Product Type | Enterprise Edge Router |
Series | Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series |
Model | C8300-2N2S-6T |
Form Factor | 2RU |
Weight | 20.05 lbs (9.1 kg) |
Power Requirements | AC 100-240V, 50-60 Hz |
Typical Power Consumption | 164.3W |
Performance (Throughput) | Up to 10 Gbps |
Flash Memory | 8 GB |
RAM | 8 GB DRAM |
Storage | 16 GB SSD |
Routing Protocol Support | BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, RIP |
Redundancy Support | Field-replaceable power supply and fans |
Cisco Catalyst C8300-2N2S-6T Router, 6-Port GE, 16GB SSD, 2RU

Key Benefits

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- Ideal for enterprise SD-WAN and edge applications with six integrated Gigabit Ethernet ports
- TAA compliance makes it a secure choice for government and regulated environments
- Comprehensive routing protocol support ensures flexible integration into diverse network topologies
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C8300-2N2S-6T is an advanced enterprise edge router from the Catalyst 8300 Series, featuring six 1-Gigabit Ethernet ports and robust routing protocol support (OSPF, BGP, RIP, IS-IS). It includes 8GB RAM, 8GB Flash memory, and a 16GB SSD for enhanced application performance and storage. Designed in a compact 2RU form factor, it is also TAA-compliant, making it suitable for federal deployments. Its combination of reliable throughput and modular expansion makes it ideal for secure, high-performance WAN edge solutions.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Capability | No |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | China / Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, FCC Part 15 Class A |
Advanced Security Features
Integrated Security | Yes, with Cisco Umbrella, Threat Defense |
Firewall Features | Stateful and zone-based firewall |
VPN Support | IPSec, DMVPN, FlexVPN, SSL VPN |
IPSec Throughput | Up to 1 Gbps |
Malware Protection | Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) |
Content Filtering | Cisco Umbrella DNS-layer security |
Intrusion Detection & Prevention | Integrated IDS/IPS via Snort-based Cisco Threat Defense |
Interfaces
Integrated LAN Ports | 6 x 1-Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) |
Modular Interface Slots | 2 x NIM (Network Interface Module), 2 x SM-X (Service Module) |
Console Ports | 1 x RJ-45, 1 x USB Type B |
USB Ports | 1 x USB 3.0 Type A |
Management Interface | 1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet |
Out-of-Band Management | Yes |
Data Transfer Rate | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 17.5 x 18.9 x 3.5 in (44.5 x 48 x 8.9 cm) |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -40°F to 149°F (-40°C to 65°C) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 85% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Rack Mountable | Yes |
Cooling Method | Fan |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management Platform | Cisco DNA Center (optional) |
License Options | Cisco DNA Essentials, Advantage, Premier (subscription-based) |
Management Interface | CLI, SNMP, Web UI |
Zero-Touch Provisioning | Yes |
Telemetry & Analytics | Cisco DNA Analytics and Assurance |