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December 16, 2020
[Cisco 1000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR 1000)] is being used across the whole organization to provide multiple services: routing, wired LAN switching, WiFi connectivity, VPN. Very versatile platform providing services for smaller branches.
- Routing, including through VPN connections.
- LAN switching.
- WiFi connectivity.
- Possibly higher port count on built in switch.
- External WiFi antenna connection to allow bigger WiFi coverage.
- More robust wall mount setup using screw slots, currently only 2.
We use the Cisco ISR 1000 routers primarily to terminate internet connections whether they be for Direct Internet Access, Fibre based or copper based broadband. The variety of termination types available within this product family ensures that we are fully prepared to terminate virtually any type of service as well as having the capability to fall back to 4G in certain models.
- Security
- Quality of service
- Flexibility
- Licensing
- Product selection is sometimes difficult
- Management
January 16, 2021

We have a pair of [the Cisco 1000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR 1000)] series in our Data Center at our main location and purchased them as a way to reduced multiple devices into one. They address the problem of having disparate devices handline multiple services and having to manage them all independently of each other. This simplifies our operation immensely.
- Seem to be well made and quality hardware and software
- Setup is simple and has a great wizard for initial config
- Well priced for a product in its category
- We did have some trouble getting the latest firmware image on the device the first time
- Support was having to hand us around alot on our problem calls
- Additional expansion slots would be useful
December 12, 2020

As a research university, we have small branches in different cities throughout the country. At the branches our users receive the same level of network services as they do at headquarters. All these challenges are being addressed by the ISR 1000 platform. It is the ideal all-in-one router for a branch office.
- All-in-one solution - best in class.
- Cost effective and super easy to manage.
- Readiness for future technology advances, such as SDWAN.
- Does not support legacy trunk E1/T1 to connect to telco service providers.
- Does not have Call Manager Express build in.
- Wireless radio coverage can be improved.
Cisco ISR 1000 is addressing our high bandwidth VPN connection with remote sites. We connect with our other partners using this platform. Cisco ISR 1000 is being used by all of our organization at different branches and headquarters. We are using the same routers as MPLS and BGP RR to differentiate between different departments. Router is modular, very reliable with Cisco family of support. We totally love Cisco ISR 1000.
- MPLS
- BGP
- Licensing
- Hardware compatibility
June 06, 2019
We currently utilize Cisco routers as our primary routing platform across all of our locations. We depend highly on connectivity between our sites and the Cisco platforms we utilize help us achieve maximum performance and reachability.
- Hardware reliability.
- Software functionality.
- Well understood by others in the industry.
- Licensing.
- Debugging clarity.
December 11, 2018
We use Cisco Routers in all our offices. The routers service all our network traffic for all employees. The routers sit in front of the Firewall in the DMZ. We use the routers for our Voice services and we also use them for our MPLS Data services. We found that the Cisco routers handle Voice traffic very well. We setup Quality of Service on each of the routers to prioritize network traffic to ensure we experience the highest call quality to ensure our Voice traffic takes priority over all the other network traffic. We also have Cisco routers processing our MPLS Data for our inter office connectivity for both voice, data and printing needed.
- Quality of Service for managing Data priority
- Mean Time between Failures - We have found Cisco hardware is reliable
- Fast network performance and availability
- Device Management
- Software Updating
- GUI Interface
June 25, 2018
We use Cisco Routers and switches to backbone [and] provide network support for a training environment of over 50 classrooms. Then in the hands-on labs, we use multiple Cisco Routers and switches to train the students in the use of that equipment specific to the needs of the unit they operate.
- They function reliably
- They are easy to install
- Cost of replacing them as we have to rely on another entity for the requisition of the equipment, and they are always looking to cut cost, so they don't always go with our recommendations
We use ISR routers at every store. We use ASRs at or corporate locations. All traffic from stores is required to go to corporate. We place filters on the routers to block traffic between stores. The routers have a primary and a secondary connection and switch automatically where there are too many failures on the main connection.
- They just run. We have almost no history of device failure
- They integrate well into our overall infrastructure
- Easy to configure
- Licensing needs simplification
- Support needs to escalate faster
- Cost
They are used for our perimeter devices.
- Tons of features are there for testing in a lab.
- Can survive through most anything. 140 degrees in Iraq and it made it.
- There are cheaper routers out there.
We are using Cisco Routers to connect remote locations
- Seamless connectivity
- Hardware Stability
- Easy to deploy
- Web GUI support in built
- Hot swap-able ports
- AC/DC Power supply conversion
June 27, 2018

They are the standard. We use Cisco routers in all locations, from our Data Centers to the smallest location with just a handful of users. They are used on the edge and in the core; they have a solution for all our needs.
- Basic/Standard Routing functions
- QOS
- Handle all standard routing protocols
- Price. Even the smaller units aren't cheap.
- Software stability. Once you get a stable version stick with it. Bugs can be more common than they should be.
Cisco Routers provide us with reliable connectivity between or MSOs and cell sites. While there are other equipment providers who work in the same space, using Cisco routers allows us to leverage industry standard tools and a wide range of pre-trained engineers.
- Forward Packets
- Classify Traffic
- MPLS
- Cost
- Power Usage
- Heat output
June 29, 2018

They're used across the entire organization for VoIP purposes. The entire company has made the shift from POTS thanks to Cisco routers.
- HDLC encapsulation
- AAA management
- More intuitive commands for upgrading firmware
Cisco 1000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR 1000) Scorecard Summary
What is Cisco 1000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR 1000)?
Cisco 1000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR 1000) provides software-defined WAN and integrated security features.
Categories: Software-Defined WAN, Routers
Cisco 1000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR 1000) Technical Details
| Operating Systems: | Unspecified |
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| Mobile Application: | No |







