Brand: Cisco · SKU: C8500L-8S4X · MPN: C8500L-8S4X · Category: Networking
The Cisco Catalyst 8500L Edge Platform is a high-performance, compact 1RU cloud-edge platform designed for secure SD-WAN aggregation and enterprise routing. Powered by the Cisco IOS XE operating system, it features an x86-based architecture with an Intel multi-core processor and is built to deliver high-speed data handling and secure WAN services. The C8500L-8S4X model is equipped with four 1/10-Gbps SFP+ ports and eight 1-Gbps SFP ports, providing a flexible interface mix for high-density connectivity. It supports up to 10 Gbps SD-WAN IPsec throughput (IMIX) and up to 39 Gbps IPv4 forwarding in autonomous mode. Designed as a successor to the ASR 1001-X, it offers advanced multi-layer security (including MACsec, Secure Boot, and NGFW services) and facilitates automation at scale for cloud migration and zero-touch IT deployment.
| Fixed Ports | 4 x 1/10GE SFP+, 8 x 1GE SFP |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 1RU Rack-mountable |
| Default DRAM | 16 GB (Upgradeable to 64 GB) |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Power Redundancy | Dual high-efficiency 400W power supplies (AC/DC/HVDC) |
| Default Flash Storage | 16 GB eUSB (Optional 2 TB NVMe SSD) |
| IPv4 Forwarding Throughput | Up to 39 Gbps |
| SD-WAN IPsec Throughput (IMIX) | Up to 10 Gbps |
| Warranty | 90-day limited hardware warranty with advance replacement options |
| Weight | 16.98 lbs |
| Dimensions | 1.73 x 17.50 x 16.25 inches |
The Cisco Catalyst 8500L-8S4X provides high-performance SD-WAN services with an emphasis on security, scalability, and flexibility. It is ideal for large-scale branch aggregation and multi-cloud hub scenarios, featuring high autonomous forwarding rates and comprehensive security protocols like hardware-anchored Secure Boot and MACsec encryption.
Yes, this Cisco Catalyst 8500L Edge Platform (C8500L-8S4X) (C8500L-8S4X) is 100% genuine Cisco hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Cisco Catalyst 8500L Edge Platform (C8500L-8S4X) includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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