Cisco ASA5506-K9 Network Security Firewall Appliance
by Cisco
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Firewall and Threat Defense:
- Stateful inspection firewall throughput: up to 300 Mbps
- Advanced threat protection with Cisco Firepower services
- Supports Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) and URL filtering for added security
- Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) for real-time threat detection
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Interfaces:
- 8 x 1 Gbps Ethernet interfaces for LAN, WAN, and DMZ configurations
- 1 x RJ-45 management port for direct configuration and monitoring
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VPN Support:
- Site-to-Site VPN (IPsec) support with 100 IPsec VPN peers
- Remote access VPN support with SSL VPN for secure user connections
- Supports AnyConnect VPN client for mobile and remote workers
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Performance:
- Firewall throughput: up to 300 Mbps
- VPN throughput: up to 100 Mbps
- Maximum connections: 50,000 concurrent connections
- Maximum users: Up to 10 concurrent AnyConnect Premium SSL VPN users
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Threat Protection:
- Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) for unified policy management
- Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) for malware prevention and detection
- URL filtering for web access control
- Application visibility and control (AVC) to restrict or allow specific applications
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Security Features:
- Stateful inspection, deep packet inspection (DPI)
- NAT (Network Address Translation) support for public/private IP address mapping
- Zone-based firewall support for flexible policy configurations
- DHCP server functionality
- Supports 802.1Q VLAN tagging
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Management and Monitoring:
- Cisco Adaptive Security Device Manager (ASDM) for web-based management
- Command-line interface (CLI) support for advanced configuration
- SNMP and Syslog for monitoring and logging
- Supports integration with Cisco Security Manager for centralized control
- REST API support for third-party management
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Hardware:
- Processor: Quad-core ARM CPU
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Flash Storage: 8 GB internal flash for firmware and configuration storage
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Dimensions and Weight:
- Form factor: Desktop, rack-mountable with optional rack kit
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.72 x 8.5 x 7.8 inches (4.4 x 21.6 x 19.8 cm)
- Weight: 4 lbs (1.8 kg)
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Power:
- AC input voltage: 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz
- Power consumption: Approximately 30W
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| Model Number | Cisco ASA5506-K9 |
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| SKU | 23917 |
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Description
Cisco ASA5506-K9 Network Security Firewall Appliance
The Cisco ASA5506-K9 Network Security Firewall Appliance is a robust security solution tailored for small to medium-sized businesses looking to safeguard their networks against modern threats. This appliance integrates stateful firewall protection with advanced threat defense through Cisco’s Firepower services, providing a comprehensive defense against cyber-attacks, malware, and unauthorized access.
Equipped with 8 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, the ASA5506-K9 offers flexible configurations for LAN, WAN, and DMZ setups, enabling easy segmentation of network zones for added security. It supports high-performance VPN capabilities, including site-to-site IPsec and SSL VPNs, making secure remote access a seamless experience for mobile or remote users via Cisco’s AnyConnect client.
With Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD), this firewall enables deep packet inspection, intrusion prevention, malware detection, and URL filtering to ensure proactive protection. Its application visibility and control (AVC) feature allow admins to manage or restrict specific applications on the network, while NAT and VLAN support make it versatile for complex network environments.
Easy to manage through Cisco’s Adaptive Security Device Manager (ASDM), this appliance also supports CLI and REST API for advanced configuration and integration. With its compact design, the ASA5506-K9 fits well in small office environments, yet it offers enterprise-level security, making it ideal for organizations seeking a reliable, scalable, and efficient network security solution.
