C1121-8PLTEPWZ - Cisco Router ISR 1100 Series Overview
C1121-8PLTEPWZ - Cisco Router ISR 1100 Series is a genuine edge and wide-area routing product from Cisco, a global name in networking whose platforms are used by enterprises, service providers and data-center operators alike. Belonging to the Cisco Router ISR 1100 Series family, the C1121-8PLTEPWZ unit is built to the original factory specification, so it integrates with existing Cisco deployments predictably and behaves exactly as the platform documentation describes. In the network, it is deployed as a standalone unit or as part of a larger managed network, following the standard operating procedures of the platform.
From a specification standpoint, Power over Ethernet support. These are the original factory figures for this model, giving administrators a clear picture of what the unit can deliver before it enters service. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, so deployment follows the same procedures as other Cisco hardware already running in the environment.
Typical deployments include branch and campus WAN connectivity, service-provider edge and MPLS deployments, and secure remote-site interconnect. Organizations commonly source it for refresh programs, capacity expansion and spares management, keeping a tested unit on hand so outages stay short and replacements are predictable. The factory detail for this unit reads: “ISR 1100 8P Dual GE SFP Router Pluggable SMS/GPS -Z WiFi”. This makes it a practical choice when original-spec hardware is required at a predictable cost.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Our warranty coverage and responsive technical support protect the purchase after it arrives, and our team can confirm revision levels and software compatibility before you order. For volume requirements we also offer configuration checks and staged delivery options.
Contact our sales team for current availability, lead time and shipping options for the C1121-8PLTEPWZ. We respond quickly with stock status and a firm quote, so you can plan the refresh or expansion with confidence.
Key Specifications
Applications
Enterprise WAN
Branch and campus routing with advanced services.
Service Provider
Edge routing for ISP and MPLS deployments.
Data Center
Interconnect core and aggregation layers reliably.
Buying a Pre-Owned C1121-8PLTEPWZ
Verify the unit is tested, firmware confirmed, and condition documented. Every unit is fully tested and warranty covered. Contact our team for current stock and availability.
C1121-8PLTEPWZ Specification | |
Product Code | C1121-8PLTEPWZ |
Product Description | ISR 1100 8P Dual GE SFP Router Pluggable SMS/GPS -Z WiFi |
WAN GE | 1 |
WAN GE/SFP combo | 1 |
ADSL2/VDSL2+ | NA |
LTE Advanced (CAT6) | Yes with Pluggable Technology |
Wi-Fi 802.11ac | 2X2 MIMO |
LAN GE | 8 |
PoE | 4 |
PoE+ | 2 |
Integrated USB 3.0 AUX/console | Yes |
Pluggables | Yes (All) |
Memory (default and maximum) | •DRAM: 4 GB Only C1111X-8P,C1121X-8P,C1126X,C1127X, C1161X models have 8GB DRAM •Flash: 4 GB Only C1111X-8P,C1121X-8P,C1126X,C1127X, C1161X models have 8GB Flash |
Console | •Micro USB console (Type A). •RJ45. |
Micro-USB port (reserved) | •Micro-USB port to support remote LTE diagnostics and monitoring tools (Qualcomm CAIT and Spirent UDM) (USB 3.0). |
WLAN interfaces | •Multiuser Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MU-MIMO) allows transmission of data to multiple 802.11ac Wave 2–capable clients simultaneously to improve the client experience. Prior to MU-MIMO, 802.11n and •802.11ac Wave 1 access points could transmit data to only one client at a time, typically referred to as Single-User MIMO (SU-MIMO). •802.11ac Wave 2 with 2x2:2 MIMO technology uses two spatial streams when operating in SU-MIMO or MU-MIMO mode, offering 867-Mbps rates for more capacity and reliability than competing access points. •Flexible deployment through the Mobility Express solution is ideal for small to medium-sized deployments. Easy setup allows the 1000 Series (similar to 1815i) to be deployed on networks without a physical controller. •For more information, view the Cisco Aironet 1815i Access Point Data Sheet. |
Maximum clients
