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Data Sheet

Cisco 819 Machine to Machine Integrated
Services Routers

The Cisco® 819 Integrated Services Router Family, designed in compact hardened and non-hardened form factors,
is the smallest Cisco IOS® Software router with support for integrated fourth-generation (4G LTE) wireless WAN
(mobile broadband backhaul) and WLAN capabilities. The Cisco 819 ISR gateway provides a rapidly deployable,
highly available, reliable, and secure solution designed specifically for machine-to-machine (M2M) applications.
Markets that benefit from these applications include industrial automation, transportation, financial, health care,
utility, and retail. Fully integrated with Cisco IOS Software, the Cisco 819 family delivers, enterprise-class features,
including highly secure data, voice, and video communications to stationary and mobile network nodes across
wired and wireless links. Figure 1 shows a Cisco 819HG Integrated Services Router.

Figure 1. Cisco 819 Integrated Services Router

The Cisco 819 ISR is available in both non-hardened (Cisco 819G) and hardened (Cisco 819HG) versions.
(Figures 2 and 3, respectively). Both models include support for 4G LTE wireless WAN (WWAN) speeds.
Support for 4G offers cost-effective, rapidly deployable, reliable, and secure primary or backup connectivity. With
support for industrial-grade components, the hardened Cisco 819HG extends the ISR M2M Gateway footprint and
provides deployment flexibility. The Cisco 819HG is an ideal solution for stationary and mobile environments where
space, heat dissipation, exposure to extreme temperatures, harsher environments, and low power consumption are
critical factors.

For mobile applications, Cisco Mobile IP delivers transparent roaming across multiple wireless networks capable of
covering wide geographic areas.

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Figure 2. Nonhardened Cisco 819 Integrated Services Router

Figure 3. Hardened Cisco 819 Integrated Services Router

A critical component of the Cisco M2M architecture, the Cisco 819 ISR serves as the single, horizontal platform

which enhances the Cisco implementation of “any device, anywhere, any place” across multiple industries,

including banking, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, government. It also provides the ability to extend Cisco
product-based networks to small branch offices with a relatively low incremental investment, as well as to enable
managed services offerings based on Cisco architecture.

Product Overview

The Cisco 819 Integrated Services Routers support the latest Third-Generation Partnership Project (3GPP)
Release 8 LTE standards for 4G LTE. They provide persistent, reliable LTE connectivity with fallback and
transparent handoff to earlier technologies. The Cisco 819 Routers have the following variants:

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C819HG-4G-V-K9 and C819G-4G-V-K9: Dedicated multimode LTE for Verizon Wireless networks (700MHz
band 13); the multimode C819 is backward-compatible with code division multiple access (CDMA) 1x/ EV­DO Rev A: 800 and 1900 MHz

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C819HG-4G-A-K9 and C819G-4G-A-K9: Multimode LTE for AT&T (700MHz band 17); multimode C819 is
backward-compatible with Universal Mobile Telecommunications Service (UMTS), high-speed packet
access plus (HSPA+): 850, 1900, and 2100 MHz

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C819HG-4G-G-K9 and C819G-4G-G-K9: Multimode LTE for carriers that operate LTE 800 MHz (band 20),
900 MHz (band 8), 1800 MHz (band3), 2100 MHz (band 1), or 2600 MHz (band 7) networks; the multimode
C819 is backward-compatible with UMTS and HSPA+: 900 and 2100 MHz

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The Cisco 819 ISR family includes a broad range of enterprise-class features including:

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Security services, including firewall, intrusion prevention, VPN and Cisco ISR Web Security with ScanSafe
which require no additional hardware or client software, This enables branch offices, manufacturing sites,
hospitals, banks, and mobile fleets, for example to intelligently redirect web traffic to the cloud to enforce
granular security and acceptable use policies over user web traffic. With this solution, you can deploy
market-leading web security quickly and easily to protect branch office users from web-based threats, such
as viruses, while saving bandwidth, money, and resources.

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Cisco WAN optimization system consists of WAAS Express (WE) routers and Wide-area Application
Engines (WAEs) that work together to optimize TCP traffic in your network. When client and server
applications attempt to communicate with each other, the network intercepts the traffic and acts on behalf of
the client application and the destination server.

