said by HELLFIRE:Next thing to keep in mind is which client(s) you want. Cisco's old 5.x client (long EOL), Cisco's Anyconnect,
Shrewsoft VPN Client, or something else.
OK, this is a good point. Previously I have used Cisco Anyconnect Client (I didn't set up the VPN at those organizations). It works well, but I think it only works with SSLVPN, which is somewhat pricey.
But from what I've read, I think IPSec is widely supported "out of the box" on many operating systems.
Can I just use built-in software on Windows/OS X/iOS/Android to connect to IPSec, without the need to purchase third-party clients?
said by HELLFIRE:Is that 7 - 10Mbps SYMMETRICAL speeds?
Hard to say as I don't have either one to benchmark. Besides raw speed numbers, keep in mind how many users IN TOTAL
you're going to be running through -- 880s are rated for 20 users or tunnels. The 1940 could possibly do more, but
the datasheet doesn't quote a number -- and what kind of encryption / hashing strength you want, as mentioned.
Yes, metro ethernet is always symmetrical. It can be delivered over copper, using Ethernet over Copper (basically 4 copper pairs with bonded G.SHDSL connections) or over fiber.
I expect we will have 5 simultaneous remote users at most. The biggest bandwidth issue might be remote viewing of security camera video.
Thanks everyone for the help!