The Cisco Catalyst 8500 Series Routers are high-performance edge platforms from Cisco designed for enterprise branch and hub networks.The Catalyst 8500 Series combines high-performance processing power with advanced security features for a variety of scenarios in modern network architectures, including SD-WAN and cloud connectivity. As one of the newest Catalyst series offerings, the 8500 series provides increased performance, a broader range of connectivity options, and enhanced security to help organizations achieve digital transformation.