Cisco 1 Port 2.5-Gbps/1-Gbps RJ-45 WAN, Network Interface Module

Cisco 1 Port 2.5-Gbps/1-Gbps RJ-45 WAN, Network Interface Module

The Cisco Catalyst 8000 Gigabit Ethernet WAN Modules bring high-density Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP+ and SFP) and copper (RJ-45) connectivity, supporting 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, and 10 Gbps Ethernet, to the Catalyst 8300 and 8200 Series Edge Platforms.

These modules replace the Network Interface Module (NIM) and Single-Wide Enhanced Service Module (SM-X) Ethernet WAN modules supported on the Cisco 4000 Series Integrated Services Routers. Providing maximum flexibility, the modules accelerate applications such as Ethernet WAN access, Cisco SD-WAN, and other high-speed connectivity options to the LAN, top-of-rack data center switches, and servers. Support for SD-WAN and vManage is available from day 1 on all these modules.

The ports on these modules work as routed Layer 3 ports. All the features supported on the router's embedded WAN ports are also available with these WAN modules.

Layer 2 switching between local ports on the module, or between ports on the module and other ports within the router system, is not supported. The ports on these modules terminate Layer 2 trunks from externally connected switches. As such, Layer 2 trunk and VLAN information is not carried over onto other ports in the system. The host router routes all traffic entering these modules.

Power over Ethernet (PoE IEEE 802.3 af/at/bt) is supported on the C-NIM-1M module.

This data sheet also covers the SM-NIM Carrier Adapter for the Catalyst 8300 Series. This carrier card enables all combinations of voice, WAN, and LAN modules to be hot-swappable and functioning in a Service Module (SM) slot. Up to 2 NIMs are supported per carrier card without any performance or functionality limitations.

• Network Module offers enhanced dependability with maximum productivity


• 2.5GBase-T network technology for reliable connectivity with maximum productivity


• 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet technology for a reliable, convenient way of communication and connectivity


• Supports twisted pair cables for durability and improved signal transfer while ensuring smooth and seamless data transfer


• Plug-in Module form factor for added reliability and dependability


• Network Module with data networking application/usage for maximum dependability and convenience