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ASA5555-K9

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Overview

The Cisco ASA5555-K9 is a comprehensive security solution designed to meet the needs of a variety of network environments. This model is part of the Cisco ASA 5500-X Series, which is well-regarded for its performance and flexibility in providing advanced security features. The ASA5555-K9 combines firewall, antivirus, intrusion prevention, and virtual private network (VPN) capabilities. At its core, the ASA5555-K9 boasts a firewall throughput of 4 Gbps, ensuring efficient traffic management and threat mitigation. The Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) throughput is rated at 1.2 Gbps, and the Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention System (NGIPS) matches this with a throughput of 1.2 Gbps as well. These specifications indicate the device's ability to handle modern security threats effectively. For detailed traffic inspection and control, the throughput with Firewall and Application Visibility and Control (AVC) reaches 1.7 Gbps. When integrating both AVC and IPS, the throughput is capable of reaching 1.2 Gbps with 1024B packet size and drops to 420 Mbps with 450B packet size, showcasing its adaptability to different traffic types and sizes.
  • Maximum Concurrent Sessions, with AVC, are impressive, reaching up to 1 million, which allows for significant scalability in growing network environments.
  • It supports up to 22K Maximum New Connections per Second, with AVC, ensuring rapid adaptability to changes in network traffic patterns.
  • The appliance also offers robust VPN performance with an IPSec VPN Throughput of 700 Mbps, facilitating secure remote access.
In terms of hardware interfaces, the ASA5555-K9 comes equipped with 8 RJ45 ports and has the option to add 6 more Gigabit Ethernet ports, providing flexibility in connectivity. For high availability and redundancy, it supports both Active/Active and Active/Standby configurations, ensuring continuous operation and minimal downtime. The Cisco Firepower Device Manager enables simplified management of the device, providing an intuitive interface for configuring and monitoring the security features. Security contexts are also a key feature, with the appliance supporting 2 included contexts and the capability to expand up to 100, offering multi-tenancy and enhanced segmentation options. The ASA5555-K9 is designed for rack mounting in a standard 19-inch rack with a 1RU form factor, making it suitable for a wide range of installation environments. It operates within a temperature range of -5 °C to 40 °C, ensuring reliability in various operating conditions. In summary, the Cisco ASA5555-K9 is a versatile and efficient security appliance suitable for medium to large-sized enterprises. Its combination of high throughput rates, extensive session handling capabilities, and advanced security features make it a valuable asset for any organization looking to protect its network from contemporary cybersecurity threats.

Specs

Product Number Cisco ASA5555-K9
Manufacturer Cisco
Standard Ports 8 RJ45
Expandable Ports 6 Gigabit Ethernet
Base Firewall Capacity 4 Gigabits per second
Next-Gen Firewall (NGFW) Performance 1.2 Gigabits per second
Next-Gen Intrusion Prevention System (NGIPS) Speed 1.2 Gigabits per second
Firewall + Application Control (AVC) Throughput (1024 Bytes) 1.7 Gigabits per second
Firewall + AVC + IPS Throughput (1024 Bytes) 1.2 Gigabits per second
Firewall + AVC + IPS Throughput (450 Bytes) 420 Megabits per second
Peak Concurrent Sessions (AVC Enabled) 1,000,000
Maximum Creation Rate of New Sessions (AVC Enabled) 22,000 per second
TLS Throughput 370 Megabits per second
NGIPS Throughput (1024 Bytes) 1.2 Gigabits per second
NGIPS Throughput (450 Bytes) 420 Megabits per second
IPSec VPN Performance (1024 Bytes TCP w/Fastpath) 700 Megabits per second
Integrated Management Interface Yes, Cisco Firepower Device Manager
Full Inspection Throughput 4 Gigabits per second
Simultaneous Connections 1,000,000
Connection Establishment Rate 50,000 per second
IPSec VPN Capacity 700 Megabits per second
Available/Max Security Contexts 2/100
Expansion Capabilities VPN Load Balancing
Redundancy Options Active/Active and Active/Standby
Hardware Form Factor 1RU, 19-inch Rack-Mountable
Operational Temperature Range -5 °C to 40 °C

ASA5555-K9

by Cisco
Product Line: Cisco ASA 5500-X Series
Product Type: Firewall
$0.00 - $308.00
$308.00
$0.00 - $308.00
$308.00
Title: Used

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Product Description

The ASA5555-K9 Cisco features 8 RJ45 interfaces with an option to expand up to 6 GE, designed to support a wide range of networking needs. It delivers a firewall throughput of 4 Gbps, a Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) throughput of 1.2 Gbps, and a Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention System (NGIPS) throughput of 1.2 Gbps, ensuring efficient and secure data flow. Additionally, the device supports up to 1 million concurrent sessions with Application Visibility and Control (AVC), 700 Mbps IPsec VPN throughput, and offers scalability with VPN load balancing and high availability through active/active and active/standby configurations, all in a 1RU, 19-inch rack-mountable form factor.

Key Feature for the ASA5555K9 

    

  • What is the maximum firewall throughput capability of this device?
    
The maximum firewall throughput capability is 4 Gbps.
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  • How many RJ45 interfaces does the device include, and what are the optional interfaces?
    
The device includes 8 RJ45 interfaces and has an option for 6 GE interfaces.
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  • Can the device handle Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) and Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention System (NGIPS) functionalities?
    
Yes, the device supports both NGFW and NGIPS with throughputs of 1.2 Gbps each.
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  • What are the device's capabilities in terms of Throughput for FW + AVC (1024B) and FW + AVC + IPS (1024B)?
    
