Cisco ASR1001-X 2.5G Base Bundle, K9, AES, 6x1G | Carrier Router — CON-L1SW-ASR920SI

Sustain branch connectivity with a router designed for secure, high-availability edge operations. The Cisco ASR1001-X 2.5G Base Bundle combines encrypted traffic handling with built-in 1G connectivity, giving network teams a compact platform for WAN aggregation, segmentation, and policy-driven routing. This configuration is well suited for environments where uptime, traffic control, and security matter more than raw port count. The integrated 6 x 1G interfaces reduce the need for immediate add-on hardware, while AES support helps protect sensitive data in transit. For organizations standardizing on Cisco routing at the edge, the ASR1001-X offers a practical balance of performance and deployment simplicity. It is a strong fit for branch sites, regional offices, and distributed enterprise networks that need a router capable of carrying business-critical traffic without overbuilding the edge. When the cost of downtime is measured in lost transactions and delayed operations, a platform like this earns its place by keeping the network predictable, secure, and easier to manage. Ideal For Branch WAN aggregation for distributed enterprise sites Secure routing for regional office edge connectivity Encrypted transport for business-critical application traffic Standardized Cisco edge deployment in managed network environments Why This Product 1 Built-in 6 x 1G ports reduce immediate expansion needs 2 AES support suits encrypted enterprise traffic 3 2.5G base bundle targets higher-demand edge sites 4 Cisco routing platform fits standardized enterprise deployments