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Modernize the grid with secure networking


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Cisco industrial routers for flexible, scalable, secure grid networking

Automate industrial networks for the electric utility industry. Secure grid operations and boost IT-OT collaboration, so that you can deliver a safer, more reliable, and more efficient grid.

Unified power utility solutions

Combine your utility networks with secure, market-leading IP technologies based on open standards—from power generation to distribution and metering.

Dynamic energy efficiency

Deploy network technologies for managing field devices and meters at scale across dispersed locations. Work toward your sustainable-power goals with efficient distributed energy resources (DER).

Compliant grid cybersecurity

Build a secure grid infrastructure that meets NERC CIP or EU NIS2 regulations by leveraging built-in visibility for internal network security monitoring, zero-trust technologies, and advanced WAN security.

Reliable grid operations

Help to ensure reliable grid operations with a secure network that can connect all of your field assets and substations using the optimal backhaul technology so you can easily monitor, manage and troubleshoot operations without costly truck rolls.

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Distribution grid automation

Optimize how power is distributed and restored with voltage regulation. Improve service response and restoration, fault isolation, and OpEx.

Substation automation

Control and automate power-system devices at the transmission substation with data from intelligent electronic devices (IED).

Renewable energy

​​Connect renewable DER such as solar, wind, and battery storage, and integrate them into the grid.​

Grid security

Secure the smart grid through network segmentation, authentication, operational visibility, and threat detection and mitigation.

Smart metering

Provide solutions for advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) to enable new business models and improve service.

Cisco Catalyst IR1100, Catalyst IR1800, and Catalyst IR8300 Rugged Series Routers

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Webinar on securing the energy grid

Get best practices from experts to help you protect your grid transmission and distribution infrastructure.

State of Industrial Networking Report for Utilities

Learn about operational technology's impact on security, growth, and innovation in the utilities industry.

How CPFL Energia secured grid operations

Find out how Cisco helped CPFL Energia's OT and IT teams enhance security and resilience in power-grid operations.

More resources to help you on your way

Learn how much you can gain with Industrial IoT innovations from Cisco.

2024 State of Industrial Networking Report for Utilities

Cisco's survey of more than 140 utility professionals reveals how cybersecurity, IT/OT collaboration, and AI are transforming industrial networks.

A demo that could help to transform your grid

Schedule a free, no-obligation, personalized demo with one of our utilities experts to start exploring smart grid solutions that can make your grid more secure, resilient, and efficient.