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NME-WAE-502-K9
WAAS Network Module For 2800, 3800 ISR - 1GB RAM, 120GB HDD...
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NME-WAE-502-K9 Overview
NME-WAE-502-K9 is a high-performance WAN module engineered to deliver reliable connectivity with support for data rates up to 1Gbps. Equipped with an RJ-45 connector and designed in a modular form factor, this module is compatible with routers, switches, and servers while supporting core networking protocols such as TCP/IP, making it a robust upgrade option for expanding data center capacity and high-speed WAN deployments.
Built for streamlined installation and optimal performance in enterprise settings, the NME-WAE-502-K9 module integrates industry-standard features like auto-negotiation and jumbo frames to enhance network efficiency. Its compact design and rigorously tested operating parameters render it ideally suited for both network upgrades and establishing new connections in demanding environments.
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NME-WAE-502-K9 Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Module
- Module Type
- WAN
- Data Rate
- 1Gbps
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Supported Protocols
- TCP/IP
- Form Factor
- Modular
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- 3.3V
- Compatibility
- Routers, Switches, Servers
- Max Speed
- 1Gbps
- Supported Features
- Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames
- Power Consumption
- 5W
- Interface Ports
- Ethernet
- Expansion Slots
- NIM
- Product Name
- NME-WAE-502-K9
- Height
- 1.5 inches
- Width
- 4.5 inches
- Depth
- 0.5 inches
- Weight
- 0.3 lbs
NME-WAE-502-K9 Use Case
Branch-to-Headquarters WAN Acceleration with Cisco NME-WAE-502-K9
In a multi-site retail enterprise, deploying the NME-WAE-502-K9-WAAS Network Module on Cisco 2800/3800 ISRs accelerates SaaS and ERP traffic between 50+ branch locations and the data center. By caching repetitive content and optimizing TCP windows, the solution cuts application latency by up to 60%, boosts transaction throughput, and drives a measurable 30% increase in store-level productivity.
Disaster Recovery Replication Optimization Using NME-WAE-502-K9-WAAS
A global financial services firm uses the Cisco NME-WAE-502-K9-WAAS on its 2800/3800 router platforms to streamline nightly data replication to an off-site DR facility. Deduplication and compression reduce WAN bandwidth consumption by 70%, enabling full backup windows under 4 hours, enforcing RPO targets and ensuring regulatory compliance with minimal capital outlay.
Unified Communications Performance Enhancement with Cisco NME-WAE-502-K9
An enterprise roll-out of VoIP and HD video conferencing across 100 remote offices leverages the 1 GB RAM, 120 GB HDD NME-WAE-502-K9 module in Cisco 2800/3800 ISRs to prioritize and optimize real-time media streams. Quality-of-Service acceleration reduces jitter by 50% and packet loss to under 0.1%, delivering crystal-clear voice calls and lag-free video, which lowers support tickets and elevates end-user satisfaction.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table
 NME-WAE-502-K9 |  NME-VMSS-HP16 |  NM-16ESW |  NM-HD-1V |  EM-HDA-3FXS/4FXO | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module | Network Module | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Telephony Interface Module |
| Module Type | WAN | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Analog FXS/FXO Module |
| Data Rate | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 10G | N/A |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | SFP28 | RJ-45 | SFP+ | RJ11 |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | Analog Telephony Signaling |
| Form Factor | Modular | PCIe | Modular | PCIe | Modular |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 48V DC |
| Compatibility | Routers, Switches, Servers | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Cisco, Juniper, Dell, HP | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Unified Communications Platforms / VoIP Gateways |
| Max Speed | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | N/A |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Simultaneous 3 FXS & 4 FXO interfaces, echo cancellation, caller ID detection |
| Power Consumption | 5W | 15W | 10W | 15W | 5W |
| Interface Ports | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | FXS / FXO |
| Expansion Slots | NIM | N/A | N/A | SFP | N/A |
| Product Name | NME-WAE-502-K9 | NME-VMSS-HP16 | NM-16ESW | NM-HD-1V | EM-HDA-3FXS/4FXO |
| Height | 1.5 inches | 1.0 inches | N/A | 1.0 inches | N/A |
| Width | 4.5 inches | 4.0 inches | N/A | 3.5 inches | N/A |
| Depth | 0.5 inches | 6.0 inches | N/A | 3.5 inches | N/A |
| Weight | 0.3 lbs | 0.5 lbs | N/A | 0.5 lbs | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
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Ayesha Noor
4
Handled branch acceleration reliably with no downtime.
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Thomas Weber
5
Good upgrade from smaller WAAS modules.
H
Helen Moore
3
Integrated smoothly with existing Cisco infrastructure.
B
Bilal Ahmad
4
Strong performance for data heavy WAN links.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco NME-WAE-502-K9 WAAS Network Module?
The Cisco NME-WAE-502-K9 is a Wide Area Application Services (WAAS) network module designed for 2800 and 3800 ISR routers, providing 1 GB of RAM and a 120 GB HDD to accelerate WAN application performance.
Which Cisco routers support the NME-WAE-502-K9 module?
The NME-WAE-502-K9 is fully compatible with Cisco 2800 and 3800 Integrated Services Routers (ISR) that feature an NME expansion slot.
What are the key hardware specifications of this module?
It includes 1 GB of DDR2 RAM, a 120 GB 2.5-inch SATA HDD, onboard acceleration silicon, and integrates seamlessly into the ISR NME slot.
How does the WAAS Network Module improve WAN performance?
It accelerates applications over the WAN using data compression, TCP optimization, caching, and protocol multiplexing to reduce latency and increase throughput.