| •Maximum number of associated wireless clients: 200 per Wi-Fi radio; in total 400 clients per access point. C1109-4PLTEP and C1109-4PLTEW models come with default dual W-ANTM2050D-RPSMA external antenna and all modem have default 8.8 AP autonomous or Mobility Express release. Option to select 8.8 CAPWAP WLC image. |
Authentication and security | •AES for Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2). •802.1X, RADIUS AAA. •802.11r and 802.11i. |
802.11ac | •2x2 SU-MIMO/MU-MIMO with two spatial streams. •Maximal Ratio Combining (MRC). •20-, 40-, and 80-MHz channels. •PHY data rates up to 866.7 Mbps (80 MHz on 5 GHz). •Packet aggregation: A-MPDU (Tx/Rx), A-MSDU (Rx). •802.11 Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS). •Cyclic Shift Diversity (CSD) support. |
Software | •Cisco IOS Software feature set: Universal Cisco IOS XE 16.6.1 Software image or later. C1112, C1113, and C1101 models support starting with IOS XE 16.8.1 Software image or later. C1118, C1111X-8P and C1109 models support with IOS XE 16.9.1 Software image or later. •Cisco IOS Software feature set: C1120 and C1160 models Universal Cisco IOS XE 16.11.1 Software image or later. •Cisco Unified Wireless Network Software with AireOS Wireless Controllers Release 8.5 (migration to 8.8 starting March, 2019 and 8.8 for 1101 and 1109 Models) MR1 or later. |
Serial WAN interface and protocol
| •Support for both synchronous and bisync modes. •Synchronous maximum speed of up to 8 Mbps. •Support for bisync modes. •Support for network clock synchronization. •EIA-232, EIA-449, EIA-530, EIA-530A, V.35, and X.21. |
Inline PoE | •Optional internal adapter for inline PoE on 4 switch ports for IP phones or external wireless access points; 802.3af-compliant PoE or 802.3at-compliant PoE+. |
External power supply | Product power specifications: C111X, C1120 and C1160 Models •AC input voltage: Universal 100 to 240 VAC. •Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz. •Maximum output power: 66W (default). •Output voltages: 12 VDC. •Optional PoE and PoE+: -Single 150W power supply required for Cisco 1100-8P series router -Single 115W power supply required for Cisco 1100-4P series router •External output voltage: 48 VDC. C1101-4PLTEPWX and C1109-4PLTE2PWX Models: •AC input voltage: Universal 100 to 240 VAC. •Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz. •Maximum output power: 66W (default iTemp for C1109-4PLTE2PWX Models). •Output voltages: 12 VDC. C1101-4P, C1101-4PLTEP,C1109-2PLTE, and C1109-4PLTE2P Models: •AC input voltage: Universal 100 to 240 VAC. •Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz. •Maximum output power: 30W (default iTemp for Models). •Output voltages: 12 VDC. |
USB 3.0 | •USB devices supported: -USB eTokens and USB flash memory •Devices USB 3.0 supports to be connected externally. View the USB Device Support Data Sheet . |
EDs | •WWAN (green/amber). •SIM status (green/amber). •Received signal strength indication (RSSI) bar (green). •3G/LTE service (green/amber). •GPS (green/amber). •Speed and link for Gigabit Ethernet WAN port (green). •Speed and link for all Fast Ethernet LAN ports (green). |
Physical dimensions (H x W x D) | C111X Models •1.75 x 12.7 x 9.6 in. (44 x 323 x 244 mm) (includes rubber feet on LTE models). •1.75 x 12.7 x 9.03 in. (42 x 323 x 230mm) (includes rubber feet on non-LTE models). C1120 Models •1.65 x 12.7 x 8.9 in. (41.9 x 322 x 226 mm). C1160 Models •1.65 x 10.8 x 7.85 in. (41.9 x 274 x 199 mm). C1101-4PLTEP and C1101-4PLTEPWX Models •1.73 x 9.75 x 6.6 in. (43.9 x 247.6 x 167.6 mm) (includes rubber feet models). C1101-4P Models •1.1 x 7.5 x 6.0 in. (27.9 x 190.5 x 152.4 mm) (includes rubber feet models). C1109-2PLTE Models •1.27 x 8.4 x 6.0 in. (32.3 x 213.4 x 152.4mm) (includes rubber feet models). C1109-4PLTE2P and C1109-4PLTE2PWX Models (ship default with dual W-ANTM2050DRPSMA Wi-Fi antennae) •1.71 x 11.16 x 9.8 in. (43.4 x 283.5 x 248.9 mm) (includes rubber feet models). Pluggable •0.85 x 2.5 x 3.88 in. (21.6 x 63.5 x 98.5 mm). |
Standard safety certifications | •UL 60950-1.and EN 60950-1. •CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1. •CB to IEC 60950-1, 2 nd edition with all group differences and national deviations. |
