The Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers are high-performance edge platforms designed for secure, scalable, and simplified branch networking. Built on Cisco’s unified secure networking architecture, they combine routing, SD-WAN, and advanced security in a single platform to support modern enterprise demands.
Key Capabilities
- Integrated routing, SD-WAN, and next-generation firewall capabilities
- Hardware-accelerated security with dedicated secure networking processor
- Post-quantum cryptography readiness for future-proof security
- Infrastructure-as-code and cloud or on-premises management flexibility
- AI/ML-ready acceleration for advanced network intelligence
Performance & Scale
- Up to 38 Gbps forwarding throughput
- Up to 20 Gbps IPsec performance
- SD-WAN throughput up to 12 Gbps
- Supports up to 2 million IPv4/IPv6 routes
- Up to 3500 IPsec tunnels and 1.5 million NAT sessions
Hardware Models
- C8375-E-G2: Modular 1RU platform with expansion slots, multigigabit RJ45 and 10G SFP/SFP+ connectivity
- C8355-G2: Fixed platform with high-density 10G SFP+ and multigigabit Ethernet ports
Use Cases
Ideal for large branches, logistics hubs, manufacturing sites, utilities, education campuses, and high-density enterprise environments requiring secure, high-throughput connectivity.
Management & Software
Runs Cisco IOS XE with support for cloud management, on-prem deployment, and infrastructure-as-code automation.
Support
Includes a Cisco Limited 2-Year Return-to-Factory Hardware Warranty with full lifecycle support options available.
