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Catalyst 8500 Series Edge Platforms

Cisco Catalyst 8500 Series Edge Platforms

Build a smarter network edge

Designed for security, built for scale. Create a superior network edge with accelerated aggregation services, multi-cloud networking and edge intelligence.

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Cloud-scale WAN performance in a compact form factor

Expedite your cloud journey with accelerated services, multi-layer security and edge intelligence. 

Create great user experiences

Deliver outstanding service and agile connectivity to users near and far.

Streamline services integration

Enjoy cloud-scale performance with accelerated services that are powered by custom application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) architecture.

See more, solve more

Centrally manage your environment with Cisco vManage. Get actionable insights across the internet, cloud and applications with built-in Cisco vAnalytics and Cisco ThousandEyes solutions.

Layer your security

Gain industry-leading multi-layered protection, and move to secure access service edge (SASE) with SD-WAN for on-premises and cloud-delivered security

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Meet your next edge platform

Cisco Catalyst 8500 Series Edge Platforms are designed for accelerated services, multi-layer security, cloud-native agility and edge intelligence.
Cisco SD-WAN-enabled routers and Cisco vManage network management dashboard

Get the power of SD-WAN and save up to 30%

Upgrade to Cisco IOS XE for advanced SD-WAN capabilities. Get up to 30% off software subscriptions and selected routers. 

Offer expires on 29 July 2023.

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Boost agility, innovation and growth with expert advisory services and analytics-driven insights.

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See real-world SD-WAN results

IDC researched the value and benefits for organisations that use Cisco SD-WAN. See the results, including a projected 402% ROI over five years.

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