Type | Router |
Model | 8201-24H8FH |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Height (Rack Units) | 1 RU |
Weight | 14.09 kg |
Power Consumption (Operational) | 205 Watt |
Power Supply Type | Internal Power Supply |
Processor Clock Speed | 2.4 GHz |
Installed RAM | 32 GB |
Cisco 8201 1RU Router with 8x400GE QSFP56-DD & 24x100GE QSFP28

Key Benefits

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- Offers extreme port density with 37 available ports, meeting high-scale network demands
- Compact 1RU design with low power consumption optimizes rack space and energy use
- TAA compliance and Mexico origin support federal/enterprise procurement standards
Product Overview
The Cisco 8201-24H8FH is a powerful 1RU router tailored for next-generation enterprise and service provider networks. This compact device integrates 8 QSFP56-DD 400GbE and 24 QSFP28 100GbE ports, offering exceptional port density and throughput ideal for high-bandwidth core and edge network applications. Leveraging wired connectivity with Gigabit Ethernet protocols, it provides responsive and reliable data movement across complex infrastructures.
With a 2.4 GHz processor and 32 GB of installed RAM, the router delivers robust performance under heavy loads. Featuring RS‑232 console access, USB 2.0, and 1GbE management, it offers flexible administration and integration. Housed in a compact 1RU chassis measuring only 1.73 inches in height and weighing 14.09 kg, it fits efficiently into standard server racks. Operational sustainability is supported through a 205W power draw, and environmental tolerances include operation from 0°C to 40°C and 5%-95% non-condensing humidity.
Manufactured in Mexico and TAA compliant, the 8201-24H8FH system supports scalable backbone infrastructures, cloud-ready data centers, and high-capacity interconnect requirements. Its compact yet powerful design ensures rapid return on investment through minimized footprint and maximized data performance across multi-gigabit environments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, UL, CE, VCCI, BSMI, KC |
Advanced Security Features
Integrated Security | Yes (via Cisco IOS XR security features) |
Firewall Capabilities | Supported via software configuration |
Traffic Encryption | MACsec, IPSec (via software) |
Role-Based Access Control | Yes |
Secure Boot & Firmware Integrity | Yes |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 37 |
400GbE Ports | 8 x QSFP56-DD |
100GbE Ports | 24 x QSFP28 |
Management Ports | 1 x 1GbE |
Console Port | 1 x RS-232 |
USB Ports | 1 x USB 2.0 |
Interface Type | QSFP56-DD, QSFP28, RJ45, USB |
Data Transfer Rate | 400 Gbps |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Switching Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.3 inches |
Depth | 23.6 inches |
Height | 1.73 inches |
Operating Temperature (Min) | 0 °C |
Operating Temperature (Max) | 40 °C |
Operating Humidity Range | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | CLI, SNMP, REST API |
Cloud Management | Supported via Cisco Crosswork and Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO) |
Licensing Model | Subscription-based |
Bundled Licenses | None (license purchased separately) |