EMC emissions | •EN55022/CISPR22, CFR 47 Part 15, ICES003, VCCI-V-3, AS/NZS CISPR22, CNS13438, EN300-386, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, and EN61000-6-1. |
EMC immunity | •EN55024/CISPR24, (EN61000-4-2, EN61000-4-3, EN61000-4-4, EN61000-4-5, EN61000-4-6, EN61000-4-11), and EN300-386. |
Radio immunity | •EN301 489-1, EN 301 489-7, and EN301 489-24. |
Cellular radio | •EN 301 908-1, EN 301 908-2, EN 301 511, 47 CFR Part 22, 47 CFR Part 24, and EN 301 908-13. |
Environmental operating range | •Nonoperating temperature: -4° to 149°F (-20° to 65°C). •Nonoperating humidity: 5% to 95% relative humidity (noncondensing). •Nonoperating altitude: 0 to 15,000 ft (0 to 4570 m). •Operating temperature: 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C). C1101 support 32° to 113°F (0° to 45°C). C1109-2PLTE support 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C). C1109-4PLTE2P and C1109-4PLTE2PW models support -4° to 131°F (-20° to 55°C). •Operating humidity: 10% to 85% relative humidity (noncondensing). •Operating altitude: 0 to 10,000 ft (0 to 3000 m at 30°C). Operating altitude: 0 to 10,000 ft (0 to 3000 m at •35°C for C1109-2PLTE models). Operating altitude: 0 to 10,000 ft (0 to 3000 m at 40°C for C1109-4PLTE2P and C1109-4PLTE2PW models). |
C1121-8PLTEPWZ - Deployment Notes
This C1121-8PLTEPWZ router serves branch, edge, or WAN-aggregation roles depending on the interface mix and forwarding capacity of the specific SKU. Verify the interface types (GE, 10GE, SFP, WAN), memory, and module slots that this variant provides against your deployment topology.
When planning a refresh, confirm the software feature set (base, advanced, security) applicable to this SKU and the licensed throughput. Our team can confirm software state and hardware revision before dispatch.
Each C1121-8PLTEPWZ unit is inspected, tested and verified before leaving our facility, including interface operation, console access, and firmware state. Contact us for volume pricing and staged delivery options.
C1121-8PLTEPWZ - Deployment Notes
This C1121-8PLTEPWZ router serves branch, edge, or WAN-aggregation roles depending on the interface mix and forwarding capacity of the specific SKU. Verify the interface types (GE, 10GE, SFP, WAN), memory, and module slots that this variant provides against your deployment topology.
When planning a refresh, confirm the software feature set (base, advanced, security) applicable to this SKU and the licensed throughput. Our team can confirm software state and hardware revision before dispatch.
Each C1121-8PLTEPWZ unit is inspected, tested and verified before leaving our facility, including interface operation, console access, and firmware state. Contact us for volume pricing and staged delivery options.
C1121-8PLTEPWZ - Cisco Series Notes
This listing is part of the Cisco enterprise networking product family, sourced and tested by LinkNewNet for enterprise deployment. Cisco router is positioned at the WAN edge, branch, or service-provider aggregation point. It provides routing, VPN, QoS and security services, and integrates with Cisco IOS-XE / IOS-XR management.
Deployment guidance: When planning this C1121-8PLTEPWZ unit into a network, confirm the software image (IOS/IOS-XE/NX-OS) required, the power and cooling profile, and the upstream/downstream interface types that match your existing infrastructure. For a like-for-like refresh, match the feature set of the units already in service so management and automation behave consistently.
Our Cisco reconditioning process: Every pre-owned Cisco unit at LinkNewNet passes a documented reconditioning flow before dispatch - visual inspection, internal cleaning, firmware verification, port-by-port testing, and configuration reset to factory defaults. This ensures the unit you receive operates reliably and integrates cleanly with your existing Cisco management tools.
Related models in this family: C1121-4P, C1121-4PLTEP, C1117-4P, C1161X-8PLTEP, C1111-4PLTELA. Compare specifications to confirm the right port density, feature set and uplink options for your deployment.
Model code: Z = Unrestricted worldwide regulatory domain - this suffix indicates the feature set, power, or regulatory variant of the C1121-8PLTEPWZ, which affects software licensing and regional compliance.
