Overview

Cisco routers provide access to applications and services, and integrate technologies. 

Cisco 500 Series
Secure Routers

Get advanced security, Internet access, VPN connectivity, and optional wireless networking for the Cisco Smart Business Communications System. 

Looking for a flexible, manageable way to secure your business?

Now you can combine security, Internet access, VPN connectivity, and optional wireless networking in a single, easy-to-use router.

Cisco 500 Series Secure Routers offer:
  • Advanced security: Protect your network from attacks, worms, and viruses
  • VPN access: Secure remote access and site-to-site connectivity
  • Optional secure wireless networking: Keep your employees connected away from their desks
  • Quality of Service: Provide smooth voice and video communications
  • Seamless integration into the Cisco Smart Business Communications System: Part of a complete system that is easy to configure and manage

Cisco 800 Series
Integrated Services Routers

Combine your Internet access, security, and wireless services onto a single, secure device that keeps your employees connected to the resources they need to stay productive.
For a business like yours that depends on technology, Cisco 800 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISRs) combine data, security, unified communications, and wireless services onto a single device that's simple to use and easy to manage. 

Cisco 800 Series Integrated Services Routers support:
  • Concurrent services at broadband speed: Get the most from your broadband connection.
  • Strong security: Reduce business risks associated with viruses and other security threats.
  • VPN support: Give remote staff and teleworkers secure access to company assets over a highly secure connection.
  • Wireless networking: Enable employees to access applications and information even when they're away from their desks.
  • Unified Communications: Make use of the benefits of SIP trunking and provide resiliency to branch offices

Cisco 1900 Series
Integrated Services Routers

Get highly secure, simultaneous delivery of data, voice, and video services on a single device. 

Cisco 2900 Series
Integrated Services Routers

Get highly secure and high-performance simultaneous delivery of data, voice, and video application optimization services on demand. 
For a business like yours that depends on technology, Cisco 1900 and 2900 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISRs) deliver high-performance, highly secure connectivity with multiservice integration that can transform the workplace with a broad set of services, rich-media support, and operational excellence. 

Cisco 1900 Series Integrated Services Routers support:
  • Nonstop connectivity: High availability and increased business uptime through Cisco IOS Software, hardware redundancy, and failover capabilities.
  • Flexible services: Modular support for the broadest set of Cisco network and security services, as well as customizable "on demand" virtual services.
  • Best-in-Class security: Defends against malicious attacks and threats.
  • Secure mobility: High-speed wireless access enables employees to be more productive when they are away from their desks.
  • Flexible VPN support: Give remote staff and teleworkers secure access to company assets over a highly secure connection.

What is a Network Switch vs. a Router?

What is a network switch and what is a router? The two pieces of equipment look similar and perform some similar functions, but each has its own distinct function to perform on a network.

Most business networks today use switches to connect computers, printers and servers within a building or campus. A switch serves as a controller, enabling networked devices to talk to each other efficiently. Through information sharing and resource allocation, switches save businesses money and increase employee productivity. 

What is a Network Switch versus a Router?
Switches create a network. Routers connect networks. A router links computers to the Internet, so users can share the connection. A router acts as a dispatcher, choosing the best path for information to travel so it's received quickly.

What is a Network Switch to My Business?
Switches and routers are the building blocks for all business communications, from data to voice and video to wireless access. They can improve profitability by enabling your company to increase productivity, trim business expenses, and improve security and customer service.