Cisco ASA 5508-X Manual
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About the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X
The Cisco ASA 5508-X and the ASA 5516-X adaptive security appliances are part of the ASA 5500-X of
next-generation mid-range ASAs, and are built on the same security platform as the rest of the ASA family.
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This next-generation ASA delivers unprecedented levels of defense against threats to the network with deeper
web inspection and flow-specific analysis, improved secure connectivity via end-point security posture
validation, and voice and video over VPN support. It also provides enhanced support for intelligent information
networks through improved network integration, resiliency, and scalability.
The ASA 5508-X and the ASA 5516-X are a standard 1 RU chassis. To compare the performance metrics
and capabilities of the 5500-X ASAs, see
The ASA 5508-X and 5516-X have been validated for the following security standards certifications:
• Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 140-2 for FTD 6.4.x and ASA 9.12.x
About the ASA 5508-X and 5516-X, on page 1
Package Contents, on page 2
Front Panel, on page 3
Rear Panel, on page 3
LEDs, on page 4
Network Ports, on page 6
Console Ports, on page 6
Internal and External Flash Storage, on page 6
Solid State Drive, on page 7
Power Supply Modules, on page 7
Hardware Specifications, on page 7
Power Cord Specifications, on page 8
Your ASA 5508-X and ASA 5516-X ship with either ASA or Firepower Threat Defense software preinstalled.
To reimage your device, see
Reimage the Cisco ASA or Firepower Threat Defense
Cisco ASA 5500-X Series Next-Generation
Device.
Firewalls.
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