Cisco NIM-SSD NIM Carrier Card for SSD Drive ISR 4000 NIMSSD

Description:

The Cisco NIM-SSD Network Interface Module Carrier Card is used in Cisco ISR 4000 Series routers to provide solid-state storage capability for applications, data services, and system expansion within enterprise networking environments. This module serves as a carrier card that supports compatible SSD drives, allowing routers to host additional storage for services such as application hosting, logging, caching, and data processing directly on the router platform. Designed specifically for the Integrated Services Router 4000 Series architecture, the module installs into a Network Interface Module (NIM) slot and integrates seamlessly with Cisco IOS and supported applications. The solid-state storage capability improves system performance and reliability compared to traditional storage solutions, making it suitable for modern network service deployments. Its compact design allows easy integration into branch routers without requiring external storage devices. Network administrators and system integrators typically deploy this module for router storage expansion, application hosting environments, network service upgrades, and replacement of existing storage modules in Cisco ISR infrastructure.

Applications:

The Cisco NIM-SSD carrier card is commonly used in enterprise branch office routers where additional storage is required for network services and hosted applications. It is frequently deployed in Cisco ISR 4000 Series routers to support local application hosting, network data logging, caching services, and system diagnostics. Organizations use this module in corporate networks, remote offices, and service provider environments where routers perform multiple roles beyond basic routing, such as security services, analytics, and application hosting. The module helps improve operational efficiency by enabling storage capabilities directly within the networking hardware.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Cisco
• Part Number: NIM-SSD
• Product Type: Network Interface Module (NIM) SSD Carrier Card
• Compatibility: Cisco Integrated Services Router 4000 Series
• Function: Carrier card for solid-state storage drives
• Installation Type: NIM slot installation in ISR 4000 routers
• Storage Support: Compatible with Cisco-supported SSD drives
• Interface Type: Internal router module interface
• Application Support: Application hosting, data storage, logging, and caching
• Form Factor: Modular network interface module
• Management: Managed through Cisco IOS software
• Deployment Environment: Enterprise branch routers and network infrastructure

Common Replacements:

• Cisco SM-X-1TB-SSD Service Module
• Cisco UCS-SD-100G-S Solid State Drive
• Cisco SM-X-2TB-SSD Service Module