Overview:
The Cisco ASA 5545-X with FirePOWER Services (CISCO ASA5545-FPWR-K9) is an enterprise-grade firewall and advanced threat protection appliance designed to secure high-performance network environments. This device integrates Cisco's Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) firewall with FirePOWER Services, delivering robust protection against cyber threats, advanced malware, and other sophisticated attacks. With scalable performance, flexible deployment options, and a wide range of security features, the ASA 5545-X is ideal for securing large enterprises and data centers.
Key Features:
High-Performance Security:
The ASA 5545-X offers up to 4 Gbps of firewall throughput and 1.5 Gbps of IPS throughput, ensuring fast and secure traffic inspection for high-performance environments.
FirePOWER Services Integration:
Combines ASA's industry-leading firewall capabilities with Cisco FirePOWER's advanced threat protection, including Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention System (NGIPS), Advanced Malware Protection (AMP), and URL Filtering.
Advanced Malware Protection (AMP):
Detects, analyzes, and blocks malware with advanced behavioral analysis and file reputation technology, protecting your network against known and unknown threats.
Secure Network Access:
Provides VPN support with SSL and IPsec VPNs for secure remote access, supporting site-to-site and remote user configurations.
Granular Application Visibility:
Offers fine-grained visibility and control over applications, enabling you to enforce security policies based on specific applications rather than just ports or IP addresses.
High Availability:
Supports Active/Active and Active/Standby high availability configurations to ensure uptime and fault tolerance, with automatic failover if necessary.
Scalability:
With support for multiple licensing options, you can scale the ASA 5545-X to meet growing network security demands and performance requirements.
Intuitive Management:
The ASA 5545-X integrates with Cisco's FireSIGHT Management Center for centralized security management, offering policy configuration, reporting, and incident response from a single interface.
Security Intelligence:
Leverages Cisco Talos Threat Intelligence to provide real-time threat intelligence updates, enabling proactive protection against emerging threats.
Applications:
Enterprise Network Security:
Ideal for protecting enterprise-level networks, securing internal traffic, and managing remote access to corporate resources.
Data Center Security:
Designed for large data centers, offering advanced threat protection and scalable performance to safeguard critical infrastructure.
Remote Access VPN:
Secures remote access for users connecting to the corporate network via VPNs, with SSL and IPsec support for a secure and reliable connection.
Cloud Security:
Provides comprehensive security for hybrid and cloud environments, offering visibility into traffic across on-premises and cloud-based applications.
Compliance Requirements:
Helps meet regulatory and compliance standards (such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR) by providing continuous threat monitoring and detailed reporting capabilities.
Specifications:
Firewall Throughput: Up to 4 Gbps
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) Throughput: Up to 1.5 Gbps
Maximum VPN Connections: Up to 5,000
Concurrent Connections: Up to 1.5 million
Firewall Connections Per Second: Up to 60,000
Network Interfaces:
8 x 1GbE (Ethernet ports)
2 x SFP Ports for fiber connectivity
Management Interfaces:
Console port
1 x Gigabit Ethernet management interface (dedicated for management and monitoring)
Power:
Dual AC power supplies for redundancy (1+1)
Power Consumption: 150W typical
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
Dimensions:
1U Rack-Mountable
Height: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
Width: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
Depth: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
Weight: Approximately 12 lbs (5.4 kg)
Why Choose Cisco ASA5545-FPWR-K9?
Comprehensive Threat Protection:
The integration of FirePOWER Services with Cisco ASA firewall capabilities ensures multi-layered defense against a broad range of security threats, from traditional attacks to the latest advanced persistent threats (APTs).
Scalability and Flexibility:
The ASA 5545-X offers scalable security for large enterprises, with flexible licensing options and the ability to grow as your network and security needs evolve.
High Performance for Demanding Environments:
With throughput speeds up to 4 Gbps and the ability to handle high-volume traffic, this appliance is well-suited for environments where high performance is essential, such as large data centers and complex enterprise networks.
Simple, Centralized Management:
Cisco's FireSIGHT Management Center makes managing and configuring the ASA 5545-X simple, providing a centralized platform for managing multiple appliances, monitoring threats, and generating reports.
Advanced Malware Protection:
The Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) technology provides real-time protection, ensuring that your network is shielded from both known and unknown malware, minimizing the risk of successful cyberattacks.
Reliability and Availability:
With dual power supplies and support for high-availability configurations, the ASA 5545-X ensures that your network stays up and running, even in the event of component failure, providing the high uptime your business requires.
Proactive Threat Intelligence:
By leveraging Cisco Talos Threat Intelligence, the ASA 5545-X is always up-to-date with the latest information on emerging threats, enabling you to stay ahead of potential vulnerabilities and attacks.
The Cisco ASA 5545-X with FirePOWER Services is the ideal choice for organizations seeking to enhance their network security with advanced threat protection, high-performance capabilities, and comprehensive management tools. It's the perfect solution to safeguard your critical business infrastructure against evolving threats while ensuring continuous operation.