Description
Introduction to the 2 Ports Router
The C1921-4G-V-SEC/K9 Cisco 1921 Integrated Services Router is a high-performance, modular router that provides a wide range of features and capabilities for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as enterprise branch offices.
Some of the key features and benefits of the C1921-4G-V-SEC/K9 Cisco 1921 Integrated Services Router include:
- 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports: The router has two Gigabit Ethernet ports that provide high-speed connectivity for devices such as servers, switches, and PCs.
- 4G LTE support: The router supports 4G LTE, which can be used as a primary or backup WAN connection, providing reliable and secure connectivity.
- Integrated security: The router includes integrated security features such as a firewall, intrusion prevention system (IPS), and VPN support, helping to protect the network from various types of threats.
- Quality of Service (QoS): The router supports Quality of Service (QoS) features that can be used to prioritize important network traffic, such as voice and video, helping to ensure that critical applications receive the bandwidth they need.
- Advanced routing: The router supports advanced routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP, which can be used to route traffic efficiently and ensure that data is delivered to the correct destination.
- Virtualization: The router supports virtualization, which can be used to create multiple virtual networks on a single physical device, helping to improve network efficiency and security.
- Management and monitoring: The router includes a web-based interface that can be used to manage and monitor the router, as well as an SNMP agent that can be used to monitor the router’s performance and troubleshoot issues.
Remote Management Protocols
The Cisco 1921 Integrated Services Router (C1921-4G-V-SEC/K9) supports several remote management protocols, including:
- Telnet: a text-based protocol for remote access to the router’s command-line interface (CLI)
- SSH: a secure version of Telnet that encrypts the connection between the client and the router
- SNMP: a protocol for managing and monitoring network devices, including routers
- HTTP/HTTPS: for accessing the router’s web-based management interface
- Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP): a proprietary Cisco protocol for discovering other Cisco equipment on the network
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) : a protocol used to monitor and manage network devices, like routers, switches, servers, and more.
It also support
- Cisco Network Assistant (CNA): a GUI-based management tool for Cisco network devices
- Cisco Configuration Professional (CCP): a web-based tool for configuring Cisco routers and switches
- Cisco Security Manager (CSM): a web-based tool for managing security features on Cisco devices
- Cisco Prime: a web-based management tool for Cisco network devices, including routers, switches, and wireless devices.
Establishing Internet Connectivity
Establishing Internet connectivity on the Cisco 1921 Integrated Services Router (C1921-4G-V-SEC/K9) involves configuring the router to connect to your Internet service provider (ISP) and then configuring the LAN side to provide Internet access to devices connected to it.
- Connecting to the ISP: The first step is to connect the WAN (Wide Area Network) port of the router to the modem or network provided by your ISP using an Ethernet cable. This will establish a physical connection between the router and the ISP’s network.
- Configuring the WAN Interface: Next, you will need to configure the router’s WAN interface with the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway provided by your ISP. These settings allow the router to communicate with the ISP’s network and are typically obtained automatically via DHCP, but can also be set manually.
- DHCP Server: DHCP server is enabled in the router, which assigns IP addresses to devices connected to the LAN interface. This allows devices to communicate with the router and with each other.
- DNS Settings: You also need to configure the router’s Domain Name System (DNS) settings to use the DNS servers provided by your ISP. This allows devices connected to the router to resolve domain names to IP addresses and access websites.
- Verifying Connectivity: Once the configuration is completed, you should verify the Internet connectivity by pinging a public IP address from the router’s CLI or by trying to access a website from a device connected to the router’s LAN interface.
- Security: As an optional step, you can configure the router’s firewall to secure your network by filtering inbound and outbound traffic. This will help prevent unauthorized access and protect your network from malicious activity.
General Information
- Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number C1921-4G-V-SEC/K9
- Product Series 1900
- Product Model 1921
- Product Name 1921 Integrated Services Router
- Product Type Router
Interfaces / Ports
- Total Number of Ports 2
- USB Yes
- Management Port Yes
- Number of Broadband (RJ-45) Ports 2
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots 2
- Expansion Slot Type WIC
Network & Communication
- Network Technology 10/100/1000Base-T
- Ethernet Technology Gigabit Ethernet
- VoIP Supported No
Memory
- Standard Memory 512 MB
- Maximum Memory 512 MB
- Memory Technology DDR2 SDRAM
- Flash Memory 256 MB
Power Description
- PoE (RJ-45) Port No
- Input Voltage 220 V DC
- Input Voltage 110 V AC
- Power Source Power Supply
- Redundant Power Supply No
