Cisco HWIC-2FE 2-Port Fast Ethernet WAN Card

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Overview

The Cisco HWIC-2FE is a two-port Fast Ethernet WAN interface card designed for enterprise and branch-office routers that require flexible routed Ethernet connectivity. It allows organizations to add Layer 3 Fast Ethernet ports with advanced traffic control features without replacing existing routing platforms.

This module is best suited to branch and hybrid WAN environments where traffic shaping, rate limiting, and service prioritization are essential for maintaining consistent application performance.

Key Features

• Two Fast Ethernet routed WAN ports
• Supports Layer 3 routing capabilities
• Built-in Quality of Service (QoS) support
• Rate limiting and traffic management features
• Plug-in HWIC form factor for quick deployment
• Cisco-genuine enterprise-grade hardware

Technical Specifications

Device Type: WAN Interface Expansion Module

Model: HWIC-2FE

Form Factor: Plug-in Module

Interface Type: HWIC

Ports: 2 × Fast Ethernet

Network Protocols: TCP/IP, L2TP, PPPoE

Compliant Standards:

• IEEE 802.2
• IEEE 802.3
• IEEE 802.3u
• IEEE 802.1Q
• IEEE 802.3x

UPC: 882658097171

Use Cases

• Branch office Ethernet WAN connectivity
• Routed Fast Ethernet uplinks
• Traffic prioritization for voice and data
• Secure enterprise edge deployments
• Hybrid WAN and legacy network extensions

Why Choose HWIC-2FE 

• Adds routed Ethernet without hardware replacement
• Improves traffic control and service reliability
• Proven compatibility across Cisco ISR platforms
• Ideal for managed and segmented WAN designs
• Backed by Cisco engineering and warranty support

FAQs

What does the HWIC-2FE provide?

It adds two routed Fast Ethernet WAN ports to supported Cisco Integrated Services Routers.

Does this module support QoS features?

Yes. It supports Quality of Service and rate-limiting for traffic management.

Is this module Layer 2 or Layer 3?

The HWIC-2FE provides Layer 3 routed Ethernet functionality.

Who should use the HWIC-2FE?

It is ideal for enterprise branches and WAN edge deployments that require Ethernet routing with traffic control.

Is this an original Cisco product?

Yes. It is Cisco-genuine hardware and ships with full Cisco warranty coverage.