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Additional WAN options such as Serial and Gigabit Ethernet WAN interfaces and a 4-port 10/100 Fast
Ethernet Managed switch for LAN connectivity. The Cisco 819 provides quality-of-service (QoS) features for
optimizing voice and video applications.

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Cisco Configuration Professional is a web-based configuration tool that simplifies setup and deployment.
Centralized management capabilities give network managers visibility and control of the network
configurations at remote sites.

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With enhanced data rates and improved latency (30 milliseconds or less), WWAN services are an ideal way
to supplement traditional wireline services. The 4G LTE wireless WAN (WWAN) data services offered today
have average data rates well in excess of ISDN speeds, with theoretical limits of 100 Mbps on the downlink

and 50 Mbps on the uplink. The actual data speed depends on the service provider’s network. With 4G LTE

data rates, the Cisco 4G LTE WWAN Cisco 819 offers a primary WAN link solution capable of running
comprehensive branch-office services, including voice and video services. The 4G LTE WWAN data
services can also be used as a cost-effective alternative in areas where broadband services are either not
available or very expensive. Cisco is building on these performance milestones and adding support for
wireless to our wide variety of WAN interface alternatives.

Business Benefits and Application Examples

Businesses are looking for ways to reduce costs, increase revenue, and improve business continuity. The 4G LTE
wireless connectivity, which is 10 to 15 times faster and has 5 times lower latency than 3G links, allows a small
enterprise branch office or remote office to set up comprehensive media services in a matter of hours, without
worrying about availability of broadband services and the need for laying down the lines. Wireless carriers offer
flexible, usage-based data plans that can be catered to meet the needs and price points of the business customer.
As WAN backup alternatives, 3G and 4G LTE wireless offer greater WAN diversity and resiliency because they are
independent of the local terrestrial infrastructure. The Cisco 819 enables businesses to stay productive during
service provider downtime or a network failure.

Ability to Host Networks in Motion

The Cisco 819 uses standards-based Mobile IP features in Cisco IOS Software to host networks in motion.
Transition to different wireless networks is transparent to the users and devices (such as laptops, smart devices,

and surveillance cameras), and applications maintain continuous connectivity without the user’s manual

intervention as WAN links change. In addition to allowing a single node or device to stay connected, the Cisco 819
allows an entire mobile network or subnet to stay connected.

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Features

Benefits

Smallest Cisco ISR in both Hardened and Non-hardened Form Factors

Single platform for multiple
applications

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This single architecture is uniquely designed for deployments in multiple remote applications such
as ATM machines, kiosks, small branch offices, remote teleworker sites, gas stations, telemetry,
etc. and across all industries.

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Hardened models extend the ISR footprint into deployments wherein the router is exposed to
extreme environmental conditions such as heat dissipation, exposure to extreme temperatures,
dust, splash water, shock and vibration..

Hardened Router Industrial-grade
components

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The hardened router supports extended temperature ranges from –13 to 140ºF (–25 to 60ºC).

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Meets 95 percent of the Non-Condensing Humidity Requirements, IP 41 per IEC 60529 for Vertical
Falling Water and Pollution 3 for Dust. The router meets MIL-STD-810, SAEJ1455, and ENG3396
for Shock and Vibe standards.

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Supports a variety of mounting options, including 35-mm din-rail per EN60715, floor mount, and
wall mount, and offers both AC and DC* power options allowing for deployment flexibility..

Lightweight, compact size with low
power consumption

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Can be deployed in many different environments where space, heat dissipation, and low power
consumption are critical factors.

Increased performance to run
concurrent services

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Performance allows customers to take advantage of broadband network speeds while running
secure, concurrent data, voice, video, and wireless services.

Enhanced security

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An integrated stateful and application inspection firewall provides network perimeter security and
high-speed IP Security (IPsec); 3DES and AES encryption offer data privacy over the Internet.

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Intrusion prevention enforces security policies in a larger enterprise or service provider network.

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Content filtering offers category-based URL classification and blocking, thus providing increased
productivity and better use of company resources.

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ScanSafe web security and filtering solution that requires no additional hardware or client software.
Enables remote locations to intelligently redirect web traffic to the cloud to enforce granular security
and acceptable use policies over user web traffic.

