Product Name: Cisco NIM-24A
Description: 24-port asynchronous serial Network Interface Module (NIM) designed for Cisco ISR 4000 series routers. Provides high-density async serial connectivity for console management, terminal server applications, and legacy serial device integration in enterprise and service provider networks.
Manufacturer: Cisco Systems
Part Number: NIM-24A
Compatibility: Cisco ISR 4221, ISR 4321, ISR 4331, ISR 4351, ISR 4431, ISR 4451, ISR 4461 (verify specific platform and IOS XE version compatibility)
Typical Applications: Out-of-band management, Console server deployments, Terminal access servers, Legacy serial device connectivity, Industrial automation, POS terminal integration, Remote equipment dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;" aria-level="1">
Form Factor: NIM (Network Interface Module) — single-wide
Ports: 24x Asynchronous Serial (RJ45)
Interface Type: EIA-232 / RS-232
Port Speed: Up to 230.4 kbps per port
Signaling: Async serial with full modem control
Cable Type: Cisco CAB-232MT or equivalent RJ45-to-DB25/DB9 rollover cables
Buffer Size: Per-port buffering for reliable data flow
Power Consumption: ~25W typical
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Hot-Pluggable: No (requires router power cycle for installation)
Dimensions: Single-wide NIM form factor
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