Table Of Contents
Cisco 880 Series Voice Routers
3G Cellular Data WAN Connectivity
Supported Cisco Radio Antennas
Product Overview
This chapter provides an overview of the features available for the Cisco 860 series, Cisco 880 series, and Cisco 890 series Integrated Services Routers (ISRs), and contains the following sections:
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For compliance and safety information, see the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information Roadmap that ships with the router and the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for Cisco 800 Series and SOHO Series Routers.
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General Description
The Cisco 860 series, Cisco 880 series, and Cisco 890 series ISRs provide data, voice, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ wireless access point (AP), integrated Virtual Private Network (VPN), and backup capabilities to corporate teleworkers and to remote and small offices with fewer than 20 users. These routers are capable of bridging and multiprotocol routing between LAN and WAN ports. The routers provide advanced features such as global industry standard symmetrical high-speed DSL (G.SHDSL), very-high-data-rate digital subscriber line 2-over-plain old telephone service (VDSL2oPOTS), 802.11n, quality of service (QoS), firewall, antivirus protection, and Secure Socket Layer (SSL).
The Cisco 860 series, Cisco 880 series, and Cisco 890 series ISRs have a desktop form factor with built-in wall-mount features. The Cisco 890 series ISRs also have optional rack-mount features. These ISRs are powered by an external power supply adapter. The various models differ in the WAN interface and features that they support.
Cisco 860 Series ISRs
The Cisco 860 series ISRs are fixed-configuration data routers that support the following features:
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Figure 1-1 shows the front panel details of the Cisco 860 wireless router.
Figure 1-1 Front Panel of the Cisco 860 Series Wireless ISR
Figure 1-2 shows the back panel details of the Cisco 861 wireless (861W) ISR. Nonwireless routers do not have antennas on the back panel. However, the feature locations are similar for all Cisco 860 series routers.
Figure 1-2 Back Panel of the Cisco 861W ISR
Cisco 880 Series ISRs
The Cisco 880 series ISRs have data and voice capabilities. They have the following features:
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Cisco 880 Series Data Routers
The Cisco 880 series data routers provide integrated VPN, embedded Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, 802.11b/g/n-compliant wireless AP, 3G, and backup capabilities. Figure 1-3 and Figure 1-4 show the features available on Cisco 880 series data routers. Some of the features shown may not be available on your router.
Depending on the router model, the primary WAN port can be G.SHDSL, VDSL2oPOTS, or 10/100 FE. See the Cisco 880 Series Integrated Services Routers data sheet for the WAN interface that is supported on your router.
Figure 1-3 shows the front panel details of the Cisco 880 wireless data router. The USB port and the 3G card slot are located on the front panel.
Figure 1-3 Front Panel of the Cisco 880 Series Wireless Data Router
LEDs
USB port
3G express card slot—Supports third-party1 3G card (Cisco 88xG models only)
1 See the Cisco 880 Series Integrated Services Routers data sheet for supported vendors.
Figure 1-4 shows the back panel details of the Cisco 888W data router. Nonwireless routers do not have antennas on the back panel. However, the feature locations are similar across all Cisco 880 series data routers.
Figure 1-4 Back Panel of the Cisco 888W Data Router
ISDN port—not available on 3G models
PoE power connector—optional
Primary WAN port1 —G.SHDSL, VDSL2oPOTS, ADSL2+oPOTS, ADSL2+oISDN, or 10/100 FE
Reset button
Antenna—captive omnidirectional dipole WLAN antenna (wireless models only)
Power connector
4-port 10/100 Ethernet switch
Earth ground connection
Serial port—console or auxiliary
Kensington security slot
1 Depending on the router model, the primary WAN port can be G.SHDSL, VDSL2oPOTS, or 10/100 FE. The VDSL2oPOTS port is in the same location as the G.SHDSL port. The 10/100 FE WAN port is located at the bottom left corner. See Figure 1-2 for location of the 10/100 FE WAN port.
