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Cisco Catalyst 8000 - SD-WAN edge routing platform
DTC provides comprehensive repair, supply, service, and technical support for the Cisco Catalyst 8000 family of products.
About the Cisco Catalyst 8000
The Cisco Catalyst 8000 is an SD-WAN edge routing platform built for secure, cloud-first enterprise connectivity from branch to data centre.
- The Catalyst 8000 delivers accelerated SD-WAN services with enhanced segmentation, application optimisation, and Cloud OnRamp for seamless multi-cloud integration
- It features integrated SASE-ready security with next-generation firewall capabilities, hardware-anchored root of trust, and Cisco Umbrella integration for hybrid security enforcement
- Provides scalable performance from 1G to 100G interfaces with custom Cisco silicon, available in physical and virtual form factors for flexible deployment across any edge environment
DTC is an independent supplier of telecoms equipment and has no affiliation with Cisco
Delivery times, shipping and availability of the Cisco Catalyst 8000 from DTC
DTC is structured to support the Cisco Catalyst 8000 platform with speed, scale, and global reach.
Refurbished Cisco Catalyst 8000 hardware supply
The Cisco Catalyst 8000 is an SD-WAN edge routing platform built for secure, cloud-first enterprise connectivity from branch to data centre. The family comprises the Catalyst 8200 (compact branch, up to 3.8 Gbps), 8300 (modular mid-tier, up to 18.8 Gbps), 8500 (high-performance aggregation, 100+ Gbps), and the virtual Catalyst 8000V for deployment across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and other hypervisor environments. All platforms run Cisco IOS XE with full Catalyst SD-WAN integration, providing a unified software experience across physical and virtual form factors.
Cloud OnRamp and multi-cloud SD-WAN integration
The Catalyst 8000 delivers automated multi-cloud connectivity through Cloud OnRamp, which provisions transit gateways and Catalyst 8000V instances across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Cloud OnRamp creates optimised connections between branch users and public-cloud applications through the SD-WAN overlay, with per-cloud integration paths including AWS VPC connectivity, Azure Virtual WAN hub NVA deployment, and automated Google Cloud WAN/transit VPC configuration. Enhanced segmentation, application optimisation, and dynamic traffic routing based on real-time conditions ensure consistent application performance across the distributed WAN.
Hardware-anchored security and next-generation firewall
Security on the Catalyst 8000 is built from the silicon up. The Cisco Trust Anchor Module (TAm) provides a hardware root of trust equivalent to a Trusted Platform Module, protecting firmware integrity, PKI certificates, and product authenticity from manufacturing through operational life. UEFI-based secure boot creates a verified chain of trust from microloader to operating system. At the network layer, the platform integrates SASE-ready next-generation firewall capabilities, Cisco Umbrella DNS-layer protection via transparent DNS interception, embedded MACsec, post-quantum crypto readiness, and dynamic threat intelligence from Cisco Talos.
Custom silicon performance from branch to aggregation
The Catalyst 8500 is powered by Cisco’s third-generation QuantumFlow Processor (QFP 3.0) ASIC, which integrates Layer 2 subsystem and crypto ciphers directly in silicon with 50% more instructions per packet than its predecessor, a 16-channel DDR4 memory subsystem, and 256,000 hardware queues. The 8200 and 8300 use multi-core x86 architecture with custom Cisco acceleration and dynamic compute resource allocation that delivers up to 4x performance improvement for SD-WAN services. IPSec performance scales from 1 Gbps on the 8200 through 8.6 Gbps on the 8300 to 100+ Gbps on the 8500, with the virtual 8000V reaching up to 14 Gbps in high-performance cloud configurations.
Cisco Catalyst 8000 repair services
DTC provides specialist repair and lifecycle support for Cisco Catalyst 8000 Series platforms, focused on restoring complex SD-WAN edge routing hardware to a fully serviceable state rather than offering best-effort fixes. Repairs are driven by detailed platform knowledge and structured fault isolation, covering QuantumFlow processor modules, network interface cards, power supplies, and chassis components across the Catalyst 8200, 8300, and 8500 families.
Each repair is completed with defined test and verification processes aligned to Catalyst 8000 operating requirements, ensuring repaired units can be reintroduced into live SD-WAN and enterprise edge networks with confidence. This emphasis on validation, repeatability, and long-term sustainment allows operators to extend the operational life of deployed Catalyst 8000 systems while controlling cost and risk.
DTC also provides hands-on technical support and break/fix services for the Cisco Catalyst 8000 Series, helping resolve faults quickly and keep your network operational without reliance on OEM maintenance contracts.
