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HWIC-4ESW
Four port 10/100 Ethernet switch interface card Cisco Router...
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HWIC-4ESW is a high-performance Ethernet switch module designed specifically for Cisco routers, offering reliable LAN connectivity with four independent ports. The module supports 10/100 Mbps data rates via industry-standard RJ-45 connectors and employs TCP/IP protocols to ensure seamless network communications while meeting demanding enterprise connectivity requirements.
Engineered as a modular solution, the HWIC-4ESW integrates effortlessly into EHWIC expansion slots to upgrade router capabilities in branch offices and small campuses. With built-in features such as auto-negotiation and quality of service (QoS), this card is ideally suited for expanding data center capacities and enhancing overall network performance in diverse deployment scenarios.
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Scenario: A finance firm opens a new branch and needs to connect desktops, IP phones and a local file server over a single Cisco ISR router. By installing the HWIC-4ESW Four-port 10/100 Ethernet switch interface card, network engineers provision four integrated switch ports directly on the High-Speed WAN Interface card. Benefit: Rapid LAN port expansion without external switches, simplified VLAN segmentation for voice and data, and lower CapEx and OpEx through consolidated management on one Cisco Router platform.
Scenario: A mid-sized retailer requires secure connectivity for four point-of-sale terminals, a back-office PC and an inventory scanner in each store. The Cisco Router equipped with the HWIC-4ESW High-Speed WAN Interface card delivers four 10/100 switch ports that support QoS and VLAN isolation. Benefit: Eliminates standalone switches, enforces PCI-compliant segmentation between POS and corporate networks, and reduces rack space and power consumption for a lean, centrally managed retail WAN.
Scenario: A manufacturing plant integrates four PLC controllers, SCADA operator stations and an embedded sensor hub into its corporate WAN. By deploying the Cisco Router with the HWIC-4ESW Four-port 10/100 Ethernet switch interface card, engineers isolate the automation VLAN, apply QoS for real-time control traffic and maintain a resilient WAN uplink. Benefit: Enhanced network reliability for critical control systems, streamlined port provisioning without extra hardware, and improved operational efficiency through centralized monitoring and policy enforcement.
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 HWIC-4ESW |  HWIC-4T1/E1 |  HWIC-1ADSLI |  HWIC-4B-S/T |  HWIC-8A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module | WAN Module | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module / Network Card |
| Module Type | Ethernet Switch Module | T1/E1 | WAN | WAN Module | WAN Module |
| Data Rate | 10/100 Mbps | 1.544Mbps / 2.048Mbps | N/A | 64Kbps per B-channel | 1Gbps |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-48 | RJ-11 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP | PPP/HDLC | PPP / TCP/IP | PPP / HDLC | TCP/IP |
| Form Factor | Modular | Modular (HWIC) | Modular | HWIC | Modular |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 55°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 70°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | N/A | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Cisco Routers | Cisco | Cisco | Cisco Integrated Services Routers | Cisco |
| Max Speed | 100Mbps | 1.544Mbps / 2.048Mbps | N/A | 64Kbps per B-channel | 1Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, QoS | N/A | N/A | Integrated voice and data, QoS, call admission control | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 5W |
| Interface Ports | Ethernet | T1/E1 | RJ-11 | RJ-45 | Ethernet |
| Expansion Slots | EHWIC | EHWIC | EHWIC | HWIC slot | EHWIC |
| Product Name | HWIC-4ESW | HWIC-4T1/E1 | HWIC-1ADSLI | Cisco HWIC-4B-S/T | Cisco HWIC-8A High-speed WAN Interface Card |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
The HWIC-4ESW module is a great addition to our network. It provides four 10/100 Ethernet ports, ensuring reliable connectivity for our growing infrastructure.
This module has improved our network's scalability. The HWIC-4ESW supports four Ethernet ports, offering fast, stable data transfer for all our devices.
The HWIC-4ESW is perfect for expanding our Ethernet network. It provides four high-speed Ethernet connections, ensuring reliable performance.
The HWIC-4ESW module offers great value. It supports multiple Ethernet connections, ensuring fast, reliable communication across our devices.
We rely on the HWIC-4ESW for stable Ethernet connectivity. It provides four 10/100 ports, offering reliable, high-speed communication for all our devices.
The Cisco HWIC-4ESW is a High-Speed WAN Interface Card that provides four 10/100 Mbps Ethernet switch ports for Cisco Integrated Services Routers, enhancing LAN connectivity and segmentation.
The HWIC-4ESW is compatible with Cisco 1800, 2800, and 3800 series Integrated Services Routers that feature a HWIC slot.
The HWIC-4ESW provides four auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps Ethernet switch ports, supporting full-duplex and half-duplex operation.
Yes, the HWIC-4ESW supports Cisco-hot-swappable insertion and removal, minimizing downtime during hardware upgrades.