Cisco ONE ISR 4431 IP Base | 4GE, 3 NIM, 8 GB Flash, 4 GB DRAM — CON-SSSNT-C14431K9

Keep branch operations moving with a router platform built for enterprise edge workloads. The Cisco ISR 4431 combines 4 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, 3 network interface module slots, 8 GB of flash, and 4 GB of DRAM in an IP Base configuration. That mix gives infrastructure teams a practical foundation for routing, segmentation, and service growth without forcing a redesign when requirements change. The modular NIM architecture matters when a branch needs to add connectivity or adapt to new WAN and LAN demands. Flash storage and DRAM provide the local resources expected in a serious edge deployment, supporting stable operation and room for configuration overhead. For organizations standardizing on Cisco at the branch, this model sits in the range where reliability, expandability, and operational consistency justify the investment. It is a fit for teams that want a router with enough headroom for business-critical traffic, but without moving into oversized chassis territory. In distributed environments, that balance can reduce complexity while preserving the control and predictability that network architects expect from the ISR family. Ideal For Enterprise branch routing for distributed offices WAN edge deployment where modular expansion is required Standardized Cisco branch infrastructure rollouts Network segmentation and local routing at remote sites Why This Product 1 Offers 3 NIM slots for expansion instead of fixed-port-only routing 2 Includes 8 GB flash and 4 GB DRAM for edge operation headroom 3 Provides 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports for branch connectivity 4 Uses Cisco IP Base for a controlled feature set in enterprise deployments