Cisco 880 Series Voice Routers
The Cisco 880 series voice routers provide managed voice services that interface with Foreign Exchange Station (FXS), Foreign Exchange Office (FXO), or Basic Rate Interface (BRI) connections. Figure 1-5, Figure 1-6, and Figure 1-7 show the features available on the Cisco 880 series voice routers. The features available vary, depending on the router model. Some features may not be available on your router.
Depending on the router model, the primary WAN port can be either G.SHDL or 10/100 FE. See the Cisco 880 Series Integrated Services Routers data sheet for the WAN interface and voice ports that are supported on your router.
Figure 1-5 shows the front panel details of the Cisco 880 series wireless voice router.
Figure 1-5 Front Panel of the Cisco 880 Series Wireless Voice Router
Figure 1-6 shows the back panel details of the Cisco 881SRST-W voice router.
Figure 1-6 Back Panel of the Cisco C881SRST-W Voice Router
Primary WAN port1 —10/100 FE
Antenna—captive wireless omnidirectional dipole WLAN antenna (wireless models only)
Voice ports—four FXS2 /DID3 ports, one FXO4 port with TBP5 power failover
Reset button
4-port 10/100 Ethernet switch
Power connector
Serial port—console or auxiliary
Earth ground connection
PoE power connector—optional
Kensington security slot
1 Depending on the router model, the primary WAN port can be either G.SHDL or 10/100 FE.
2 FXS = Foreign Exchange Station.
3 DID = Direct Inward Dialing.
4 FXO = Foreign Exchange Office.
5 TBP = trunk bypass.
Figure 1-7 shows the back panel details of the Cisco 888SRST-W voice router.
Figure 1-7 Back Panel of the Cisco C888SRST-W Voice Router
Primary WAN port1 —G.SHDSL
Antenna—captive wireless omnidirectional dipole WLAN antenna (wireless models only)
Reset button
4-port 10/100 Ethernet switch
Power connector
Serial port—console or auxiliary
Earth ground connection
PoE power connector—optional
Kensington security slot
1 Depending on the router model, the primary WAN port can be either G.SHDL or 10/100 FE.
2 FXS = Foreign Exchange Station.
3 DID = Direct Inward Dialing.
4 BRI = Basic Rate Interface.
Cisco 890 Series ISRs
The Cisco 890 series ISRs have the following features:
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Figure 1-8 shows the front panel details of the Cisco 890 wireless router.
Figure 1-8 Front Panel of the Cisco 890 Series Wireless ISR
Figure 1-9 shows the back panel details of the Cisco 892-W router. Nonwireless routers do not have RP-TNC antenna or connectors on the back panel. Some of the features that are shown may not be available on your router. However, the feature locations are similar across all Cisco 890 series routers.
Figure 1-9 Back Panel of the Cisco 892-W Router
1 The Data BRI port is available only on the Cisco 892 router models.
2 The V.92 port (not shown) is available only on the Cisco 891 router models and is located between the console port and the Ethernet switch.
Hardware Features
This section provides an overview of the following hardware features for the Cisco 860 series, 880 series, and 890 series ISRs. A feature summary is available at the end of this section.
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Kensington Lock
A Kensington security slot is located on the router back panel. To secure the router to a desktop or other surface, use the Kensington lockdown equipment.
Reset Button
The Reset button resets the router configuration to the default configuration set by the factory. To restore the router configuration to the default configuration set by the factory, simultaneously press the reset button while applying power to the router.
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LEDs
The LEDs are located on the front panel of the router. Table 1-1 describes the LEDs for the Cisco 860 series, 880 series, and 890 series ISRs.
Table 1-1 LED Descriptions for the Cisco 860 Series, Cisco 880 Series, and Cisco 890 Series ISRs
Power OK
Green
On—DC power is being supplied to the router and the Cisco IOS software is running.
Blinking—Bootup is in process, or the router is in ROMMON monitor mode.
Off—Power is not supplied to the router.
