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What is the Cisco Router ISR 1900 series?
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The Cisco ISR 1900 series is a family of integrated services routers delivering secure connectivity, advanced security, and application performance for small to medium branch offices.
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What are the key features of the Router ISR 1900?
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Key features include dual-core CPU, up to 85 Mbps aggregate throughput, hardware encryption, built-in firewall, and optional PoE ports for IP phones.
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What throughput can I expect from the ISR 1900?
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The ISR 1900 delivers up to 85 Mbps of wire-speed performance with full security services enabled, ensuring smooth application delivery.
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How many Ethernet ports are available on the ISR 1900?
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The standard ISR 1900 models include four 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports, with optional uplink modules for additional ports.
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Does the Cisco ISR 1900 support PoE?
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Yes, select ISR 1900 models offer optional PoE+ modules that supply up to 30 W per port for IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points.
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What WAN connectivity options are supported?
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The ISR 1900 supports Gigabit Ethernet, DSL, E1/T1, and 3G/4G LTE cellular modules for reliable branch office WAN connectivity.
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Which security features are built into the ISR 1900?
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Built-in security includes Cisco Zone-Based Firewall, IPS, VPN (IPsec/SSL), AV-proxy, and secure boot to protect branch networks.
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How much memory and flash storage does the ISR 1900 offer?
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Standard configurations include 512 MB DRAM (upgradable to 2 GB) and 256 MB flash storage (upgradable to 4 GB) for flexible deployments.
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What operating system runs on the ISR 1900?
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The ISR 1900 runs Cisco IOS XE, offering modular microservices architecture for high availability, programmability, and automated operations.
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Can I deploy virtual services on the ISR 1900?
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Yes, Cisco IOS XE supports embedded virtualization with Cisco UCS E-Series VM for services like virtual firewalls, WAN optimization, and more.
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How is the ISR 1900 managed?
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Management options include Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, CLI, REST APIs, and web-based Device Manager for centralized control.
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What are the typical use cases for the ISR 1900?
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Common use cases include secure branch routing, VPN termination, small office WAN aggregation, and unified communications with PoE support.
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What is the power consumption of the ISR 1900?
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Power consumption ranges from 25 W to 60 W depending on modules and PoE load, with optimized power-saving features for efficiency.
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How scalable is the Cisco ISR 1900?
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The ISR 1900 scales with modular interface cards, memory/flash upgrades, and support for additional security and WAN modules to grow with your network.
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What warranty and support options are available?
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Cisco offers a limited lifetime warranty for hardware and optional SMARTnet support for 24/7 software updates, hardware replacement, and technical assistance.
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What is the price range for the ISR 1900 series?
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List prices for Cisco ISR 1900 start around $900 USD and vary based on model, licensed features, and optional modules.