Cisco IR1000 Rugged Series Secure Routers

Phenomenal routing and security. Tiny footprint.

Unlock a new level of miniaturized, low-power networking at the industrial edge for the post-quantum era.

Modular connectivity that’s ready for the demands of industrial AI

Secure routing at the industrial edge

As AI increases the demand for connected critical assets, the IR1000 Rugged Series delivers reliable networking to virtually any location.

Ultra-compact

Optimize your limited space with this router’s small form factor. With flexible mounting options, you can deploy powerful networking even in small, distributed cabinets, helping to ensure that your infrastructure stays connected anywhere.

Low power consumption

Extend your operational reach with industry-leading efficiency. Optimized for remote, power-limited sites, this router minimizes energy draw to keep your solar or battery-powered critical systems running.

Resistance to security threats

Safeguard your remote assets and maintain operational resilience with integrated application-layer firewall and post-quantum cryptography—providing protection for industrial networks today and beyond.

Adaptability

Modular, field-configurable connectivity options deliver secure asset connectivity while safeguarding your investments through evolving technology advancements.

Find the right IR1000 Rugged Series Secure Router

Get secure, future-ready connectivity for the AI era. Swap out our range of cellular WAN pluggable modules as your needs evolve or new technologies emerge.

IR1001

Critical security for scaled deployments

IR1005

All-in-one comprehensive security with threat protection for critical infrastructure & edge apps

P-5GS6-RC-GL

5G Reduced Capability (RedCap) module for seamless transition from 4G LTE to 5G when ready

  • 4G LTE compatible
  • eSIM-capable
  • Low power cellular PIM
  • Anterix Band 106
  • Global connectivity

P-5GS6-R16SA-GL

5G sub-6-GHz module, with standalone and non-standalone support, for public and private networks

  • FirstNet Capable
  • Global connectivity

P-LTEA7-NA/EAL/JP

  • FirstNet Capable
  • North America, Europe, Japan, and Latin America connectivity

P-LTE-GB

Cat4 LTE module for public and private networks

  • Europe connectivity

P-LTE-450 (coming soon)

450-MHz LTE module with expansive geographic coverage and deep indoor-signal penetration

  • Europe, Brazil connectivity

Secure everything, everywhere

Simplify deployments with all-in-one routing and application-layer firewall.

Easily enforce consistent security policies across all sites with NGFW capabilities, including intrusion prevention, malware protection, URL filtering, and DNS security built in.

OT security for field networks blueprint

Take the guesswork out of your industrial security setup. Our validated design guide will help you build a cyber-resilient WAN infrastructure to protect field assets.

OT visibility and secure remote access built-in

Inventory OT assets, their vulnerabilities, and behaviors to assess risks. Enforce least-privilege remote access policies. No extra appliance needed.

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Flexible management options

Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager

Extend Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN to the industrial edge, with tools to automate deployment, configuration, and management.

Cisco IoT Field Network Director

Enable your operations teams to manage massive scale field area networks (FANs) on-premises, with visibility you can count on.

Cisco Catalyst Center

Set up and monitor your core enterprise network to the edge, at scale—all from a single interface.

The 2026 State of Industrial AI Report for Utilities

Explore insights from over 1000 industrial professionals on moving AI from pilots to production. This report focuses on requirements for network readiness, cybersecurity, and IT/OT collaboration to scale AI securely across operations.

Secure the industrial network edge

It's time to connect your industrial-network edge with the ultra-compact, ultra-low-power IR1000 Rugged Series. Our sales team is ready when you are.