All models
All models
All models
Link Status FE01
Green
On—Ethernet port is connected.
Blinking—Data is either being received or being transmitted.
Off—Ethernet port is not connected.
All models
All models
All models
Link Status FE1
Link Status FE2
Link Status FE3
Link Status FE4
Green
On—Ethernet port is connected.
Blinking—Data is either being received or being transmitted.
Off—Ethernet port is not connected.
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All models
Link Status FE5
Link Status FE6
Link Status FE7
FE WAN Port Link Status
Green
On—Port is connected.
Blinking—Data is either being received or being transmitted.
Off—Port is not connected.
861 models
881 models
All models
GE WAN Port Link Status
Green
On—Port is connected.
Blinking—Data is either being received or being transmitted.
Off—Port is not connected.
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All models
WLAN (2.4 GHz)
Green
On—Radio is connected, SSID2 is configured, and client is associated, but no data is being received or being transmitted.
Slow blinking—Radio is connected, SSID is configured, and beacons are being transmitted.
Fast blinking—Data is either being received or being transmitted.
Off—Radio is shut down, and no SSID is configured.
Wireless models
Wireless models
Wireless models
WLAN (5 GHz)
Green
On—Radio is connected, SSID is configured, and client is associated, but no data is being received or being transmitted.
Slow blinking—Radio is connected, SSID is configured, and beacons are being transmitted.
Fast blinking—Data is either being received or being transmitted.
Off—Radio is shut down, and no SSID is configured.
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Wireless models
WLAN LINK (Autonomous Mode)
Green
On—Wireless link is up.
Blinking—Ethernet link is up, and data is either being received or being transmitted.
Off—Wireless link is down.
Wireless models
Wireless models
Wireless models
WLAN LINK (Unified Mode)
Green
On—Ethernet link is up, and wireless access point (AP) is communicating with LWAPP3 controller.
Blinking—Ethernet link is up, but wireless AP is not communicating with LWAPP controller.
Off—Ethernet link is down.
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Wireless models
Wireless models
PoE4
Green
On—PoE is connected and powered.
Off—PoE is not installed.
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Models with PoE
Models with PoE
Amber
On—Fault with the PoE.
VPN5
Green
On—VPN is connected.
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All models
All models
PPP6
Green
On—At least one PPP session is established.
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All models
All models
xDSL7 CD
Green
On—The xDSL interface is connected to the DSLAM8 .
Blink—Training to the line.
Off—Indicates that a connection has not been established or the port is shut down.
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887, 887V, 888 models
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xDSL Data
Green
Blink—The xDSL interface is either receiving or transmitting data.
Off—No data is being transmitted or being received.
886 models
887, 887V, 888 models
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Data BRI9 LINK
Green
On—ISDN D channel is connected.
886 models
887, 887V, 888 models
892 models
Data BRI B1
Green
Blinking—B1 channel is either receiving or sending data, or data is passing through ISDN channel 1.
886 models
887, 887V, 888 models
892 models
Data BRI B2
Green
Blinking—B2 channel is receiving or sending data, or data is passing through ISDN channel 2.
886 models
887, 887V, 888 models
892 models
Green
On—Service is established.
Slow Blinking—Searching for service.
Fast Blinking—Data is either being received or being transmitted.
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3G models
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Green
Off—Low signal strength (lower than -100 dBm).
On—High RSSI (-69 dBm or higher).
Slow Blinking—Low or medium RSSI (-99 to -90 dBm).
Fast Blinking—Medium RSSI (-89 to -70 dBm).
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3G models
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Amber
On—No service.
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3G models
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3G GSM13
Green
On—Service is established.
Off—No service.
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3G models
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3G CDMA14
Green
On—Service is established.
Off—No service.
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3G models
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FXO15 Voice
Green
On—FXO port is connected.
Blinking—FXO port is either receiving or transmitting data.
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881
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BRI Voice LNK
Green
On—BRI interface is connected.
