Brand: Cisco · SKU: NIM-ES2-8 · MPN: NIM-ES2-8 · Category: Networking
The Cisco 8-port Gigabit Ethernet LAN Switch Network Interface Module (NIM) provides enterprise-class Layer 2 switching for the Cisco 4000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISRs). This module integrates eight high-speed Gigabit Ethernet switch ports directly into the router chassis, reducing the total cost of ownership by combining switching and routing into a single platform. It offers high-performance switching capacity of up to 16 Gbps and line-rate forwarding at 11.9 Mpps on all ports. Designed for branch offices and small-to-medium enterprises, the NIM-ES2-8 supports advanced Layer 2 features including IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging, Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP). The module is hot-swappable and managed via the host router's Cisco IOS XE software, providing a seamless and scalable networking solution.
| Port Count | 8 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Single-wide NIM slot |
| VLAN Support | Yes (IEEE 802.1Q) |
| Manageability | SNMP, Telnet, CLI, RMON |
| Interface Type | 10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45) |
| Forwarding Rate | 11.9 Mpps |
| Switching Capacity | 16 Gbps |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | No (Requires NIM-ES2-8-P for PoE) |
| Warranty | Cisco 1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty |
| Weight | 0.24 lb (108g) |
| Dimensions | 0.8 x 6.2 x 4.8 inches (2.1 x 18.8 x 12.2 cm) |
An 8-port Gigabit Ethernet switch expansion module for Cisco ISR 4000 series routers, enabling wire-speed Layer 2 switching within a branch office router.
Yes, this Cisco 8-port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Module (NIM-ES2-8) (NIM-ES2-8) 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 8-port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Module (NIM-ES2-8) includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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