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What is the AR1200 Series Enterprise Router?
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The AR1200 Series Enterprise Router is a high-performance, modular routing platform delivering secure, reliable connectivity for branch offices, campus aggregation, and metro networks.
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What core features define the AR1200 Series Enterprise Router?
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Key features include up to 3 Gbps forwarding performance, integrated next-generation firewall and IPS, flexible modular interfaces, and support for industry-standard routing protocols.
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What performance and throughput can the AR1200 Series deliver?
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It delivers up to 3 Gbps aggregate throughput, supports 200 000 concurrent sessions, and provides hardware-accelerated encryption for latency-sensitive applications.
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Which models are included in the AR1200 Series lineup?
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The AR1200 Series comprises AR1220, AR1240, and AR1240E models, offering varying port densities, expansion slots, and throughput to suit diverse enterprise requirements.
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What security capabilities does the AR1200 Series provide?
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It integrates a next-generation firewall, DPI-based intrusion prevention, URL filtering, DoS/DDoS protection, and application control to secure the enterprise edge.
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How does the AR1200 support VPN connectivity?
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The AR1200 Series supports IPSec, SSL, and GRE VPNs with hardware-accelerated encryption, enabling secure site-to-site and remote-access tunnels at scale.
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What interface and expansion options are available on the AR1200 Series?
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Available interfaces include Gigabit Ethernet, SFP, and PoE ports, plus modular slots for WAN, LAN, and service modules to accommodate future growth.
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How scalable is the AR1200 Series for growing networks?
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With modular interface slots and stacking support, the AR1200 Series scales seamlessly from single-site branches to multi-site enterprise deployments.
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What network management tools are compatible with the AR1200 Series?
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It supports SNMP, CLI, SSH, Web GUI, and integrates with leading NMS solutions such as SolarWinds and PRTG for centralized monitoring and configuration.
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Does the AR1200 support cloud-based management and monitoring?
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Yes, it integrates with cloud management platforms via RESTful APIs, offers zero-touch provisioning, and delivers real-time topology and performance dashboards.
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What routing protocols does the AR1200 Series support?
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It supports OSPF, BGP, RIP, IS-IS, and MPLS, enabling dynamic routing, traffic engineering, and rapid route convergence in complex enterprise topologies.
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Which deployment scenarios are ideal for the AR1200 Series?
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Ideal deployments include branch office routers, campus aggregation, VPN gateways, and metro access, delivering high availability and secure connectivity.
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How energy-efficient is the AR1200 Series Enterprise Router?
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Designed for low power consumption, the AR1200 Series features dynamic power scaling and energy-efficient hardware to reduce operational costs and environmental impact.
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What is the warranty and support policy for the AR1200 Series?
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The AR1200 Series includes a one-year hardware warranty, extendable support up to five years, and 24×7 global technical assistance for rapid issue resolution.
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How do I perform the initial configuration of the AR1200 Series?
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Use the onboard CLI or Web GUI Quick Setup wizard to configure IP interfaces, security policies, and routing protocols; refer to the Quick Start Guide for step-by-step instructions.
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What software licensing options are available on the AR1200 Series?
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The AR1200 Series offers flexible licensing tiers—base system, advanced security, VPN, and high-availability feature packs—to tailor functionality to your business needs.
