Cisco router CISCO7609-S Cisco Integrated Services Router (ISR)

Cisco router CISCO7609-S Cisco Integrated Services Router (ISR)

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Equipment

SKU: CSC-CISCO7609-S | Part #: CISCO7609-S | MPN: CISCO7609-S

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About the Cisco router CISCO7609-S Cisco Integrated Services Router (ISR)

The Cisco 7609-S Integrated Services Router operates as a standalone, on-box CLI–managed platform requiring no external controller or cloud licensing, making it ideal for network engineers who need deterministic, local command-line control over mission-critical routing infrastructure. This Cisco 7600 Series router combines a 9-slot, rack-mountable chassis with distributed forwarding and centralized switch fabric architecture, delivering carrier-grade performance for large enterprise and service provider environments. The CISCO7609-S supports 7 line card slots plus 2 supervisor engine slots for redundant supervision, enabling stateful switchover (SSO), non-stop forwarding (NSF), and non-stop routing (NSR)—ensuring zero-downtime failover when maintaining operational continuity is critical.

This platform accommodates diverse connectivity through shared port adapters and enhanced FlexWAN modules, supporting gigabit Ethernet, 10 gigabit Ethernet, OC-3/OC-12/OC-48 POS, ATM, and serial interfaces. Native dual-stack IPv6, full MPLS VPN, MPLS traffic engineering, and MPLS QoS capabilities enable advanced network segmentation and traffic optimization. The router runs Cisco IOS or Cisco IOS-XE and supports BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, RIP, PIM, and IGMP protocols across a feature-rich routing stack. Redundant AC or DC power supplies and hot-swappable line cards, power modules, and fan trays minimize planned and unplanned downtime. Management via SNMP (v1/v2c/v3), RMON, Cisco IOS EEM, and NetFlow provides visibility and automation at scale. At 13U in height when fully configured, this platform fits standard rack deployments typical of core and edge network locations.

Deployment Scenarios

  • Core backbone routing for large enterprises and multi-site WAN aggregation
  • Service provider edge and internet exchange point (IXP) infrastructure requiring carrier-class redundancy
  • MPLS VPN and traffic engineering deployments for managed service environments
  • High-availability network hubs where non-stop forwarding and stateful switchover are mandated by SLA
  • Dual-stack IPv4/IPv6 migration and long-term network modernization projects

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Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryNetwork Equipment
SKUCSC-CISCO7609-S
Part NumberCISCO7609-S
ConditionNew
Form FactorRack-Mount
Manufacturer Part NumberCISCO7609-S
Product SeriesCisco 7600 Series
Form Factor9-slot chassis, rack-mountable
Total Slots9
Available Line Card Slots7
Supervisor Engine Slots2 (supports redundant supervisor)
Operating SystemCisco IOS / Cisco IOS-XE
Switching ArchitectureDistributed forwarding with centralized switch fabric
Redundancy SupportStateful Switchover (SSO), Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF), Non-Stop Routing (NSR)
Interface Module SupportShared Port Adapters (SPAs), Enhanced FlexWAN modules
Supported Interface TypesGigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, OC-3/12/48 POS, ATM, Serial
IPv6 SupportYes (dual-stack)
MPLS SupportYes — MPLS VPN, MPLS Traffic Engineering, MPLS QoS
Routing ProtocolsBGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, RIP, PIM, IGMP
Power SupplyRedundant AC or DC power supply options
CoolingRedundant, hot-swappable fan trays
Hot-Swap SupportYes — line cards, power supplies, and fan modules
Network ManagementSNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, Cisco IOS EEM, NetFlow
Rack Units13U (approximate for fully configured 9-slot chassis)

Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco router CISCO7609-S Cisco Integrated Services Router (ISR)

What does the Cisco Cisco router CISCO7609-S Cisco Integrated Services Router (ISR) do?

The Cisco Cisco router CISCO7609-S Cisco Integrated Services Router (ISR) is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.

Is the Cisco Cisco router CISCO7609-S Cisco Integrated Services Router (ISR) compatible with my infrastructure?

The Cisco Cisco router CISCO7609-S Cisco Integrated Services Router (ISR) interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.