17 inches
Product Type
Enterprise Router
Routing Protocols
OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing
WAN Configuration
Dual WAN
WAN Ports
2 WAN
Wi-Fi Standard
N/A
Remote Management
Telnet, SSH, SNMP
Wireless Support
No
Firewall Features
Yes
Management
Managed
Safety
N/A
EMC
N/A
Telecom
N/A
QoS Features
Supported
Modular Slots Available
2 Slots
Stacking Capability
No
5G Support
No
Interface Ports
RJ-45
Device Type
Router
Network Protocols
IPv4, IPv6
High Availability Support
Supported
Expansion Slots
EHWIC
Broadband
N/A
Features
VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall
Use Case
Enterprise
Integrated Services
Voice / Video / WAN Optimization
LAN Ports
4 LAN Ports
Throughput Capacity
0.075 Gbps
Power Source
AC Power Supply / Redundant
Compliance Standards
FCC, CE, UL
VPN Support
IPSec / DMVPN / FlexVPN
Built-in Security Features
Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection
Architecture
Modular
Speed/Capacity
Gigabit
Connectivity Type
Ethernet
Power
140 W
Product Name
C2901-WAASX/K9

C2901-WAASX/K9 Use Case

Accelerated Data Replication for Multi-Branch Retail Networks

A national retail chain deploys the Cisco C2901-WAASX/K9 Router Bundle with WAASX Feature License and maximum memory at its 150 branch locations. By integrating WAN acceleration and data deduplication, the solution reduces inter-site replication traffic by up to 60%, ensures real-time inventory visibility, and cuts bandwidth costs by 40%. Benefit: Faster, secure data synchronization across stores with measurable OPEX savings.

Optimized Cloud Backup and Disaster Recovery

A financial services firm uses the C2901-WAASX/K9 Router with full WAASX licensing and max memory to accelerate daily backups from its on-premises data center to AWS S3. Data compression and TCP optimization shrink transfer windows by 50%, meeting stringent RPO/RTO requirements while maximizing WAN throughput. Benefit: Reliable, high-speed cloud backup and DR without additional bandwidth investment.

High-Throughput Encrypted VPN for Distributed Workforces

A global enterprise deploys Cisco C2901-WAASX/K9 routers with WAASX Feature License and expanded memory at regional offices to support over 500 IPsec VPN tunnels and HD video conferencing for remote teams. Integrated WAN acceleration and QoS ensure sub-second latency, high-definition streams, and robust AES-256 encryption. Benefit: Secure, high-performance connectivity that boosts remote productivity and user experience.

Quality Certifications

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ISO 14001 Certified - UCCISO 9001 Certified - UCCRoHS CompliantREACH CompliantFCC CertifiedCE Mark - European ConformityVCI CertifiedUKCA Mark - UK Conformity Assessed

Product Comparison Table full-right-arrow

Router Bundle - C2901, WAASX Feature License, Max MemC2901-WAASX/K9VPN ISM module HSEC bundles for 2921 ISR platformCISCO2921-HSEC+/K9Cisco 2921, SRE 700, Sec PAK, WAAS Ent MediumC2921-WAAS-SEC/K9Cisco 2951 Router w/3 GE,4 EHWIC,3 DSP,2 SM,256MB CF,512MB DRAM,IPBCISCO2951/K9Cisco 2901 Voice Bundle, PVDM3-16, UC License PAKCISCO2901-V/K9
5G SupportNoNoNoNoNo
ArchitectureModularModularModularModularModular
BroadbandN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Built-in Security FeaturesFirewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware ProtectionFirewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware ProtectionFirewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware ProtectionFirewall / Intrusion PreventionFirewall / Intrusion Prevention
Compliance StandardsFCC, CE, ULFCC / CERoHS, CE, FCCFCC / CE / RoHSFCC, CE
Connectivity TypeEthernetWiredWiredWiredWired
Depth14.17 inches14.1 inches15.5 inches17 inchesN/A
Device TypeRouterRouterRouterRouterRouter
EMCN/AN/AN/AFCC, EN55024N/A
Ethernet Technology10/10010/10010/100/100010/10010/100
Expansion SlotsEHWICEHWIC / NIMEHWICEHWICEHWIC / NIM
FeaturesVPN / IPv6 Compatible / FirewallVPN / Firewall / IPv6 Compatible / QoS / ModularVPN / WAN Optimization / Firewall / IPv6 CompatibleVPN / VoIP / IPv6 Compatible / FirewallVPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS
Firewall FeaturesYesYesYesYesYes
Flash Memory256 MB256 MB256 MB256 MB256 MB
Form FactorRack-mountRack-mountRack-mountRack-mountRack-mount
Height1.73 inches1.73 inches1.75 inches1.75 inchesN/A
High Availability SupportSupportedSupportedSupportedSupportedSupported
Integrated ServicesVoice / Video / WAN OptimizationVoice / Video / WAN OptimizationVoice / Video / WAN OptimizationVoice / VideoVoice / Video / WAN Optimization
Interface PortsRJ-45RJ-45 / SFP / Combo PortsRJ-45 / SFPRJ-45RJ-45
LAN Ports4 LAN PortsModular LAN4 LAN PortsModular LANModular LAN
ManagementManagedManagedManagedManagedManaged
Memory512 MB256 MB512 MB512 MB512 MB
Modular Slots Available2 Slots2 Slots2 Slots2 Slots3+ Slots
Network ProtocolsIPv4, IPv6IPv4 / IPv6IPv4, IPv6IPv4, IPv6IPv4, IPv6
Power140 W350 Watt125 Watt150W150 W
Power SourceAC Power Supply / RedundantAC Power Supply with Redundant OptionAC Power SupplyAC Power SupplyAC Power Supply
Product NameC2901-WAASX/K9CISCO2921-HSEC+/K9Cisco 2921 Integrated Services Router with WAAS and Security (C2921-WAAS-SEC/K9)CISCO2951/K9 Integrated Services RouterCisco 2901 Integrated Services Router (CISCO2901-V/K9)
Product TypeEnterprise RouterEnterprise RouterEnterprise RouterEnterprise RouterEnterprise Router
QoS FeaturesSupportedSupportedSupportedSupportedSupported
Remote ManagementTelnet, SSH, SNMPSSH / Telnet / SNMPSSH, Telnet, SNMPTelnet, SSH, SNMP, HTTP/HTTPSSSH / SNMP / Telnet
Routing ProtocolsOSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static RoutingOSPF / EIGRP / RIP / BGP / Static RoutingOSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static RoutingOSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static RoutingOSPF / EIGRP / RIP / BGP / Static Routing
SafetyN/AN/AN/AUL, cULN/A
Speed/CapacityGigabitGigabitGigabitGigabitN/A
Stacking CapabilityNoNoNoNoNo
TelecomN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Throughput Capacity0.075 Gbps0.0750.075 Gbps0.075 Gbps0.075 Gbps
Use CaseEnterpriseEnterpriseEnterpriseEnterpriseBusiness
VPN SupportIPSec / DMVPN / FlexVPNIPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPNIPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN / N/AIPSec / DMVPNIPSec
WAN ConfigurationDual WANDual WANDual WANDual WANDual WAN
WAN Ports2 WAN2 WAN2 WANModular WAN2 WAN
Weight17 lbs12.5 lbs14 lbs16 lbsN/A
Wi-Fi StandardN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Width17.24 inches17.5 inches17.5 inches19 inchesN/A
Wireless SupportNoNoNoNoNo

