Full Part Number: ASA5520-K8
Overview
The ASA5520-K8 is a high-performance, enterprise-class firewall and VPN appliance from Cisco designed to provide robust security and reliable connectivity for medium to large-sized networks. With advanced features such as intrusion prevention, content security, and VPN capabilities, the ASA5520-K8 offers comprehensive protection and secure access to critical business resources. It is an ideal solution for organizations seeking to safeguard their network infrastructure against evolving cyber threats while ensuring high availability and performance.
Key Features
Advanced Firewall Protection: Provides state-of-the-art firewall capabilities to protect against unauthorized access and threats.
VPN Support: Offers extensive VPN options including IPsec and SSL VPN for secure remote access.
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS): Detects and prevents network intrusions and attacks.
Content Security: Includes features for URL filtering, antivirus, and anti-malware protection.
High Availability: Supports failover and redundancy features to ensure continuous network uptime.
Comprehensive Management: Web-based interface, CLI, and Cisco Adaptive Security Device Manager (ASDM) for easy management and configuration.
Scalability: Designed to scale with growing network demands, accommodating additional security services and users.
Robust Performance: High throughput and low latency for demanding network environments.
Applications
Enterprise Networks: Ideal for securing large corporate networks with multiple branches and remote offices.
Data Centers: Suitable for protecting critical data center infrastructure against external and internal threats.
Financial Institutions: Ensures secure transactions and data integrity for banks and financial services.
Healthcare: Protects sensitive patient data and ensures compliance with healthcare regulations.
Government and Public Sector: Provides robust security for government networks and sensitive information.
Specifications
Firewall Throughput: Up to 450 Mbps
Concurrent Connections: Up to 280,000
IPsec VPN Throughput: Up to 225 Mbps
Maximum VPN Peers: Up to 750
Interfaces: 4 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 1 x management port, 1 x console port
Dimensions: 1.75 x 16.75 x 18.87 inches (1U rack-mountable)
Weight: 16 lbs
Power Supply: Dual, hot-swappable power supplies
Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Certifications: Meets various industry standards and certifications for security and performance
Why Choose ASA5520-K8
Choosing the ASA5520-K8 ensures that your network is protected by one of the most advanced and reliable security appliances on the market. Its comprehensive feature set, including advanced firewall protection, VPN capabilities, and intrusion prevention, provides a multi-layered defense against cyber threats. The high availability and scalability options make it a future-proof investment, capable of growing with your network's demands. Cisco's robust management tools simplify configuration and ongoing management, making it easier to maintain a secure network. For organizations that prioritize security, performance, and reliability, the ASA5520-K8 is an excellent choice.
Secure your network with the ASA5520-K8, and benefit from advanced protection, high performance, and reliable connectivity, ensuring your business operations remain safe and efficient.