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WS-IPSEC-3
Catalyst 6500 8G IPSec VPN module - DES/3DES/AES
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WS-IPSEC-3 is an advanced WAN module engineered for secure network communications in enterprise environments. It is a PCIe-based IP security card that supports data rates up to 10Gbps through SFP+ connectivity, enabling high-speed transmission for encrypted traffic while ensuring compatibility with leading routers, switches, and servers. The module adheres to core network protocols such as TCP/IP with integrated IPSec capabilities, making it suitable for rigorous data center and enterprise applications.
Designed for seamless installation, WS-IPSEC-3 features a modular form factor that allows for straightforward integration into existing infrastructures. Its robust design targets use cases including high-speed secure connectivity, network interface upgrades, and expansion of data center capacity, ensuring that organizations benefit from enhanced security and performance without compromising on speed or reliability.
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Scenario: A national retail chain deploys the WS-IPSEC-3-Catalyst 6500 8G IPSec VPN module in its core Catalyst 6500 chassis to encrypt point-of-sale and inventory data between 1,200 remote stores and the corporate data center. Benefit: End-to-end AES-256 encryption with hardware-accelerated DES/3DES fallback delivers sub-millisecond latency, PCI DSS compliance and uninterrupted transaction throughput at 8 Gbps aggregate bandwidth.
Scenario: A global investment bank leverages the WS-IPSEC-3-Catalyst 6500 8G IPSec VPN module to establish redundant, site-to-site tunnels between its New York, London and Tokyo data centers over public and private backbones. Benefit: Advanced AES-GCM cipher suites ensure FIPS 140-2 compliance and ultra-low latency across continents, boosting application performance, disaster-recovery RPO and regulatory audit readiness.
Scenario: A multinational manufacturing firm integrates AWS and Azure workloads with on-premises ERP and MES systems via WS-IPSEC-3-Catalyst 6500’s 8 Gbps VPN module on its core switching fabric. Benefit: Dynamic crypto tunnels using AES-256 and 3DES for legacy segments enable secure, high-availability hybrid-cloud connectivity, reducing VPN sprawl by 70% and cutting per-tunnel management overhead.
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 WS-IPSEC-3 |  7600-SIP-600 |  WS-X6816-10G-2T |  WS-SVC-AGM-1-K9 |  WS-SVC-IDS2BUNK9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Network Card |
| Module Type | WAN | WAN | Ethernet | WAN | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 10G | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 1G | 10G |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | SFP+ |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, IPsec | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP, iSCSI |
| Form Factor | PCIe | Modular | Modular | Modular | PCIe |
| 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 | N/A | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | N/A | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco | Cisco | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 15W | N/A | 5W | 12W |
| Interface Ports | SFP+ | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | NIM | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | WS-IPSEC-3 | 7600-SIP-600 | WS-X6816-10G-2T | WS-SVC-AGM-1-K9 | WS-SVC-IDS2BUNK9 Network Card |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1 inch |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 4.4 inches |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 7.5 inches |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.75 lbs |
The WS-IPSEC-3 module is a game-changer for our security infrastructure. It provides fast encryption and ensures secure communication across our network.
The WS-IPSEC-3 module has been fantastic for our VPN setup. It offers seamless encryption and ensures safe data transmission in our network.
Excellent performance! The WS-IPSEC-3 provides robust security and is easy to integrate into our existing network for secure communications.
This IPSec module offers top-notch security. It keeps our data secure while providing fast encryption speeds and easy setup.
The WS-IPSEC-3 has significantly improved our network security. It's reliable and offers high-speed encryption without any latency issues.