Cisco HWIC-8A 8-Port Asynchronous High Speen WAN Module - CAB-HD8-ASYNC hwic-16a HWIC8A

DESCRIPTION:
The Cisco HWIC-8A is an 8-port asynchronous/synchronous high-speed WAN interface card designed for Cisco Integrated Services Routers (ISR). It provides flexible serial communication for a wide range of applications including out-of-band management, console access to servers, SCADA networks, retail POS systems, and remote terminal connections. The HWIC-8A enables cost-effective serial port expansion with reliable, scalable performance.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Cisco Systems
Model Number: HWIC-8A
Ports: 8 asynchronous RS-232 serial ports
Connector Type: 68-pin SCSI type connector (cable required for port breakout)
Maximum Speed: Up to 230.4 kbps per port
Interface Type: High-Speed WAN Interface Card (HWIC)
Compatibility: Cisco ISR routers with HWIC slots (e.g., 1800, 2800, 2900, 3800, 3900 Series)
Protocols Supported: PPP, SLIP, Frame Relay, HDLC, X.25
Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Dimensions: 3.1 x 6.9 x 0.8 in (79 x 175 x 20 mm)
Weight: Approximately 0.5 lbs (0.23 kg)