Description
Industrial Automation and Control Systems
The HWIC-4T1/E1 is a Cisco network interface card that provides four T1 or E1 ports for connecting to WAN networks. It can be used in industrial automation and control systems to provide reliable and efficient connectivity to remote sites and devices.
Some of the ways in which the HWIC-4T1/E1 can be used in industrial automation and control systems include:
- Remote connectivity: The HWIC-4T1/E1 can be used to provide remote connectivity to industrial control systems, allowing operators to monitor and control systems from a central location.
- Data transmission: The HWIC-4T1/E1 can be used to transmit data between industrial control systems, allowing for real-time monitoring and control of industrial processes.
- Redundancy: The HWIC-4T1/E1 supports link redundancy and load balancing, providing a reliable and redundant network connection to remote sites and devices.
- Security: The HWIC-4T1/E1 supports a range of security features, including VPN and firewall capabilities, to protect industrial control systems from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
- Traffic analysis: The HWIC-4T1/E1 supports a range of traffic analysis tools, allowing operators to monitor network traffic and optimize network performance.
Networking and Communications
The HWIC-4T1/E1 Cisco 4 Ports Clear Channel HWIC is designed for high-speed data communication over T1 or E1 circuits. It provides a flexible and versatile solution for organizations that require connectivity between different locations or devices.
The networking and communications capabilities of the HWIC-4T1/E1 card are based on the following features:
- High-speed data transfer: The HWIC-4T1/E1 card provides a high-speed data transfer rate of up to 8 Mbps per port. This makes it ideal for organizations that require fast and reliable connectivity between different locations.
- Clear channel design: The HWIC-4T1/E1 card supports clear channel communication, which means it can carry any type of data, including voice, video, and data traffic. This allows organizations to use the card for a variety of applications.
- Point-to-point topology: The HWIC-4T1/E1 card follows a point-to-point topology, which means it connects two endpoints directly, without any intermediate nodes or devices. This makes it ideal for organizations that need to connect two locations or devices directly.
- Support for multiple network protocols: The HWIC-4T1/E1 card supports a variety of network protocols, including PPP, HDLC, and Frame Relay. This makes it compatible with a wide range of network devices and applications.
- Full-duplex communication: The HWIC-4T1/E1 card supports full-duplex communication, which means it can transmit and receive data simultaneously. This improves the overall performance of the card and ensures faster data transfer.
- Support for T1 and E1 line coding schemes: The HWIC-4T1/E1 card supports multiple T1 and E1 line coding schemes, including AMI, B8ZS, and HDB3. This makes it compatible with a wide range of T1 and E1 circuits.
Ports and Connectors
The HWIC-4T1/E1 is a Cisco network interface card that provides four T1 or E1 ports for connecting to WAN networks. The card has the following ports and connectors:
- Interface slots: The HWIC-4T1/E1 is designed to be installed in a router or switch HWIC slot.
- T1/E1 ports: The HWIC-4T1/E1 provides four T1/E1 ports that can be configured independently for T1 or E1 signaling. Each port supports a maximum bandwidth of 2 Mbps.
- RJ-45 connectors: Each T1/E1 port has an RJ-45 connector for connecting to a T1 or E1 network.
- LED indicators: The HWIC-4T1/E1 has LED indicators for each port that provide status information, including link status and activity.
- Management console port: The HWIC-4T1/E1 has a management console port that can be used to configure the card using Cisco IOS software.
- Power connector: The HWIC-4T1/E1 does not have an external power connector, as it is powered by the router or switch through the HWIC slot.
General Information
- Manufacturer: Cisco
- MPN: HWIC-4T1/E1
- Product Name: 4-Port Clear Channel T1/E1 HWIC
- Product Type: HWIC
Technical Information
- Application/Usage Wide Area Network
Interfaces / Ports
- Interfaces/Ports 4 x T1/E1 WAN
- Interfaces/Ports Details 4 x RJ-48C T1/E1 WAN
Media & Performance
- Data Transfer Rate 1.54 Mbps T1
- Data Transfer Rate 2.05 Mbps E1
Management & Protocols
- Management
- Supported by Cisco WAN Access Performance Management System (WAPMS)
- Cisco CNS 2100 Series Intelligence Engine (IE2100)
- CiscoWorks
Dimensions & Weight
- Height: 0.8 Inch
- Width: 3.1 Inch
- Depth: 4.7 Inch
- Weight: 0.20 Lbs
Miscellaneous
- Additional Information
- Integrated CSU/DSU per port
- Balanced or unbalanced E1 termination in the same module
- Independent clocking for each port
- Reduced Footprint
- Deployment Flexibility
Compatibility
- Cisco 2811 Integrated Services Routers
- Cisco 2821 Integrated Services Routers
- Cisco 2851 Integrated Services Routers
- Cisco 3825 Integrated Services Routers
- Cisco 3845 Integrated Services Routers