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886, 887V, 888, SRST models
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BRI Voice B1
Green
On—BRI B1 channel is connected.
Blinking—BRI B1 channel is either receiving or transmitting data.
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886, 887V, 888, SRST models
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BRI Voice B2
Green
On—BRI B2 channel is connected.
Blinking—BRI B2 channel is either receiving or transmitting data.
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886, 887V, 888, SRST models
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Green
On—FXS/DID port is connected.
Blinking—FXS/DID port is either receiving or transmitting data.
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886, 887V, 888, SRST models
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V.92 Modem
Green
On—Modem is connected.
Blinking—V.92 port is either receiving or transmitting data.
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891 models
1 FE = Fast Ethernet.
2 SSID = service set identifier.
3 LWAPP =Lightweight Access Point Protocol.
4 PoE = Power over Ethernet.
5 VPN = Virtual Private Network.
6 PPP = Point-to-Point Protocol.
7 xDSL = General term referring to various forms of DSL, including ADSL (asymmetric digital subscriber line), VDSL (very-high-data-rate digital subscriber line), and G.SHDSL.
8 DSLAM = digital subscriber line access multiplexer.
9 BRI = Basic Rate Interface.
10 3G = Third-Generation.
11 WWAN = wireless WAN.
12 RSSI = Received Signal Strength Indicator.
13 GSM = Global System for Mobile Communication.
14 CDMA = code division multiple access.
15 FXO = Foreign Exchange Office.
16 SRST = Survivable Remote Site Telephony.
17 FXS = Foreign Exchange Station.
18 DID = Direct Inward Dialing.
Memory
The Cisco 860 series, 880 series, and 890 series routers contain flash memory and main memory.
Flash Memory
The Cisco 860 series, 880 series, and 890 series ISRs use non-upgradable flash memory storage. The onboard flash memory contains the Cisco IOS software image, the boot flash contains the ROMMON boot code, and a separate non-volatile flash contains the cookie configuration.
The default flash memory for the Cisco 860 series and 880 series routers is 128 MB. The default flash memory for the Cisco 880 series voice routers and Cisco 890 series routers is 256 MB.
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Main Memory
The Cisco 860 series routers contain 256 MB of onboard memory. The onboard memory in the Cisco 860 series router is not expandable.
The Cisco 880 series routers contain 256 MB of onboard memory and a single memory expansion slot that accommodates a PC2-4200, 256-MB or 512-MB double data rate 2 (DDR2) SODIMM, for a maximum of 768 MB.
The Cisco 890 series routers contain 512 MB of DRAM by default (256 MB of onboard memory and a single memory expansion slot that accommodates a PC2-5300, 256-MB or 512-MB DDR2 SODIMM, for a maximum of 768 MB).
USB Port
The Cisco 860 series and 880 series routers have a single Universal Serial Bus (USB 1.1-compliant) port located on the front panel. The USB port provides connection for USB devices such as security tokens and flash memory.
The Cisco 890 series routers have two USB 1.1-compliant ports located on the front panel.
Fan
Some router models do not have a fan, while other models have either one or two fans.
The fans spin at full speed, as a diagnostic aid, immediately after the router is powered up. After the router has booted, the fans spin as fast as necessary to minimize fan noise while maintaining a safe internal operating temperature.
Power over Ethernet Module
The Cisco 880 series ISRs can include an optional Power over Ethernet (PoE) module that provides power to 802.3af-compliant devices connected to FE ports 0 and 1.
The Cisco 890 series ISRs can include an optional PoE module that provides power to 802.3af-compliant devices connected to FE ports 0, 1, 2, and 3.
The PoE module is an option available only for the Cisco 880 series and 890 series ISRs and requires a 48-V external power adapter.
3G Cellular Data WAN Connectivity
The 3G (Evolution Data Only [EVDO], Universal Mobile Telecommunications Systems [UMTS]) cellular interface is intended for use as a backup data link, but it can also be used as a primary WAN data link. The 3G technology is third-generation wide-area cellular technology that is used in voice telephony and broadband wireless data in a mobile environment.
