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The Cisco 2500 series routers provide a variety of models designed for branch office and remote site environments. These routers are typically fixed configuration with at least two of the following interfaces:
Cisco 2500 routers come with Flash EPROM technology for simplified software maintenance. These systems support a variety of Cisco IOS software feature sets, so you can choose a feature set that supports your specific protocol environment. The software feature sets range from an IP and bridging-only to the full array of Cisco`s software functionality, including APPN and RMON.
Mission-specific models contain less memory and less hardware functionality to support a subset of protocols. Each mission-specific model can be upgraded to full router capability by downloading a new Cisco IOS software feature set and, if necessary, adding memory.
Cisco 2500 series models can be divided into the following categories:
All the Cisco 2500 series models support the features listed in the following table.
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Flash memory | Minimum of 8 MB of Flash memory, except for the mission-specific routers which require only 4 MB of Flash memory. However, depending on the Cisco IOS release that shipped with the system, it might require more memory. Refer to the "Cisco IOS Software" chapter for the minimum Flash memory required for each feature set. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
DRAM memory expandability | Minimum DRAM required by the Cisco IOS release that shipped with the system. Refer to the "Cisco IOS Software" chapter for the minimum DRAM required for each feature set. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Processor type | 20-MHz 68030 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Software options-Cisco IOS Release 11.2 | IP Routing IP Routing Plus IP/IPX with IBM base functionality and APPN Desktop (IP/IPX/AppleTalk/DEC) Desktop (IP/IPX/AppleTalk/DEC) Plus Enterprise Enterprise Plus Enterprise/APPN/Plus Mission-specific Cisco 2500 series: application-specific software |
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Software options-Cisco IOS Release 11.1 and 11.0 | IP Routing IP Routing with IBM base functionality IP/IPX Routing IP/IPX Routing with IBM base functionality IP/IPX with IBM base functionality and APPN Desktop Desktop with IBM base functionality Enterprise Enterprise/APPN RMON Mission-specific Cisco 2500 series: application-specific software |
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Dimensions (H x W x D) | Models 2501 to 2516 and 2520 to 2525: 1.75 x 17.5 x 10.56 in. (4.44 x 44.45 x 26.82 cm) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Weight (average shipping) | Models 2501 to 2516 and 2520 to 2525: 10 lb. (4.5 kg) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Standard components | Power supply and cord Console cable kit RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter 19 in. rack-mount/wall-mount kit |
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If your system requires more than 8 MB of Flash memory, the additional
memory must be ordered separately. This feature set is available with Cisco IOS Release 11.0 and later releases. The console cable kit includes an RJ-45-to-RJ-45 roll-over console cable, an RJ-45-to-DB-25 male DCE adapter, an RJ-45-to-DB-25 female DTE adapter, and an RJ-45-to-DB-9 female DTE adapter
Software
OptionsThe Cisco 2500 series routers are discussed in the following sections:
Memory OptionsAll Cisco 2500 models include a minimum of 8 MB of Flash memory, except for the mission-specific routers which include 4 MB or 8 MB of Flash memory, depending upon the Cisco IOS software release you order. Additional Flash memory can be purchased to allow for dual banking or potential future code growth. There are two types of DRAM memory in the Cisco 2500 series routers: primary and shared (packet). Primary memory is used to store the operating configuration, routing tables, caches, and queues. Shared memory is used to store incoming and outgoing packets. In the table below, the physical configuration column lists the amount of DRAM SIMM memory supported. The system usage column lists how the system allocates the total DRAM memory installed.
Hardware Product NumbersThe Cisco 2500 series offers the hardware, memory, and NPM cable options listed in the following table. If a product number ends with an equal sign (=), the item can be ordered only as a spare. If a product number does not end with an equal sign, the item can be ordered as a spare or as a configurable part of a system order. Other hardware options can also be ordered through the Cisco authorized reseller channel. Note For options that apply to most systems, refer to the "Cables and Transceivers" or "Power Supplies and Power Cords" chapters later in the catalog. Single LAN RoutersModels 2501, 2502, 2503, 2504, 2520, 2521, 2522, and 2523 (see through ) contain the common Cisco 2500 series features listed in the following table. In addition, these models support the network interfaces listed in Table 11-90. Note This section discusses standard models. The mission-specific models are described in the "Mission-Specific Routers" section later in this chapter.
