2611xm router...difference between 2600xm router and cisco1841 router?

[after1111]

I need expert advice.

What is the difference between 2611xm router and cisco1841 router?

I've read a few documents and what I know so far is that they are the same, 2WIC slots, 2 fast eth etc.

Any one have any experience using both? Please let me know the major difference.

[sachinraja]

1841 is an ISR router.. you can have multiple services like security, wireless, routing, switching etc on the same router... 2600's are EOS now, so you gotta buy a 1841 or a 2800 router depending on ur requirement.. one note - 1800 routers do not support voice, so if you are looking at voice, u need to buy a 2800 router.. performance is also good in a 1841 router and is meant for branch office networks...

hope this helps.. all the best.. rate replies if found useful..

Raj

[after1111]

2600 series routers can do security, switching , voip and routing too. i dont knnow about wireless.

I have 2600 routers and im planning to study for the new ccnp. Do i need to buy new routers? can i still use 2600? which model is the cheapest if i want to go for ISR series, and of course support voip, security, routing and switching...in other words - supporting the new ccnp exams.

thanks in advance,