The Cisco 88xG models come with a 34-mm express card slot ready for use with a commercial 3G card radio. The 3G express card slot is located on the front panel. For a list of supported 3G cards, see the Cisco 880 Series Integrated Services Routers data sheet.
Wireless LAN Connectivity
The embedded Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, 802.11a/b/g/n-compliant wireless AP is preinstalled in the router as an optional feature. The Cisco 860 series routers support autonomous features and network configurations. The Cisco 880 series and 890 series routers support both autonomous and unified features and network configurations.
The wireless AP does not have an external console port. Use the router's console port as described in Chapter 3, "Connecting a Terminal or PC to the Console Port." To configure the wireless device, use the Cisco IOS command-line interface (CLI).
Table 1-2 describes the radios and antennas for the Cisco 860 series, 880 series, and 890 series routers.
The 5-GHz radio operates in the Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) 1, 2, 3, 5-GHz frequency bands.
Table 1-2 Wireless Device Radios and Antennas
Single-band 802.11b/g/n draft 2.0 radio module
Cisco 860 and 880 series routers
2.4 GHz
Up to 100 Mb/s
Cisco 860 series: autonomous only
Cisco 880 series: autonomous and unified
Three captive 2-dBi omnidirectional dipole antennas
Dual-band simultaneous 802.11a/n and 802.11b/g/n
radio moduleCisco 890
2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
100 Mb/s per radio, up to 200 Mb/s total
Autonomous and unified
Three dual-band, removable, 2.4-GHz/5-GHz omnidirectional dipole RP-TNC antenna 2
Supported Cisco Radio Antennas
The Cisco 890 series ISRs come with three removable dipole antennas that can be replaced using the Cisco approved antenna extenders listed in Table 1-3.
Table 1-3 Cisco Antennas Supported on the Cisco 890 Series ISRs
AIR-ANTM2050D-R
Omnidirectional
2.0 dBi at 2.4 GHz
5.0 dBi at 5 GHz
This is the default antenna. It is a swivel-mount dipole dual-band blade antenna. For more information, see the Cisco 2.4-GHz Swivel-Mount Dipole Antenna (23.7786.51) document.
AIR-ANTM4050V-R
Omnidirectional
4.0 dBi at 2.4 GHz
5.0 dBi at 5 GHz
Ceiling-mount dual-band antenna. This antenna has a clip that allows it to be mounted on a drop-ceiling cross member. For more information, see the Cisco Multiband Diversity Omnidirectional Ceiling-Mount Antenna document.
AIR_ANTM5050P-R
Patch
5.5 dBi at 2.4 GHz
6.0 dBi at 5 GHz
Wall-mount dual-band antenna. For more information, see the Cisco Multiband Wall-Mount, Corner-Mount, or Mast-Mount Antenna document.
Feature Summary
Table 1-4 summarizes the hardware features available in the Cisco 860 series, Cisco 880 series, and Cisco 890 series ISRs.
Table 1-4 Hardware Features Available in Cisco 860 Series, Cisco 880 Series, and Cisco 890 Series ISRs
Reset button
Resets the router configuration to the factory default.
All models
All models
All models
FE1 built-in switch ports
Provides connection to 10/100BASE-T (10/100-Mbps) Fast Ethernet networks. The autosensing function in these routers eliminates the need for a crossover cable and allows the router to detect MDI2 or MDIX3 in any other PC or hub with a straight-through cable or a crossover cable.
All models
All models
All models
Console or AUX port
Provides a connection to the terminal or PC for software configuration or troubleshooting. The console port may be configured as a virtual auxiliary port for dial backup and remote management. The Cisco 890 series routers have separate console and auxiliary ports.
All models
All models
All models
Security features
Provides support for VPNs4 , Cisco IOS Firewall, and IPSec5 . The Cisco 880 series routers also provide URL filtering.