Reviews & Ratings

S
Sophia Hughes
5

C2901 WAASX Bundle provides stable WAN performance with WAASX license. Ideal for small to medium branch offices.

E
Ethan Parker
4

Reliable and easy to manage. Ensures predictable application performance and network reliability.

I
Isabella Reed
5

Improves WAN efficiency and reduces latency. Essential for distributed office networks.

M
Mason Gray
5

Stable and efficient Cisco router bundle. WAASX accelerates applications and maintains smooth network performance.

A
Ava Coleman
4

Durable and high-performing. Provides enhanced application delivery and improved branch office productivity.

Questions & Answers

What components are included in the C2901-WAASX/K9 router bundle?

The C2901-WAASX/K9 bundle includes a Cisco 2901 Integrated Services Router, a WAASX Feature License for WAN Application Acceleration, and the maximum memory upgrade license.

What is the WAASX Feature License in the C2901-WAASX/K9 package?

The WAASX Feature License unlocks Cisco Wide Area Application Services acceleration on the C2901 router, optimizing throughput, reducing latency, and improving user productivity over the WAN.

How much maximum memory does the C2901-WAASX/K9 support?

With its memory upgrade license, the C2901-WAASX/K9 supports up to 4 GB of DRAM, ensuring smooth performance for advanced services and application acceleration.

What throughput performance can I expect from the C2901-WAASX/K9?

This bundle delivers up to 90 Mbps of aggregate WAN throughput with optimizations enabled and up to 250 Mbps of raw routing performance under Cisco IOS Software.

How does the C2901-WAASX/K9 improve WAN application performance?

By leveraging the WAASX Feature License, the router compresses, caches, and deduplicates traffic in real time, which reduces bandwidth usage and accelerates application response times.

What use cases are best suited for the C2901-WAASX/K9 bundle?

Ideal use cases include remote office connectivity, secure branch deployments, and WAN optimization for applications like Microsoft SharePoint, Exchange, and ERP systems.

How do I install the WAASX Feature License on the C2901 router?

After purchasing the license, apply the activation key via the Cisco Software License Manager CLI command and reload the device to enable WAASX features.

Which Cisco IOS Software images are supported on C2901-WAASX/K9?

The bundle supports Cisco IOS 15.2 and later releases optimized for WAASX acceleration, enabling advanced security, VPN, and QoS services.

Does the C2901-WAASX/K9 support hardware encryption and VPN?

Yes, the integrated Cisco Encryption Services Processor (ESP) provides hardware-based AES and 3DES encryption, supporting up to 50 Mbps of VPN throughput.

What management and monitoring tools work with the C2901-WAASX/K9?

You can manage the router using Cisco Prime Infrastructure, CLI, SNMP, and NetFlow for real-time monitoring and performance reporting.

Can I upgrade the C2901-WAASX/K9 hardware in the future?

The modular design supports additional interface adapter slots and memory upgrades, allowing you to expand connectivity and processing capacity as requirements grow.

What type of DRAM and flash memory modules are compatible?

Compatible modules include Cisco 2 GB DDR3 DRAM and 512 MB to 2 GB CompactFlash cards, certified for use with the Cisco 2901 platform.

What warranty and support options are available for the C2901-WAASX/K9?

Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty plus 90 days of software bug fixes; optional SMARTnet support offers 24×7 technical assistance and advance hardware replacement.

How energy efficient is the C2901-WAASX/K9 router?

The C2901 platform is ENERGY STAR qualified, consuming approximately 50 watts under typical load, reducing operational costs in branch and remote deployments.

What are the power requirements for the C2901-WAASX/K9?

It operates on 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz auto-ranging power, with a maximum power draw of 65 watts and support for AC redundancy modules.

Where can I purchase the genuine Cisco C2901-WAASX/K9 bundle?

Authorized Cisco partners, resellers, and the Cisco online store stock the C2901-WAASX/K9 bundle; verify part number C2901-WAASX/K9 to ensure OEM authenticity.