The Throughput for FW + AVC (1024B) is 1.7 Gbps, and for FW + AVC + IPS (1024B), it is 1.2 Gbps.
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  • How many maximum concurrent sessions can the device manage with AVC?
    
The device can manage up to 1 million maximum concurrent sessions with AVC.
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  • What is the TLS throughput of this device?
    
The TLS throughput is 370 Mbps.
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  • What are the specifications for IPsec VPN Throughput and Security Contexts on this device?
    
The IPsec VPN Throughput is 700 Mbps, and the device supports 2 included security contexts, with a maximum of 100.
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  • What scalability and high availability features does the device offer?
    
The device offers VPN load balancing, along with Active/Active and Active/Standby high availability options.
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  • What is the form factor of the device, and what is its operating temperature range?
    
The form factor is 1RU, 19-inch rack-mountable, with an operating temperature range of -5 °C to 40 °C.
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  • Does the device include the Cisco Firepower Device Manager for management?
    
Yes, the device includes the Cisco Firepower Device Manager for management purposes.
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Product Review

The Cisco ASA5555-K9 offers a comprehensive range of interfaces, including eight RJ45 and six optional GE, catering to diverse network requirements. However, its NGFW and NGIPS throughputs are limited to 1.2 Gbps, potentially constraining performance in high-demand environments. Its strong suit lies in its high-capacity handling of concurrent sessions and new connections, supporting up to 1 million concurrent firewall connections and 50K new connections per second, making it suitable for medium to large-sized enterprises requiring reliable security features.

Overview

The Cisco ASA5555-K9 is a comprehensive security solution designed to meet the needs of a variety of network environments. This model is part of the Cisco ASA 5500-X Series, which is well-regarded for its performance and flexibility in providing advanced security features. The ASA5555-K9 combines firewall, antivirus, intrusion prevention, and virtual private network (VPN) capabilities. At its core, the ASA5555-K9 boasts a firewall throughput of 4 Gbps, ensuring efficient traffic management and threat mitigation. The Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) throughput is rated at 1.2 Gbps, and the Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention System (NGIPS) matches this with a throughput of 1.2 Gbps as well. These specifications indicate the device's ability to handle modern security threats effectively. For detailed traffic inspection and control, the throughput with Firewall and Application Visibility and Control (AVC) reaches 1.7 Gbps. When integrating both AVC and IPS, the throughput is capable of reaching 1.2 Gbps with 1024B packet size and drops to 420 Mbps with 450B packet size, showcasing its adaptability to different traffic types and sizes.
  • Maximum Concurrent Sessions, with AVC, are impressive, reaching up to 1 million, which allows for significant scalability in growing network environments.
  • It supports up to 22K Maximum New Connections per Second, with AVC, ensuring rapid adaptability to changes in network traffic patterns.
  • The appliance also offers robust VPN performance with an IPSec VPN Throughput of 700 Mbps, facilitating secure remote access.
In terms of hardware interfaces, the ASA5555-K9 comes equipped with 8 RJ45 ports and has the option to add 6 more Gigabit Ethernet ports, providing flexibility in connectivity. For high availability and redundancy, it supports both Active/Active and Active/Standby configurations, ensuring continuous operation and minimal downtime. The Cisco Firepower Device Manager enables simplified management of the device, providing an intuitive interface for configuring and monitoring the security features. Security contexts are also a key feature, with the appliance supporting 2 included contexts and the capability to expand up to 100, offering multi-tenancy and enhanced segmentation options. The ASA5555-K9 is designed for rack mounting in a standard 19-inch rack with a 1RU form factor, making it suitable for a wide range of installation environments. It operates within a temperature range of -5 °C to 40 °C, ensuring reliability in various operating conditions. In summary, the Cisco ASA5555-K9 is a versatile and efficient security appliance suitable for medium to large-sized enterprises. Its combination of high throughput rates, extensive session handling capabilities, and advanced security features make it a valuable asset for any organization looking to protect its network from contemporary cybersecurity threats.

Specifications

Product Number Cisco ASA5555-K9
Manufacturer Cisco
Standard Ports 8 RJ45
Expandable Ports 6 Gigabit Ethernet
Base Firewall Capacity 4 Gigabits per second
Next-Gen Firewall (NGFW) Performance 1.2 Gigabits per second
Next-Gen Intrusion Prevention System (NGIPS) Speed 1.2 Gigabits per second
Firewall + Application Control (AVC) Throughput (1024 Bytes) 1.7 Gigabits per second
Firewall + AVC + IPS Throughput (1024 Bytes) 1.2 Gigabits per second
Firewall + AVC + IPS Throughput (450 Bytes) 420 Megabits per second
Peak Concurrent Sessions (AVC Enabled) 1,000,000
Maximum Creation Rate of New Sessions (AVC Enabled) 22,000 per second
TLS Throughput 370 Megabits per second
NGIPS Throughput (1024 Bytes) 1.2 Gigabits per second
NGIPS Throughput (450 Bytes) 420 Megabits per second
IPSec VPN Performance (1024 Bytes TCP w/Fastpath) 700 Megabits per second
Integrated Management Interface Yes, Cisco Firepower Device Manager
Full Inspection Throughput 4 Gigabits per second
Simultaneous Connections 1,000,000
Connection Establishment Rate 50,000 per second
IPSec VPN Capacity 700 Megabits per second
Available/Max Security Contexts 2/100
Expansion Capabilities VPN Load Balancing
Redundancy Options Active/Active and Active/Standby
Hardware Form Factor 1RU, 19-inch Rack-Mountable
Operational Temperature Range -5 °C to 40 °C

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