Cisco Router
(C8221-G2)
The Cisco C8221-G2 is a next-generation Cisco 8200 Series Secure Router designed for medium-sized branch offices and SD-WAN deployments. It combines high-performance routing, integrated security, and cloud-based management into a compact enterprise platform. The router is built on Cisco's new secure networking architecture, providing enhanced performance, stronger security, and readiness for future networking technologies.
C8221-G2 Specifications
| WAN ports | 2x 1 GE RJ-45/SFP combo |
| Flex ports | 2x 1 GE RJ-45 |
| LAN ports | 2x 1 GE RJ-45 |
| DRAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 16 GB |
| Power supply (default) | 30W AC (default – external adapter) |
| Power supply (spare options) | Secondary PSU option – external adapter ; 30W AC |
| Typical power consumption | 15.4W |
| Forwarding (512B) | 19 Gbps |
| IPsec (512B) | 5 Gbps |
| SD-WAN* (512B) | 4 Gbps |
| Threat protection** (EMIX) | 1 Gbps |
| IPv4/IPv6 routes | 1.5M |
| IPsec tunnels | 700 |
| IPv4 Access Control Lists (ACLs) | 3000 |
| IPv4 Access Control Entries (ACEs) | 15,000 |
| Network Address Translation (NAT) sessions | 1.5M |
| Virtual Route Forwarding (VRF) instances | 4000 |