
Cisco C-NIM-2T Network Interface Module 2-Port 1G WAN with MACsec
- Cisco C-NIM-2T is a dual-port WAN module featuring combo RJ-45 and SFP ports with 1G and 100 Mbps support, MACsec encryption, and compatibility with Catalyst 8300 and 8200 routers
Cisco C-NIM-2T Network Interface Module 2-Port 1G WAN with MACsec
The Cisco C-NIM-2T is a flexible 2-port network interface module engineered to expand WAN connectivity on Cisco Catalyst 8000 Series Edge Platforms. Designed for high-security Layer 3 routing, it includes two RJ-45 copper ports and two SFP fiber ports organized into dual-port groups. Each group allows one active port at a time, providing media flexibility between copper and fiber. It supports both 100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T for RJ-45 and 100BASE-FX/1000BASE-X for SFP connections. With integrated 256-bit WAN MACsec encryption, the module secures data across public and private WAN links. It supports SD-WAN and Cisco vManage integration from day one, and offers online insertion capability for simplified installation and maintenance.
Key Features:
- Dual Combo Port Design: Two port groups each containing one RJ-45 and one SFP port—one port active per group.
- Flexible Media Support: Copper ports support 100/1000 Mbps; SFP ports support 100/1000 Mbps over fiber.
- Advanced Security: 256-bit WAN MACsec encryption ensures secure Layer 3 WAN communications.
- Cloud-Ready: Compatible with Cisco SD-WAN and vManage for cloud-based provisioning and monitoring.
- Platform Support: Works with Catalyst 8200, 8200L, and all Catalyst 8300 Series platforms.
- Hot Insertable: Supports online insertion when directly installed in a router NIM slot. Full Online Insertion and Removal (OIR) requires the use of a C-SM-NIM-ADPT carrier adapter.
Technical Specifications:
- Model: C-NIM-2T
- WAN Ports: 2 x combo (RJ-45 and SFP); one port usable per group
- RJ-45 Support: 100BASE-TX and 1000BASE-T
- SFP Support: 100BASE-FX and 1000BASE-X
- MACsec Support: IEEE 802.1AE, 256-bit
- Power over Ethernet: Not supported
- Form Factor: NIM
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.25 x 3.50 x 7.24 in (32 x 89 x 184 mm)
- Weight: 360 g
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-38°F to 150°F)
- Operating Humidity: 5% to 85%
- Relative Humidity: 5% to 95%
| Brand | Cisco |
| Model | C-NIM-2T |
| Product Type | 2-port 100-Mbps/1-Gbps dual-mode GE/SFP Network Interface Module |
| Series | Cisco Catalyst 8000 Gigabit Ethernet WAN Modules |
| Form Factor | NIM |
| Port Count | 2-port |
| Interface | 2x RJ-45/SFP groups |
| Speed | 100 Mbps / 1 Gbps |
| PoE Support | No |
| Dimensions | 1.25 x 3.50 x 7.24 in. (32 x 89 x 184 mm) |
| Weight | 360 grams |
| Operating Temperature | 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) |
| Description | Cisco 2-port 100-Mbps/1-Gbps WAN NIM with 256-bit WAN MACsec |
| WAN Connection | 100/1000 BASE-T; 1000BASE-X SFP |
| Connection Media | 2x RJ-45/SFP groups; one port from each group can be used simultaneously |
| RJ-45 Port Support | 100BASE-TX and 1000BASE-T copper connections |
| SFP Port Support | 100BASE-FX and 1000BASE-X fiber connections |
| MACsec Support | 256-bit |
| Supported Platforms | Catalyst 8200 Series, 8200L, and all 8300 Series platforms |
| Required Cisco IOS Version | 17.6.1 |
| Port Operation | Routed Layer 3 ports |
| Layer 2 Switching | Not supported between local ports on the module or between ports on the module and other ports within the router system |
| Online Insertion and Removal | Online insertion only when installed directly in a NIM slot; full Online Insertion and Removal when installed in C-SM-NIM-ADPT |
| 10G Backplane Connection to Forwarding Engine | No |
| Storage Temperature | -38° to 150°F (-40° to 70°C) |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 85% |
| Compatible Accessories | SFP-GE-S; SFP-GE-L; GLC-LH-SMD; GLC-ZX-SMD; GLC-SX-MMD; GLC-EX-SMD; GLC-SX-MM; GLC-LH-SM; GLC-ZX-SM; GLC-BX-D; GLC-BX-U; GLC-BX80-D-I; GLC-BX80-U-I; GLC-BX40-D-I; GLC-BX40-U-I; GLC-BX40-DA-I; GLC-LX-SM-RGD; GLC-FE-100FX; GLC-FE-100LX; GLC-FE-100EX |