Cisco CISCO2610XM
Cisco 10/100M Ethernet Router
Product Highlights
What's Included
32MB Flash (16MB onboard + 1x MEM2600XM-16FS)
(1) PWR-2600-AC
(1) AC Power Cord
(1) Rackmount Kit (ACS-2600RM-19)
Branch offices and remote sites demand reliable, flexible routing platforms that can adapt to changing network requirements without costly forklift upgrades. The Cisco 2610XM (CISCO2610XM) is a modular multiservice access router from the proven Cisco 2600XM series, delivering a versatile foundation for WAN connectivity, security, and voice/data integration in a compact 1RU form factor.
The 2610XM features one fixed 10/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet port for LAN connectivity, one network module (NM) slot, two WAN interface card (WIC) slots, and one Advanced Integration Module (AIM) slot. This modular architecture supports over 50 compatible modules, enabling configurations tailored to your exact requirements — from serial WAN links and ISDN BRI to DSL access and VoIP gateways.
This unit ships with 96MB DRAM and 32MB Flash pre-installed, along with a PWR-2600-AC power supply, AC power cord, and a 19-inch rackmount kit (ACS-2600RM-19) — everything you need for immediate deployment. As part of the Cisco 2600 Series (C2600 model family, now End-of-Life), the CISCO2610XM remains a cost-effective choice for lab environments, CCNA/CCNP certification study, legacy network maintenance, and budget-conscious branch-office deployments.
Features & Benefits
Modular Multiservice Architecture
The Cisco 2610XM provides 1 NM slot, 2 WIC slots, and 1 AIM slot, giving you the flexibility to add WAN interfaces, voice modules, switching modules, or hardware-accelerated encryption as your network evolves. This modular design protects your investment by allowing field-upgradable components without replacing the entire router.
Integrated Security Features
The Cisco 2600XM platform supports Cisco IOS firewall, VPN with IPSec encryption, access control lists (ACLs), Network Address Translation (NAT), and intrusion detection. With an optional AIM encryption module, the 2610XM can deliver hardware-accelerated 3DES and AES VPN performance for secure site-to-site and remote-access connectivity.
Voice and Data Integration
As part of Cisco's data/voice/video integration portfolio, the 2610XM supports a full range of VoIP routing features when paired with compatible voice network modules and DSP resources. This enables branch offices to consolidate voice and data traffic onto a single platform, reducing infrastructure costs and simplifying management.
Ready-to-Deploy Configuration
This unit ships with 96MB DRAM (1x MEM-2600XM-64D + 1x MEM2600XM-32D), 32MB Flash (16MB onboard + 1x MEM2600XM-16FS), an AC power supply (PWR-2600-AC), AC power cord, and a 19-inch rackmount kit (ACS-2600RM-19). No additional components are required for basic deployment.
Deployment Scenarios
Branch Office WAN Connectivity
Deploy the CISCO2610XM at remote branch offices to provide reliable WAN connectivity via serial, ISDN, or DSL WIC modules. The modular architecture lets you match the WAN interface to your service provider's offering while the integrated security features protect branch-to-headquarters traffic.
CCNA / CCNP Lab Router
The Cisco 2610XM is a popular choice for Cisco certification lab environments. Its support for a wide range of Cisco IOS features — including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, VLANs, NAT, and ACLs — makes it an excellent hands-on learning platform at a fraction of the cost of current-generation routers.
Legacy Network Maintenance
Organizations still running Cisco 2600-series infrastructure can use the CISCO2610XM as a direct replacement or spare unit to maintain uptime on legacy networks while planning migration to newer platforms such as the Cisco ISR 4000 series.
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Compatibility Notes
Platform Family: Cisco 2600XM Series (C2600)
Minimum Cisco IOS Release: 12.1(14) mainline, 12.2(12) mainline, or 12.2(8)T1 or later
Compatible Module Types:
- Network Modules (NM): Supports Cisco NM-series modules shared across the 2600, 3600, and 3700 platforms
- WAN Interface Cards (WIC): Supports Cisco WIC-series cards (e.g., WIC-1T, WIC-2T, WIC-1DSU-T1, WIC-1B-S/T)
- Advanced Integration Modules (AIM): Supports AIM-series modules for encryption, compression, and voice DSP
Memory Installed: 96MB DRAM (max 256MB), 32MB Flash (max 48MB)
Power Supply: PWR-2600-AC (AC input)
Note: This product is End-of-Life (EOL). Cisco no longer sells or provides TAC support for the 2600 series. It is sold as refurbished/pre-owned.
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Frequently Asked Questions
| Part Number | Product | Key Difference |
|---|---|---|
| CISCO2611XM | Cisco 2611XM Router | 2 fixed 10/100 Ethernet ports vs. 1 on the 2610XM — ideal when dual LAN segments are needed |
| CISCO2620XM | Cisco 2620XM Router | Same slot configuration as 2610XM with 1 fixed 10/100 Ethernet port but higher throughput processor |
| CISCO2621XM | Cisco 2621XM Router | 2 fixed 10/100 Ethernet ports with higher-performance processor — suits busier branch offices |
| CISCO2691 | Cisco 2691 Router | Top-of-line 2600 series with higher performance, more memory capacity, and enhanced concurrent services |