Cisco HWIC-4ESW EtherSwitch High Speed WIC Card
by Cisco
- Model: Cisco HWIC-4ESW
- Product Type: High-Speed WAN Interface Card (HWIC)
- Ports: 4 x 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet switch ports
- Ethernet Switching:
- IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
- IEEE 802.1Q VLAN encapsulation
- IEEE 802.1p Quality of Service (QoS) support
- VLAN Support:
- Up to 64 VLANs (IEEE 802.1Q-compliant)
- VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP)
- Per-port VLAN support for flexible segmentation
- Layer 2 Switching:
- Layer 2 forwarding and switching for seamless network performance
- Port security and port-based access control
- QoS:
- IEEE 802.1p class of service (CoS)
- Configurable QoS settings for traffic prioritization
- Management:
- Managed through Cisco IOS Software
- Support for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
- Compatible with Cisco Configuration Professional for GUI-based setup
- Power Requirements:
- Power sourced from host router (no separate power supply required)
- Supported Platforms:
- Compatible with various Cisco ISR routers (e.g., Cisco 2800 and 3800 series)
- Dimensions:
- Compact form factor for easy insertion into HWIC slots
- Compliance:
- IEEE standards for Ethernet switching and VLANs
- Cisco standards for modular HWIC integration
| UPC | HWIC-4ESW EtherSwitch |
|---|---|
| Model Number | Cisco HWIC-4ESW |
| SKU | 23911 |
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Description
Cisco HWIC-4ESW EtherSwitch High Speed WIC Card
The Cisco HWIC-4ESW EtherSwitch High-Speed WAN Interface Card (HWIC) is a versatile networking module designed to add four 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet switch ports to compatible Cisco Integrated Services Routers (ISR). This HWIC provides seamless Layer 2 switching capabilities, allowing organizations to enhance network connectivity while maximizing the utility of their existing router infrastructure.
Supporting VLAN segmentation, the HWIC-4ESW enables effective network management, helping businesses segment and secure traffic for different departments or services. With support for up to 64 VLANs, it allows for flexible, isolated traffic flows across the network. The card also incorporates Quality of Service (QoS) features, such as IEEE 802.1p prioritization, which allows network administrators to prioritize critical data, voice, and video applications, enhancing overall performance and user experience.
Managed through Cisco IOS software, the HWIC-4ESW offers simple configuration and monitoring options, integrating with Cisco's network management tools and supporting SNMP for network status tracking. Its compact, host-powered design fits easily into compatible Cisco routers, making it an ideal choice for businesses looking to scale their network capabilities with minimal hardware investment. The Cisco HWIC-4ESW is a cost-effective and highly functional solution for organizations seeking advanced switching features without adding separate switches to their network setup
