Description
Management and Monitoring Options
The CISCO2951-HSEC+/K9 is a Cisco VPN ISM (Intelligent Services Module) module that comes with HSEC (High Security) bundles. This module can be installed on a Cisco 2951 router to provide advanced security features, high availability and redundancy options, network scalability and flexibility, and management and monitoring options for the router.
Advanced Security Features: This module provides advanced security features such as support for Cisco IOS Firewall, Cisco IOS IPS, and Cisco IOS Zone-Based Firewall to protect the router and the network from various types of threats. It also supports VPN technologies like IPsec and SSL, which can be used to establish secure communication over the internet.
High Availability and Redundancy Options: The CISCO2951-HSEC+/K9 module supports different high availability and redundancy options to ensure that the router and the network stay up and running even in case of a failure. For example, it supports the use of redundant power supplies, redundant Ethernet interfaces, and multiple routing protocols to provide failover capabilities.
Network Scalability and Flexibility: This module supports different network scalability and flexibility options such as support for multiple VLANs and VLAN tagging, support for Quality of Service (QoS) and traffic shaping, and support for IPv6. These options allow the network to be configured to meet the specific needs of the organization.
Management and Monitoring Options: The module provides different management and monitoring options such as support for Cisco IOS Command-Line Interface (CLI), Cisco IOS Embedded Event Manager (EEM), and Cisco IOS NetFlow. These options allow the network administrator to manage and monitor the router and the network effectively.
Power and Cooling Considerations
CISCO2951-HSEC+/K9 Cisco VPN ISM module HSEC bundles Router requires proper power and cooling considerations to ensure proper functioning. The router needs a specific power supply and cooling requirements to operate properly. It requires a AC power supply and cooling of airflow must be maintained to prevent overheating. It also has a power consumption that can vary depending on the features and functions that are enabled on the router. It is important to consult the Cisco documentation for the specific power and cooling requirements for this router to ensure it is installed and operated correctly.
Remote Management and Access
CISCO2951-HSEC+/K9 Cisco VPN ISM module HSEC bundles Router has various remote management and access options that allow for remote configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of the router.
One of the most commonly used remote management options is through the use of a command-line interface (CLI) through Telnet or SSH. This allows for remote access to the router’s configuration and the ability to make changes, run commands, and view status information.
Another option is the use of a web-based interface, which allows for a more user-friendly interface and the ability to perform many of the same tasks as the CLI.
Additionally, the router supports SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) which allows for remote monitoring of the device’s performance, and can be integrated with network management systems.
Cisco also provides a software called Cisco Network Assistant (CNA), which allows for central management of multiple Cisco devices and can be used to configure, monitor, and troubleshoot the router remotely.
It’s important to secure these remote management access methods by using strong authentication, encryption and also to use access-lists to only allow authorized personnel to access the router.
General Information about this CISCO2951-HSEC+/K9
- Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number CISCO2951-HSEC+/K9
- Brand Name Cisco
- Product Series 2900
- Product Model 2951
- Product Name 2951 Integrated Service Router
- Product Type Router
Interfaces / Ports
- Total Number of Ports 3
- USB Yes
- Management Port Yes
- Number of Broadband (RJ-45) Ports 3
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots 13
- Expansion Slot Type PVDM
- Expansion Slot Type SFP (mini-GBIC)
- Expansion Slot Type HWIC
Network & Communication
- Network Technology 10/100/1000Base-T
- Ethernet Technology Gigabit Ethernet
- VoIP Supported No
Management & Protocols
- Security Features-
- Encrypted Transport VPN
- Dynamic Multipoint VPN (DMVPN)
- Cisco Security Manager
- Cisco Security MARS
- Cisco IOS Firewall
- Cisco IOS Zone-Based Firewall
- Cisco IOS Content Filtering
- Flexible Packet Matching (FPM)
- Cisco IOS IPS
- AAA
- SSL
Memory
- Standard Memory 512 MB
- Maximum Memory 2 GB
- Memory Technology DDR2 SDRAM
- Flash Memory 256 MB
- Memory Card Supported CompactFlash (CF) Card
Power Description
- PoE (RJ-45) Port No
- Input Voltage 110 V AC
- Input Voltage 220 V AC
- Power Source Power Supply
- Redundant Power Supply Yes
