C1161-8P High Performance Integrated Services Router

Cisco C1161-8P - Integrated Services Router with 8x PoE Ports

The Cisco C1161-8P is part of the Cisco 1000 Series ISR family, delivering enterprise-class networking in a compact desktop or rack-mountable form factor. With eight PoE/PoE+ capable Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports, it simplifies branch deployments by powering IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points directly from the router while providing secure WAN connectivity and SD-WAN readiness.

🔧 Key Specifications

• WAN Interfaces: 1x RJ45 and 1x RJ45/SFP combo Gigabit Ethernet WAN port
• LAN Interfaces: 8x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports with PoE/PoE+ support
• PoE Budget: Up to 120W (model dependent)
• Throughput: Up to 250 Mbps (IPsec VPN throughput with AES 256, higher than C1111 series)
• Routing Performance: Optimized for secure WAN, SD-WAN, and advanced services
• Integrated Security: Cisco IOS XE with Zone-Based Firewall, VPN, and advanced threat defense
• Management: Cisco DNA Center, CLI, web-based UI, and zero-touch provisioning
• Form Factor: Compact desktop or rack-mountable (1RU with bracket)
• Power: Internal AC power supply with PoE support
• Dimensions (W x D x H): ~12.7 x 10.1 x 1.7 in. (32.3 x 25.7 x 4.4 cm)
• Weight: ~6.5 lbs (2.95 kg)
• Operating System: Cisco IOS XE

🧩 Ideal Use Cases

• Branch office WAN edge with integrated PoE for IP phones, APs, and cameras
• Secure VPN gateway for remote offices with higher throughput than C1111 models
• Small business deployments needing routing, switching, and PoE in one device
• Environments adopting Cisco SD-WAN for simplified WAN management

⚙️ Licensing & Expansion

• Runs Cisco IOS XE with perpetual or subscription licensing for advanced features (e.g., SD-WAN, security, application visibility).
• Supports Cisco DNA Center for centralized management and automation.
• PoE budget allows powering of multiple endpoints without external injectors or switches.