All models
All models
All models
Embedded wireless AP
The wireless AP is Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ 802.11a/b/g/n-compliant. The Cisco 860 series and 880 series routers contain a single 802.11b/g/n radio. The Cisco 890 series routers contain dual 802.11b/g/n and 802.11a/n radios.
Wireless models
802.11b/g/n
Wireless models
802.11b/g/n
Wireless models
802.11b/g/n and 802.11a/n
FE WAN port
Provides connection to 10/100BASE-T. Can be connected to other network devices, such as a cable modem, an xDSL6 modem, or router. The router is capable of bridging and multiprotocol routing between the LAN and WAN ports.
861 models
881 models
All models
GE7 WAN port
10/100/1000 GE WAN Port.
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All models
VDSL2oPOTS8 port
Provides connection to a VDSL2 network.
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887V
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ADSL2+oPOTS
Provides ADSL connection over basic telephone service with Annex A and Annex B ITU G. 992.1 (ADSL), G.992.3 (ADSL2), and G.992.5 (ADSL2+)
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887V
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ADSL2+oISDN
Provides ADSL connection over ISDN.
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886
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Real-time clock (RTC)
RTC provides nonvolatile date and time when the router is powered on. The RTC is used for verifying the validity of the Certification Authority stored on the router. It is backed up by a nonreplaceable lithium battery.
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All models
All models
USB port
Supports high-speed USB 1.1. Provides connection for USB devices such as security tokens and flash memory.
The Cisco 880 series routers have a single USB port; the Cisco 890 series routers have two USB ports.
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All models
All models
PoE9
(Optional) Provides power for 802.3af-compliant devices (such as phones) that are connected to the router.
The Cisco 880 series routers support a 2-port PoE module; the Cisco 890 series routers support a 4-port PoE module.
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Models with PoE
Models with PoE
G.SHDSL10 port
Provides 2-wire or 4-wire connection to a G.SHDSL network.
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888 models
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3G11 card slot
Provides backup data link.
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3G models
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Dying gasp
Detects when the router is about to lose power, and sends a power-fail signal to warn the DSLAM12 about the impending line drop.
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xDSL models
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Data BRI port
Provides backup and remote management functions by connecting to the ISDN service provider if the main VDSL213 or G.SHDSL link fails.
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xDSL models, except for the 3G and SRST14 models
892 models
V.92 modem
Provides dial backup and remote management functions if the main WAN link fails.
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891 models
FXO15 port
An FXO interface connects local calls to a central office or PBX. This is the interface a standard telephone provides.
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881 SRST models
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An FXS interface connects directly to a standard telephone, fax machine, or similar device. This interface supplies ringing voltage and dial tone to the station.
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886, 887V, 888, SRST models
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BRI voice port
The ISDN BRI S/T voice interface provides a client-side (TE) ISDN S/T physical interface for connection to an NT1 device that terminates an ISDN telephone network.
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886, 887V, 888, SRST models
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1 FE = Fast Ethernet.
2 MDI = media-dependent interface in normal mode.
3 MDIX = media-dependent interface in crossover mode.
4 VPN = Virtual Private Network.
5 IPsec = IP security.
6 xDSL = General term referring to various forms of DSL, including ADSL (asymmetric digital subscriber line), VDSL (very-high-data-rate digital subscriber line), and G.SHDSL.
7 GE = Gigabit Ethernet
8 VDSL2oPOTS = very-high-data-rate digital subscriber line 2 over plain old telephone service.
9 PoE = Power over Ethernet.
10 G.SHDSL = (global industry standard) symmetrical high-speed DSL.
11 3G = Third-Generation.
12 DSLAM = digital subscriber line access multiplexer.
13 VDSL2 = very-high-data-rate digital subscriber line 2.
14 SRST = Survivable Remote Site Telephony.
15 FXO = Foreign Exchange Office.
16 FXS = Foreign Exchange Station.
17 DID = Direct Inward Dialing.
