Rock solid routing platform justifying its industry recognition
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms routers are used in our organization at the Internet Edge and for branch connectivity. At the Internet edge we leverage redundant pair of routers which utilize BGP to establish peering with two internet service providers. Midsize routers with redundant power supplies are used for this role.
For small branch connectivity, smaller router models are used, combining routing and basic security functions within a single device.
Pros
- Robustness
- Stability
- Support (TAC)
- Feature richness
Cons
- Simplified licensing
- better documentation around pluggable modules
- more detailed public performance numbers
Likelihood to Recommend
Cisco routers have de facto become industry standard and Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms lives up to its reputation. Platform is stable, feature rich, with rock solid support services. Addition of embedded security services and recent options to manage standalone routers through a centralized platform (SD-Routing) also provide confidence that Cisco is commited to keep the Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms supported for several upcoming years.