Multiple WAN and LAN Connections

Four-port 10/100-Mbps managed
switch

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Allows for multiple Ethernet device connectivity in a small office or other remote location with the
ability to designate a port as the network edge.

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VLANs allow for secure segmentation of network resources.

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Multiple LAN and WAN devices can be connected to standard 10/100/Ethernet or serial interfaces.

WAN diversity

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Multiple WAN links are supported: Gigabit Ethernet, serial, and 4G LTE provide for business
continuity and WAN diversity.

Transparent Roaming Between Wireless Networks

Dual subscriber-identity-module (SIM)
support

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Dual SIM provides for high reliability and cellular multihoming support for HSPA-based networks.
Available with mainline IOS 15.3(3)M or later releases.

Retail VPN

Retail stores migrating from dialup connections for point-of-sale transactions can use the 4G LTE wireless WAN
option on the Cisco 819 for low-cost broadband access with the required security to comply with payment-card­industry and other data security requirements. Multiple devices and applications can then be added to the store
network to take advantage of the increased bandwidth and to enable secure mobility and enhance productivity.

Managed Services

Service providers and value-added resellers can use the Cisco 819 as a platform to offer differentiated business­class security and wireless LAN (WLAN) services for small and medium-sized business (SMB) customers. Superior
management capabilities such as Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support with 3G MIB with 4G
MIB extension and Cisco Configuration Professional make remote management and provisioning easier.

Primary Features and Benefits

Table 1 lists the features and benefits of the Cisco 819 Integrated Services Router.

Table 1. Features and Benefits of Cisco 819

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Features

Benefits

Cisco IOS Mobile IP features

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Mobile IP offers transparent roaming for mobile networks, establishing a transparent Internet
connection regardless of location or movement. This enables mission-critical applications to stay
connected even when roaming between networks.

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Assigned IP addresses to the home network are maintained in private or public networks.

Cisco IOS Mobile network features

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Allows an entire subnet or mobile network to maintain connectivity to the home network
while roaming.

Multiple wireless WAN technologies

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Users can use the best wireless (4G LTE, 3.7G, 3.5G, or 3G) technology or network available.

Advanced IP Services in Standards-Based Cisco IOS Software

Advanced security features

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Authorization and authentication determines which individuals and devices have access to
the network.

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Firewall protection provides perimeter security when using public networks.

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3DES and AES encryption provides for highly secure VPNs when transmitting and receiving data
over public networks.

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Intrusion detection monitors potential malicious activity within the network.

QoS features

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Provides traffic precedence to delay-sensitive or prioritized applications.

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Facilitates low-latency routing of delay-sensitive applications such as streaming video.

IP Multicast

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Allows efficient broadcast of data or video for increased situational awareness, multiuser
communications, or surveillance applications.

Management and manageability

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Network managers can remotely manage and monitor networks with SNMP, Telnet, or HTTP, and
locally through a console port.

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Support for extensive 3G- and 4G LTE-based MIBs allows for centralized management of remote
devices and gives network managers visibility and control of the network configurations at the
remote site.

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Network managers can reset to a pre-designated golden image as well as configure an ISR
through Cisco IOS Software or through an external reset button.

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Network managers can upgrade 3G, 3.5G, 3.7G and 4G firmware and router configurations
remotely and confirm enhancement verification.

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Tight integration with Cisco IOS Software allows you to self-monitor the functions of the 3G, 3.5G,

3.7G and 4G modems and auto-recover from a failure.

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Cisco Configuration Professional provides a web-based tool that simplifies setup and deployment.

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Intuitive network management tools such as CiscoWorks and HP OpenView are supported.

Cisco WAN Optimization

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Cisco WAAS Express (WE) routers and Wide-area Application Engines (WAEs) work together to
optimize TCP network traffic. When client and server applications attempt to communicate with
each other, the network intercepts the traffic and acts on behalf of the client application and the
destination server.

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WAASX is supported on the Serial/ GE WAN interface and up to 2 Mbps.

