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CISCO3825-WAE/K9
3825, NME-WAE-502/K9,WAAS Trans,AdvSec,128F/512D
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CISCO3825-WAE/K9 is a modular enterprise router engineered to deliver integrated voice, video, and data services through a robust design that supports fixed and modular deployments. It features an efficient AC power supply, multiple WAN and LAN interface options including 10/100 Ethernet and serial connectivity, and flexible modular expansion slots for service-specific EHWIC modules.
CISCO3825-WAE/K9 provides IPSec VPN capabilities for secure remote connections with a throughput capacity of up to 30 Mbps. With integrated firewall features, support for advanced routing protocols, and a design that accommodates redundancy options and high-performance operations, this router is ideally suited for enterprise branch offices and remote site applications.
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A global retail chain with 60+ branch locations deploys Cisco 3825-WAE/K9-3825 with NME-WAE-502/K9 WAAS Trans, AdvSec, 128F/512D to optimize SAP, Microsoft Exchange and SharePoint traffic over MPLS. By leveraging inline caching, delta compression and SSL offload, application response times improve by up to 70% while WAN bandwidth consumption drops by 50%. Outcome: accelerated user productivity, lower MPLS costs and centralized policy enforcement.
A multinational financial services firm uses Cisco 3825-WAE/K9 integrated with NME-WAE-502/K9 WAAS Trans, AdvSec, 128F/512D to encrypt and accelerate nightly transaction-log replication to a remote disaster-recovery site. The combined SSL encryption and WAN optimization compresses data streams by 60% and reduces replication windows from 6 hours to under 2 hours. Outcome: meets stringent RPO/RTO SLAs, ensures regulatory compliance and minimizes downtime risk.
A global consulting organization with 200 virtual teams leverages Cisco 3825-WAE/K9-3825 and NME-WAE-502/K9 WAAS Trans, AdvSec, 128F/512D to prioritize, optimize and secure real-time voice/video over hybrid WAN. Inline packet optimization and end-to-end QoS policies deliver a 40% reduction in jitter, 35% lower packet loss and sub-150 ms latency for cloud-based telepresence. Outcome: seamless global collaboration, higher customer satisfaction and predictable network performance.
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| CISCO3825-WAE/K9 |  CISCO3845-V/K9 |  C3845-35UC-VSEC/K9 |  CISCO3845-AC-IP |  CISCO3825-SRST/K9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Modular | Fixed | Modular |
| Broadband | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / VPN | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention |
| Compliance Standards | FCC / CE | FCC / CE | FCC / CE / RoHS | IEEE 802.3 / IEEE 802.1Q | FCC / CE |
| Connectivity Type | Wired / Wireless | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | N/A | 16.3 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 |
| Expansion Slots | EHWIC | NIM / EHWIC | NIM / EHWIC / SFP+ | EHWIC / NIM | EHWIC |
| Features | VPN / Voice / Video / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall | VPN / VoIP / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS | VPN / VoIP / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall | VPN / VoIP / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 128 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Chassis / Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | N/A | 4.4 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| High Availability Support | Not Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice / Video / Data | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | Voice / Video |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45 / Serial | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | Modular LAN | 4 LAN Ports | 2 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| Modular Slots Available | 2 Slots | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots |
| Network Protocols | TCP/IP / IPsec / HTTP / SNMP | IP / TCP / UDP / ICMP / SNMP | IPv4 / IPv6 | IPv4 / IPv6 | IPv4 / IPv6 |
| Power | 155 W | 350 W | 340 Watts | 275 W | 130 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | CISCO3825-WAE/K9 | Cisco 3845 Integrated Services Router (CISCO3845-V/K9) | Cisco C3845-35UC-VSEC/K9 | CISCO3845-AC-IP | CISCO3825-SRST/K9 |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | CLI / SNMP | Telnet / SSH / SNMP | SSH / Telnet / SNMP | SNMP / Telnet / SSH / HTTP/HTTPS | Telnet / SSH / SNMP |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | N/A | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Fast Ethernet |
| Stacking Capability | No | No | No | No | No |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 30 Mbps | 60 Mbps | 35 Mbps | N/A | 0.035 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN / FlexVPN | IPSec | IPSec |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN Ports | Modular WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | N/A | 31.3 lbs | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11 a/b/g | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | 17.3 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Wireless Support | Yes | No | No | No | No |
Cisco 3825 with WAE 502 and WAAS Trans delivers excellent WAN optimization and secure UC performance for branch offices.
Durable and predictable. Optimizes application performance while maintaining strong security and reliable communications.
Easy to configure and manage. Provides seamless WAN acceleration, UC, and secure operations across branches.
Reliable Cisco solution. Ensures high-performance WAN optimization with secure UC and voice communications.
Efficient and robust. Perfect for branch offices requiring optimized applications and secure communications.
The Cisco 3825-WAE/K9 is an Integrated Services Router equipped with the NME-WAE-502/K9 WAAS module, delivering application acceleration, advanced security, and WAN optimization at up to 128 Mbps encryption and 512 Mbps data throughput.
The NME-WAE-502/K9 supports up to 128 Mbps of encrypted throughput and 512 Mbps of raw data acceleration, ensuring high-performance WAN optimization for medium to large branch deployments.
Cisco WAAS optimizes traffic with techniques such as data deduplication, compression, protocol optimization and SSL acceleration, reducing bandwidth consumption and accelerating response times for enterprise applications.
The 3825-WAE/K9 integrates Cisco IOS Firewall, SSL VPN acceleration, and IPSec encryption, providing enterprise-grade security and compliance for accelerated application traffic.
The WAAS module optimizes common enterprise protocols including CIFS, MAPI, HTTP(S), FTP, and TCP-based custom applications to deliver consistent performance across WAN links.
Power down the router, insert the NME-WAE-502/K9 module into an available NME slot, secure it with the module latch, then power on and verify with the ‘show module’ command.
You need the Cisco WAAS Advanced Security license and the Performance license to enable full SSL acceleration, IPSec encryption, and maximum throughput on the NME‐WAE‐502/K9.
Configure and manage the WAAS module via the Cisco IOS CLI or Cisco Prime Infrastructure using standard WAAS commands and templates for policy-based optimization.
Yes, the NME-WAE-502/K9 is fully compatible with Cisco ISR 3800 series chassis, enabling seamless integration into existing routed WAN architectures.
Typical use cases include branch office acceleration, data center-to-branch replication, remote user SSL VPN optimization, and multi-site application performance enhancement.
Monitor performance using Cisco Prime Infrastructure, Cisco WAAS Central Manager, SNMP-based NMS, or built-in Cisco IOS performance statistics.
Ensure a Cisco 3825 router with available NME slot, Cisco IOS 15.0(1)M or later with WAAS feature set, and valid acceleration/security licenses.
Upload the new WAAS image to the router flash, use the ‘software install’ command to perform an in-service upgrade, and verify with ‘show version WAAS’.
Cisco offers a limited lifetime warranty on hardware, and optional SMARTnet or Cisco Solution Support for 24×7 technical assistance and expedited hardware replacement.
The NME-WAE-502/K9 supports up to 30,000 concurrent optimized flows, ensuring scalable performance for heavy multi-session environments.
Yes, Cisco WAAS integrates with cloud deployments using virtual WAAS appliances or hybrid architectures to accelerate SaaS and IaaS applications over public and private WANs.