Foundry Networks AR1204 series routers deliver fast, reliable, and scalable wide area network (WAN) T1/E1 access for today's service providers and enterprises. These powerful platforms provide consistent high-speed throughput with no degradation in performance - even with advanced services enabled.Ideal for installation in enterprise branch offices and service provider points of presence (POPs), Foundry AR1204 series routers combine high-performance and a robust feature set, making them an extraordinary value. Comprehensive, easy-to-use software tools enable sophisticated access and bandwidth management for ensuring dependable communications. The AccessIron platform can be utilized in networks containing frame relay or private leased line circuits and can also provide connectivity to the PBX with drop and insert functionality with both T1 or E1 and fractional T1 and E1 options.Foundry AR1204 series routers provide a rich suite of routing services and advanced functionality, making them perfect for a wide variety of applications, including high speed internet access, private line WAN connectivity, video, IP telephony, and data backup and recovery solutions. AccessIron routers also provide the versatility for delivering services to multiple subscribers in hotels, apartment buildings, or large office or condominium complexes.