Product Type | Voice Interface Card (VIC) |
Form Factor | Plug-in module |
Model | VIC2-2BRI-NT/TE |
Device Type | Two-Port ISDN BRI Voice Interface Card |
Voice & Fax Integration | Yes |
Supports TE or NT Mode | Yes |
Weight | 0.3 lb (approx) |
Power Requirements | Supplied through router host interface |
Application/Usage | Voice |
Cisco VIC2-2BRI-NT/TE Two-Port ISDN Voice Interface Card



Key Benefits

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- Offers flexible deployment with selectable TE or NT mode for ISDN BRI networks
- Enhances network voice capacity with dual-channel ISDN voice and fax support
- Compatible with a broad range of Cisco routers and modules, ensuring versatile integration
Product Overview
The Cisco VIC2-2BRI-NT/TE is a two-port BRI voice interface card with both TE and NT support, enabling it to act as either user- or network-side equipment. Designed for ISDN voice integration, it is compatible with a wide range of Cisco router platforms including the 3845, 3825, and several 2600 and 1700 series routers. It features two RJ-45 BRI WAN ports with 64kbps data transfer rate per channel and is TAA compliant, making it ideal for both commercial and government environments. Its support for Layer 2 and Layer 3 configurations and Cisco IOS ISDN switch types provides implementation flexibility in various network topologies.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.0 in x 4.8 in x 7.1 in |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -4°F to 149°F (-20°C to 65°C) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Cooling | Passive (depends on host router airflow) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cisco IOS Software Required | Yes |
Cloud Managed | No |
Centralized Management Compatibility | Via Cisco IOS CLI or Cisco Prime infrastructure |
Compatibility
Supported Network Modules | NM-HD-1V, NM-HD-2V, NM-HD-2VE |
Supported Platforms | Cisco 3845, 3825, 3745, 3725, 3660 Series, 2691, 2600XM Series, 1760, 1751 |
Unsupported Devices | Cisco 3620 Series Routers |
Interfaces
Number of Ports | 2 |
Port Type | RJ-45 ISDN BRI WAN |
Interface Type | ISDN BRI (Basic Rate Interface) |
Maximum Data Transfer Rate per Channel | 64 Kbps |
Total Bandwidth (2B+D) | 144 Kbps per BRI port |
Supported Modes | TE (Terminal Equipment) and NT (Network Termination) |
Layer 2 Support | Yes |
Layer 3 Support | Yes |
Cisco IOS Supported ISDN Switch Types | Yes |
Connection Type | On-premise and off-premise ISDN BRI connections |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | United States |
Certifications | FCC Part 15 Class A, CE Mark |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
ISDN Authentication Protocol Support | PAP/CHAP over PPP |