Mission-Specific RoutersMission-specific routers are entry-level routers that are based on standard Cisco 2500 hardware. However, mission-specific routers contain less memory than standard models and run reduced software images designed for CFRAD, LAN FRAD, and ISDN applications. These reduced software images disable unused ports. Mission-specific routers can be upgraded to full standard-model functionality by purchasing additional software and memory.
Router/Hub CombinationsModels 2505, 2507, and 2516 support integrated hub functionality as well as all the common features listed in Table 11-89. In addition, these models support the interfaces listed in the following table.
Figure 5-101: Cisco 2507 Rear View
Figure 5-102: Cisco 2516 Rear View
Access ServersModels 2509, 2510, 2511, and 2512 are designed to function as access servers for remote node and asynchronous/synchronous routing. For complete information, refer to the "Access Servers" chapter later in the catalog. Dual LAN RoutersModels 2513, 2514, and 2515 provide higher-density LAN support and include all the common features listed in Table 11--89. In addition, these models support the interfaces listed in the table below.
Figure 5-104: Cisco 2514 Rear View
Figure 5-105: Cisco 2515 Rear View
Modular RoutersModels 2524 and 2525 provide LAN and WAN access in a low-cost modular router platform that can grow with your internetworking needs. The Cisco 2524 offers an Ethernet (AUI or 10BaseT) LAN connection, and the Cisco 2525 offers a Token Ring (STP or UTP) LAN connection. Both routers can accommodate up to three WAN modules-two synchronous serial and one ISDN. The choice of synchronous serial WAN modules is as follows:
Note The five-in-one synchronous serial WAN module gets its name from the five types of signaling it supports, which include: EIA/TIA-232, EIA/TIA-449, V.35, X.21 and EIA-530. You can order a DB-60 shielded serial transition cable. The router end of the cable has a DB-60 connector; the other end of the cable has the appropriate connector for the standard interface you specify. The choice of ISDN WAN modules is as follows:
The ISDN WAN modules are keyed so that you cannot insert them into the synchronous serial WAN slots. A blank slot cover is installed over unused slots. Figure 5-106: Cisco 2524 Rear View
Figure 5-107: Cisco 2525 Rear View
Figure 5-108: 2-Wire, Switched, 56-Kbps DSU/CSU WAN Module
Figure 5-109: 4-Wire, 56/64-kbps DSU/CSU WAN Module
Figure 5-110: Fractional T1/T1 DSU/CSU WAN Module
Figure 5-111: ISDN BRI WAN Module
Figure 5-112: ISDN BRI with Integrated NT1 WAN Module
Figure 5-113: Five-in-One Synchronous Serial WAN Module
Figure 5-114: Blank Slot Cover
Refer to the "Cisco IOS Software" chapter for detailed software feature set information. Ordering InformationProduct NumbersNote For more information, including cable illustrations, refer to the "Cables and Transceivers" chapter. The "Power Cords" chapter provides international power cord product numbers.
1. Mission-specific router. Mission-specific routers are based on standard Cisco 2500 hardware, but they contain less memory and run reduced Cisco IOS images that disable unused ports and support a subset of protocols. By adding software, and possibly memory, mission-specific routers can be upgraded to full standard router functionality. 2. See the "Access Servers" chapter later in this catalog, for more information.
Product and Part NumbersTable 5-89: Part Numbers for the Rack-Mount Kits
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1. The 19-inch rack-mount kit can only be ordered as a spare; a 19-inch rack-mount kit is included with all Cisco 2500 series routers. An optional 24-inch rack-mount kit can be ordered from Cisco Systems.
2. The auxiliary/console cable kit includes an RJ-45-to-RJ-45 roll-over console cable, an RJ-45-to-DB-25 male DCE adapter, an RJ-45-to-DB-25 female DTE adapter, and an RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter.
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