Cisco ISR4431-DNA Enterprise Router with DNA Subscription

Usage Area

The Cisco ISR4431-DNA is an enterprise-grade modular router designed for deployment in medium to large branch offices and regional headquarters. It is used to provide advanced WAN aggregation, secure connectivity, and integrated services such as routing, firewall, and application optimization. The platform supports high-density network module (NIM) expansion, making it suitable for environments requiring flexible interface configuration and future scalability. This model is pre-configured with the DNA (Digital Network Architecture) subscription, enabling centralized policy management and analytics within a software-defined WAN (SD-WAN) framework.

Construction Features

• Modular chassis with 3 network interface module (NIM) slots for interface expansion
• Fixed 4-port Gigabit Ethernet (GE) interfaces for baseline LAN/WAN connectivity
• 8 GB of onboard flash storage for firmware and configuration files
• 4 GB of DRAM for routing and service processing
• Integrated IP Base (IPB) software feature set, providing essential routing protocols
• DNA subscription included for advanced network automation and assurance capabilities

Technical Parameters

• Model: ISR4431-DNA
• Fixed Ports: 4 x Gigabit Ethernet (GE)
• Module Slots: 3 x NIM (Network Interface Module)
• Flash Memory: 8 GB
• DRAM: 4 GB
• Software Feature Set: IP Base (IPB)
• Included Subscription: DNA (Digital Network Architecture)

Standards & Certification

The router complies with Cisco’s standard hardware and software quality specifications for enterprise networking equipment. It supports industry-standard routing protocols and security frameworks, ensuring interoperability with existing network infrastructures. The DNA subscription aligns with Cisco’s digital network architecture standards, providing compliance with modern SD-WAN and network telemetry requirements.