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Refurbished Routers and Router Modules

A router is a network device that connects your office network to another network, such as the internet, a company WAN or a leased line, and directs traffic between them. This range covers new and refurbished routers for business, mostly from Cisco, with DrayTek, OneAccess, Funkwerk, Nortel, HP, D-Link, Juniper and ZyXEL.

You will find older Cisco 1841, 2851 and 3845 units, current Cisco ISR 1100 and Catalyst 8300 models, DrayTek Vigor routers and router modules such as WIC serial cards, VIC voice cards and NM network modules. They suit IT teams and resellers who need a like-for-like replacement, a spare or extra ports for a router already in service. See more kit in Networking.

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How to choose a refurbished router

Match your WAN connection

Choose the router by the line it connects to. The Cisco C887 and DrayTek Vigor 2860 have a built-in DSL modem for broadband lines. Ethernet WAN models, such as the Cisco ISR 1100 or DrayTek Vigor 2920, connect to a separate modem, fibre ONT or leased line.

Check slots and interface cards

Modular routers such as the Cisco 1841, 2851, 2921 and 3845 take plug-in cards. WIC cards add serial or ISDN WAN ports, VIC cards add voice ports and NM modules fit network module slots. Check the card suits your router model and IOS version before you order.

Check software and licences

On Cisco routers, features such as VPN, firewall and voice depend on the IOS image and licence installed. The model code often names the bundle: 877-SEC-K9 is the security bundle. For a specific feature set, request a quote and tell us what you need.

Plan for software support

Older models such as the Cisco 1841 and 2800 series no longer receive software updates from Cisco. They suit like-for-like replacements, spares and training labs. For a new install facing the internet, a current model such as the Cisco ISR 1100 is the safer choice.

Cisco router modules in this range

ModuleWhat it addsSlot type
WIC-1T1 serial WAN portWAN interface card (WIC) slot
WIC-2T2 serial WAN portsWAN interface card (WIC) slot
WIC-1B-S/T1 ISDN BRI S/T portWAN interface card (WIC) slot
VIC2-2FXS2 FXS voice ports for analogue phones or faxVoice interface card slot
NM-4T4 serial WAN portsNetwork module (NM) slot

Questions

Is a refurbished router a good choice for a business?

Yes, when you replace or extend an existing network. A refurbished router lets you match the model, cards and configuration you already run, so changes stay small. For a new install that faces the internet, check that the maker still issues security updates for the model.

Do you have refurbished Wi-Fi routers?

A few. Most routers in this range are wired business routers, and you add a separate wireless access point for Wi-Fi. Wireless models, such as the Asus DSL-N16 VDSL/ADSL modem router, have Wi-Fi built in. Look for wireless in the product title before you choose.

Do you sell 4G or 5G routers?

Mobile routers are limited here. Most routers in this range connect over DSL, Ethernet or serial lines, and the main cellular option is the Cisco 1841 3G bundle. If you need a used 4G or 5G router for a specific network, ask for a quote with the model you want.

Will a used router work with my UK broadband?

It depends on your line. For FTTC broadband you need a router with a VDSL2 modem, such as the Cisco C887 or DrayTek Vigor 2860. For full fibre or a leased line, an Ethernet WAN router connects to your provider's ONT or terminating unit. Some providers also need login details set on the router.

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