Associated Cisco Catalyst 8000 part numbers
| Part Number | Description | HECI Code | OEM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 700-118280-02 | FABMTL,19"RACKMOUNTBRACKET,RADIUM | Cisco Systems, Inc. | |
| QBCU-5798R | CISCO NETWORK MODULE | Cisco Systems, Inc. | |
| FPR-LTP-QR-LBL | CISCO FIREPOWER QR LABEL - INTERNAL USE ONLY | Cisco Systems, Inc. | |
| 3522-54220001R | CAT5E ETHERNET PATCH CABLE | Cisco Systems, Inc. | |
| CISCO1921/K9 | C1921 MOD RTR/ 2 GE/ 2 EHWIC | Cisco Systems, Inc. | |
| C9300-SSD-NONE | NO SSD CARD SELECTED | Cisco Systems, Inc. | |
| C9300X-NM-NONE | CATALYST 9300 NO NETWORK MODULE SELECTION | Cisco Systems, Inc. | |
| C1-N9K-RENEW-T | LIMITED ORDERABLE, CISCO DCN SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL | Cisco Systems, Inc. | |
| QFCT-5798LP | GE SFP, LC CONNECTOR LX/LH TRANSCEIVER 1000BASE-LX/LH, 10, 1310 | Cisco Systems, Inc. | |
| SFBR-5766PZ-CS1 | GBE SFP MULTIMODE FIBER OPTICS, LC CONNECTOR SX | Cisco Systems, Inc. |
Warranty and risk mitigation – why source outside the OEM?
Warranty, quality, and risk mitigation
DTC supplies fully warrantied platforms and parts across all network layers, supported by defined SLAs and quality-controlled repair services. All recovered equipment is inspected, tested, and audited at platform, part number, serial number, and software revision level. These processes are governed by ISO 9001-certified quality management systems, ensuring consistent performance, traceability, and reduced operational risk.
End-to-end audit trails are maintained from collection through resale, repair, or recycling, with transparent inventory visibility and regular reporting. This ensures customers retain full control, compliance, and confidence in the condition and provenance of every asset.
Why source outside the OEM?
Sourcing through DTC provides a cost-efficient alternative to OEM supply chains while maintaining enterprise-grade reliability. Independent sourcing enables faster access to spares through in-house, multi-vendor inventory and continued support for legacy and end-of-life platforms no longer available from manufacturers.
Vendor-agnostic sourcing also simplifies procurement across mixed-vendor networks, while reuse and refurbishment support sustainability goals by extending asset life and reducing the environmental impact associated with manufacturing new equipment.
Cisco Catalyst 8000 technical specifications
| Platform Type | SD-WAN edge routing platform family |
| Primary Technologies | SD-WAN, IOS-XE, Cloud OnRamp, SASE, AppQoE, IPsec, Snort IPS/IDS |
| Architecture | Cloud-native edge routing platforms running unified Cisco IOS-XE supporting both autonomous and SD-WAN controller modes, with x86 SoC (8200/8300) or QuantumFlow Processor ASIC (8500) architectures |
| Target Applications | Branch office SD-WAN, enterprise edge routing, data centre/colocation aggregation, cloud interconnect, SASE deployments |
| Platform Family | Catalyst 8200 (small/medium branch), 8300 (medium/large branch), 8500 (data centre/colocation) |
| Processing Architecture | x86 SoC with Intel QAT crypto acceleration (8200/8300); QuantumFlow Processor QFP 3.0 ASIC with 224 packet processing engines (8500) |
| CEF Throughput Range | 3.8 Gbps (8200) to 240 Gbps (8500-12X4QC) |
| IPsec Throughput Range | 500 Mbps (8200L) to 135 Gbps (8500-12X4QC) |
| Interface Speeds | 1GE RJ45, 1GE SFP, 10GE SFP+, 40GE QSFP+, 100GE QSFP28 |
| Expansion | NIM and SM slots (8200/8300); Cat18 LTE and 5G pluggable cellular modules; Layer 2 LAN switching modules |
| Virtualisation | KVM and Docker/Kubernetes containerisation; up to 12 cores for guest VNF hosting (8300) |
| Form Factor | 1U (8200, 8300-1N1S, most 8500); 2U (8300-2N2S); 3U (8500-20X6C) |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant on all models; supports AC, DC, and PoE configurations |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS-XE (unified image – autonomous and SD-WAN modes) |
| SD-WAN | Intelligent path selection, Cloud OnRamp for SaaS/IaaS/Colocation, SASE-ready |
| Application Optimisation | AppQoE with DRE, FEC, packet duplication, TCP optimisation |
| Integrated Security | Enterprise firewall, Snort IPS/IDS, AMP, URL filtering, SSL proxy, MACsec, IPsec, Cisco Umbrella integration |
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