Region Theaters

C819(H)G-4G-V-K9

C819(H)G-4G-A-K9

C819(H)G-4G-G-K9

Bands

LTE band13 (700 MHz)

LTE band17 (700 MHz)

LTE bands 1, 3, 7, 8, 20
(800(B20), 900(B8), 1800(B3),

2100(B1), and 2600(B7) MHz

DL/UP speeds

100 and 50 Mbps

100 and 50 Mbps

100 and 50 Mbps

Europe

X X 

United States

 Verizon Wireless

 AT&T Wireless

X

Product Specifications

Table 2 provides 4G LTE specifications for the Cisco 819 Integrated Services Router.

Table 2. 4G LTE Specifications

Please note: LTE CAT 3 DL/UP speeds depend on specific carrier channel bandwidth and carrier LTE network provisioning

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Item

Specification

4G LTE modem form factor

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Embedded (included with the router)

Important 4G LTE features

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Auto-switch failover between primary and backup link

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Multichannel-interface-processor (MIP) profile configuration

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CDMA Data Retry

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3G MIB with 3G MIB extension and traps*

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Remotely initiated data callback using voice*

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Remotely initiated data callback using Short Message Service (SMS)*

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Remote firmware upgrade over 4G LTE*

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Virtual diagnostic monitoring

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Mobile Equipment Personalization (MEP) lock and unlock capabilities

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SIM lock and unlock capabilities

Dual SIM support*

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Hardware-ready, high reliability, and cellular multi-homing support for Dual SIM card socket; compliant with
ISO-7816-2 (SIM mechanical)

SMS and Global Positioning
System (GPS)*

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GPS antenna: SMA connector

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Send and receive SMS (maximum 160 characters)*

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Standalone GPS (available with 15.3(3)M1 in November, 2013)

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Separate active GPS with SMA* (available with 15.3(3)M1 in November, 2013)

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Configure multiple profile*

MIBs

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Enhanced 3G MIB with 4G MIB extension* (4G parameters are covered with 3G MIB and 3G MIB
extension)

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ENTITY MIB

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IF MIB

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3G WWAN MIB persistence*

4G LTE network management
and diagnostics

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In-band and out-of-band management using Telnet (Cisco IOS Software command-line interface [CLI]) and
SNMP, including MIB II and other extensions

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Industry-standard 4G LTE diagnostics and monitoring tools (QUALCOMM CDMA Air Interface Tester
[CAIT] and Spirent Universal Diagnostic Monitor [UDM])

Modem information

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Modem form factor: Embedded Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) minicard

◦ C819HG-4G-V-K9 & C819G-4G-V-K9: Sierra Wireless MC7750
◦ C819HG-4G-A-K9 & C819G-4G-A-K9: Sierra Wireless MC7700
◦ C819HG-4G-G-K9 & C819G-4G-G-K9: Sierra Wireless MC7710

Programming interfaces

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Cisco IOS Software CLI

Wireless technologies
supported (performance and
throughput)

C819(H)G-4G-V-K9

LTE 700 MHz (band 13)
Backward compatibility:

◦ CDMA (Rev A, Rev 0, 1XRTT)

800 and 1900 MHz

◦ UMTS WCDMA, HSDPA,

HSUPA, and HSPA+ 850, 900,
1900, and 2100 MHz

◦ GSM and GPRS
◦ EDGE 850, 900, and 1800 MHz

C819(H)G-4G-A-K9

LTE: AT&T 700 MHz (band 17)
Backward compatibility:

◦ UMTS and HSPA+: 850,

1900, and 2100 MHz

◦ Quad-band EDGE, General

Packet Radio Service
(GPRS), and GSM

C819(H)G-4G-G-K9

LTE 800 MHz (band 20), 900
MHz (band 8), 1800 MHz (band

3), 2100 MHz (band 1), and 2600
MHz (band 7)

Backward compatibility:

◦ UMTS and HSPA+: 900

and 2100 MHz

◦ DC-HSPA+, Tri-band

EDGE, GPRS, and GSM

Included antenna

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Two multiband swivel-mount dipole antennae (4G- LTE-ANTM-D) and one extender (4G-AE010-R) are
included with all Cisco 819 Routers.

LED indicators for 4G

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Received signal strength indication (RSSI) (green)

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WWAN (green)

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SIM status (green/yellow)

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3G and 4G LTE service (green/amber)

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GPS (green/yellow)*

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SYS (green/yellow)

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ACT (green/off)